What is the Youth Advisory Council?
The YAC is a structured opportunity for high school students to serve in a leadership capacity within KHK, lending youth voice and perspective to our organization.
What do members of the YAC do?
The YAC meets on a regular basis (at least twice a month) to plan upcoming projects and quarterly ambassador meetings. Members of the YAC represent KHK at public relations events and demonstrate initiative, responsibility, and commitment to the core values of KHK.
Who is on the YAC?

Amelia Stone, Age 17
YAC President
Senior, Stamford High School
Hello! My name is Amelia Stone and I have been with Kids Helping Kids for seven years. My favorite Kids Helping Kids Project is the Gift of Giving, as it truly reminds us how important it is to spread holiday cheer and happiness with everyone! Throughout my time with Kids Helping Kids, I have gained so many skills, broadened my horizons, and developed important leadership skills such as talking in front of large crowds of my peers. Now, as a member of the YAC, I can’t wait to do even more for this amazing organization.
Catherine Rogers, Age 17
YAC Vice President
Senior, Lauralton Hall
Hi, my name is Cat Rogers and I have been proudly working with Kids Helping Kids for four years! My favorite event with KHK is the Handle with Care Dress Boutique. It is a wonderful opportunity for kids of any age to come and find their dream dress whether it is for an upcoming prom or just something pretty to wear for a special occasion. It gives me an opportunity to connect with my peers and watch their faces light up when they find their perfect dress. I am excited to plan more fun events like the Handle with Care Dress Boutique and can't wait to start my journey as a new member of the YAC. If you have any questions feel free to contact me or any of the other YAC members at yac@kidshelpingkids.org!


Sofia Castañeda, Age 16
YAC Secretary
Junior, Rye Country Day School
Hello, my name is Sofia and I am so excited to be on the YAC! I was introduced to KHK when I led a Spark-A-Project during the summer of 2021. I ran a writing workshop for three weeks with the 6th graders at the Boys and Girls Club. This was my first real introduction to service, in that I was studying issues relating to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion, and creating a project on my own, instead of participating in a service program that another person or organization ran. This project was very special to me because it revealed to me the wide world of community service; getting my feet wet with this project made me realize that community service is one of my life’s passions. The more I work with KHK, the more I am able to explore the underlying racial and socioeconomic inequalities that contribute to the issues we work with. Additionally, I realize that regardless of what career I pursue, I will pursue it in a way that allows me to continue to work to elevate oppressed populations, and to change our systems and institutions so that there is a future without inequality. KHK is incredibly special to me, and has by far been the pursuit of mine that has most contributed to the development of my public speaking skills and leadership abilities, and has, above all, introduced me to a community filled with people who I know I will have meaningful relationships with for the rest of my life!

Adebayor, Age 18
Senior, Fairfield Prep
Hi, I’m Adebayor Eusebio. I’m currently a Fairfield Prep student that loves to draw, skateboard, and learn about new technology and scientific advancements. I’ve been working with KHK for a couple of years now, and love the experience and influence that it had on me growing up. I am eager about my future involvement in Kids Helping Kids and glad that I am a part of this astonishing community.
Ella MacPherson, Age 17
Senior, AITE
Hello! My name is Ella and I am a high school senior who loves to play tennis, read, spend time out doors, and help my community! I have been apart of Kids Helping Kids for six years. My favorite project is the Handle with Care Dress Boutique because I love giving back to other girls in my community. I look forward to helping to plan this event and many others as a YAC member!


Matt Sgritta, Age 17
Senior, AITE
Michael Garofalo, Age 17
Junior, WestHill High School
Hi! My name is Michael Garofalo and I am a new member of YAC and I am I junior at Westhill Highschool. Some things I like to do are drawing, computers and video games. I have been with KHK for for quite a few years now and one of my favorite projects has been Gift of Giving. I am excited to continue to grow with KHK and I hope I can help others grow too! .


Gabriela Coppola, Age 16
Junior, Lauralton Hall
Bruce Rutherford, Age 16
Senior, Westhill High School


Livia Guzda, Age 17
Senior, AITE
Hello! My name is Livia and I am a new member on the YAC. I am a Junior in high school at AITE. I have been a part of Kids Helping Kids for 5 years now. Some of my favorite projects are the Handled with Care Dress Boutique, Filling in the Blanks, as well as Girls Night In. I hope you will grow to love KHK as much as I do! I am hoping to meet all of you soon!
Rose Onorio, Age 16
Junior, Ursuline School

Wave Walters, Age 16
Sophomore, The Hopkins School

