Founder

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As a child, my mother introduced me to volunteering. Giving back to our local community helped me appreciate the things I do have instead of worrying about the things I didn’t have. Through this gift, I have learned many lessons which include setting goals, connecting with people from all walks of life, learning new skills, bringing my community together and helping change the lives of others.

Five years ago, I finally had the courage to start my own non-profit organization, Lost Angels. The name is a representation of the less fortunate community of Los Angeles. We all have bumps along the road but we should not have to go through them alone, and my goal for Lost Angels is to prove just that. Through social media (e.g., Instagram, Facebook and Twitter), I have inspired friends, family, celebrities and even strangers to donate their time with Lost Angels. As I work closely with my volunteers, I model my organizational, team-building, leadership and problem solving skills in the hopes of inspiring them like my mother inspired me.

People have donated home cooked meals, new/used clothing, and Blessing Bags with everyday toiletries. I have even partnered with the Havasole Organization to assist homeless individuals as they select brand new shoes during the holiday season. With Lost Angels, my long-term goal is to travel to other urban cities in an effort to bring awareness to homelessness. I hope to instill confidence into every city and help all people realize that we can all work together to ensure that no one is ever left behind.