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.
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.
Hi! My name is Ben Schindelman. I am a senior at Center for Global Studies in Norwalk, and I enjoy reading, playing video games, and singing. I have worked with Kids Helping Kids since 2021, and, drawn to the youth-led, independence-fostering approach to community service that KHK emphasizes, I’ve been hooked ever since! I’ve volunteered in projects of all sizes, from food-packing at Filling in the Blanks to helping plan the Hope Day mental health fair and the Handled With Care Boutique. I also led a Spark-A-Project, bringing a fun and informative trivia presentation to summer campers at the Boys and Girls Club during the summers of 2022 and 2023. This was my favorite project I’ve worked on with KHK because it allowed me to share my passion for learning and new knowledge with kids, and hopefully instill that passion in them too! I’m so proud to serve such a great organization as a part of the YAC, and I can’t wait to work with the rest of the team to help our community!
Hi! My name is Emilia Coppola and I am a Junior at Lauralton Hall. I enjoy playing tennis and basketball. I am an officer for the LH Engineering team and I participate in various clubs like Key club and Italian club. I’m very excited to be a part of the YAC to share my ideas and I’m hoping to spark a new project! I’ve been a volunteer with Kids Helping Kids for a couple years now, and really enjoyed helping with the pumpkin bread sales. More recently, cheering runners on at the “Walk/Run for Good.” I enjoy serving others in my community and I’m happy to show leadership in this amazing organization.
Hi I’m Sivan, a junior at A.I.T.E. and I love kids helping kids so much. The community is very welcoming and this is my 8th year working with them, it has been and still is an amazing experience.
My name is Will Higgs. I am 16 years old, and I am a senior at Brunswick. I co-led a soccer project this past spring called “Kicking it with Kids” at the boys and girls club of Greenwich, and I wish to continue the project throughout my remaining years of high school. I am excited to be part of KHK because I can voice my own opinions and lead projects that I am passionate about with my peers.
Hi! My name is Kate Lane. I am a senior at Wilton High School. I love to run and play hockey. I joined KHK in the fall of 2020 when I was looking to get more involved with my community. My first project was a small event helping Filling in the Blanks. After that, I knew I really wanted to get more involved with KHK and to continue volunteering. Since then, I have done many events that I love, but my favorite is the Gift of Giving. Kids Helping Kids has really helped me with my confidence and public speaking skills and I can’t wait for the years to come.
Hi, My name is Ellery and I am an 12th grader at Greenwich High School. I enjoy playing soccer and running track. I joined KHK when I was in 8th grade and I am excited for my second year on the YAC. I really love all of the KHK projects but the hat knitting project that I sparked last winter really inspired me to want to get more involved. KHK provides a unique opportunity for its members to see their service ideas become reality. Through this process, we are able to develop our leadership skills, confidence and passion to help others. I am proud to be part of the youth leadership team of such a great organization.
Hi, My name is Nouha Benhakki, and I’m a senior at Westhill High School. I have been a part of Kids Helping Kids since 2021, and the independence and leadership opportunities it offers have been incredibly fulfilling. I’m passionate about using my skills to give back, especially through initiatives like Hope Day and the Handle With Care Boutique. These projects have allowed me to make a meaningful impact while sharing my love for helping others. As part of the Youth Advisory Council I’m excited to continue supporting my community and working with a team that shares my drive for creating positive change.
Hi! My name is Izzy and I’m a junior at Greenwich Academy. I enjoy rowing and art. I have been a KHK volunteer since 6th grade and I am motivated by their mission of fostering independent leadership through youth-led service projects. One of my favorite KHK projects is Gift of Giving because you can directly see the impact on the community and the joy on kids’ faces! I have promoted projects throughout my school, but I plan to work with our community service board to bring even more volunteers and attention to KHK. I’m very excited to work with people who share my passion for our community and truly make a difference.
Hi! My name is Frances and I am a junior at The Ursuline School. I enjoy being on the cheerleading team and a part of the art club. I was first introduced to Kids Helping Kids through my sister’s volunteering. Seeing how much fun they had, I immediately wanted to do it myself. I instantly enjoyed the atmosphere of the organization and what it had to offer. KHK is such a great way to give back to my community, and I am looking forward to bringing my own ideas and taking my involvement to the next level by joining the YAC!
Hi, my name is Chiara Andrade and I am a junior at Greenwich Country Day School. I love working with kids, and that is what sparked my interest to be a part of Kids Helping Kids! My job as a camp counselor taught me leadership skills that I am excited to incorporate in my future with KHK. I am looking forward to helping the community in whatever ways I can and being a YAC member in training!
Hi! My name is Joseph Tripolitsiotis and I am a senior at Stamford High School. I have been a member of KHK since 2018 and am excited to be joining the YAC. My first project was the Birthday bash. I lead a project at the boys and girls club teaching chess after school and I enjoy teaching them new things each session. I cannot wait for what is to come and who I can help next!
Hi, My name is Gwen Harte and I am a 10th grader at Greenwich High School. I enjoy playing soccer and lacrosse. I joined KHK last year and I instantly loved how KHK empowers kids to directly impact the lives of other kids. My favorite project is the Handled with Care Boutique because I love how one concept can create so much joy. I was inspired by my team’s work on the Community Impact Project last spring and hope to continue KHK’s work towards reducing food insecurity. I feel excited and grateful for the opportunity to work with other KHK members to create new opportunities to help others.
Hi, my name is Saanvi and I am a senior at Greenwich Academy. I joined KHK a year ago and I have enjoyed my time volunteering for KHK. The STEM project I sparked last winter really encouraged me to get more involved. Outside of KHK, I sail and I enjoy swimming. I’m really excited and proud to be a part of such a great organization!
Hi! My name is Anika Vaidheeswaran and I am a sophomore at Greens Farms Academy. I enjoy playing field hockey and running track. I joined KHK last year and I am so excited for my first year on the YAC! My first project at KHK was the Handled With Care Boutique and it was incredibly rewarding to see the joy it brought to our community. I am proud to be a part of such a great organization and can’t wait to work with other KHK volunteers this year!
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