Creating leaders for life
Ascend the Summit Video Contest Winner, Sofia P.
Leadership Summits are exciting, inspirational, and motivating. But their impact doesn't have to stop there. Stay connected after your Summit and keep the momentum going.
This page is dedicated to you - our incredible alumni. Here you'll find ways to stay involved, build on your experience, share your successes and be inspired by fellow alumni. Make sure to update your contact information in the form below and check back often for new alumni-exclusive content.
Alumni spotlight
Amanjot N., 18
United Kingdom
Aman is an up-and-coming leader passionate about transitioning to sustainable energy and inspiring more girls to study STEM.
“I received an invitation to be the only student and female representative at an oil and gas conference and gave a speech to more than 300 engineering professionals. During the speech, I discussed the transition to alternative energy and what students are looking for when they consider engineering as a career path. I felt confident to put myself out there because of my practice with public speaking at the Summit.”
Justin W., 17
Michigan
Justin really ran with his Summit project and created a nonprofit when he arrived home that focuses on child literacy. Find him on Instagram @StoryboxBooks!
“I knew this was an issue for which I could create a Community Action Plan to create change. After working late that night in my dorm room, I realized that my plan truly had potential. I presented it the next day, and within three months I had implemented it in my community. Fast forward two years, and that original Community Action Plan has blossomed into a nonprofit organization called Storybox Books."
Makayla G., 13
North Carolina
Makayla continued her Summit project at home in Charlotte, NC by coordinating a Human Trafficking Awareness event at her school.
“My School Resource Officer supervised my project and we created a Human Trafficking Awareness Night for our school. We had over 145 students and parents attend this event to learn more about human trafficking. We asked students who attended the event to bring art supplies, which we then donated to Present Age Ministries, a nonprofit that helps victims of human trafficking, to use during their group sessions.”
“I will never forget how much this experience has changed me and how much it has motivated me to take action in my community.
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Connect and make an impact
LEAD4change project challenge
Continue your Lead4Change project and partner with a local non-profit to implement your Community Action Plan, then enter Lead4Change Project Challenge for a chance to win grants.
Hone your leadership skills throughout the year with Lead4Change Lessons on our Toolkit.
#LeadershipTip: “Change is a process, not an event, and it requires daily practice.”
COMMUNITY SERVICE RESOURCES
Do Something: This site makes it easy to find volunteer projects that align with your passions.
Foundation Center: The largest database on U.S. and global grants to help you fuel your own service project.
Volunteen Nation: Join this online community to gain access to local projects and online resources.
UNITED WAY
Just as you discovered working on your service project with our partner United Way during your Summit, giving back is fun! It’s also a great way to boost your resumé for college applications.
Keep up the momentum by finding your local United Way chapter and getting involved.
Make sure to post photos of your volunteer projects with the hashtag #LiveUnited and #leadersforlife.
COLLEGE PREP TOOLS
College Board: Sign up for the SATs and access countless resources to get your best score.
Princeton Review: See university rankings and access test prep resources.
College Stats: A great tool for you to research universities based on exactly what you are looking for from your college experience.