What started as a one-time gesture turned into something even bigger. In 2024, high school students Abby May and Raya Ajmere organized gifts for pediatric patients, inspired by Raya's insight into patient struggles and Abby's personal connections with mental health.
As students, we knew firsthand how hard it was to find leadership opportunities that truly felt impactful. During that first delivery, we saw how much even small acts of kindness could change lives, and realized students like us could lead this change.
That moment inspired us to create a student-led nonprofit focused on supporting pediatric mental health while empowering others to step into leadership roles. Today we're proud to help young changemakers find purpose while making a real difference for those who need it most.
Abby is a passionate student at Naperville North High School with a strong interest in business operations and management, demonstrated through her involvement in DECA, The Finance Compass, and other extracurriculars. She is deeply committed to giving back to her community and advocating for mental health awareness. With a strong belief i
Abby is a passionate student at Naperville North High School with a strong interest in business operations and management, demonstrated through her involvement in DECA, The Finance Compass, and other extracurriculars. She is deeply committed to giving back to her community and advocating for mental health awareness. With a strong belief in the power of business to create positive change, Abby is committed to using her skills and experiences to make a meaningful impact.
Raya is dedicated to giving back to her community in a variety of ways. Her passion to help kids in the community is what drove her to co-found Kits 4 Kids. She aims to grow Kits 4 Kids and reach as many children as possible. She also loves to volunteer at charities and support local causes, aspiring to make a positive impact. At her high
Raya is dedicated to giving back to her community in a variety of ways. Her passion to help kids in the community is what drove her to co-found Kits 4 Kids. She aims to grow Kits 4 Kids and reach as many children as possible. She also loves to volunteer at charities and support local causes, aspiring to make a positive impact. At her high school, she is on the tennis team, an ambassador of Red Cross Club, and an active member of DECA.
Sarina is a driven individual with a passion for service and analytical thinking. She is actively involved in tennis, is the treasurer of her schools UNICEF club, social media coordinator for Biochemistry club, and an active volunteer. Planning to pursue a double major in marketing and statistics, she aims to use her strategic marketing a
Sarina is a driven individual with a passion for service and analytical thinking. She is actively involved in tennis, is the treasurer of her schools UNICEF club, social media coordinator for Biochemistry club, and an active volunteer. Planning to pursue a double major in marketing and statistics, she aims to use her strategic marketing and creativity to support the impactful mission Kits 4 Kids stands for.
Caroline O'Malley is a dedicated student leader who serves as the secretary of her school's student government. She actively volunteers through the National Charity League, contributing to various community service projects. Additionally, Caroline demonstrates her leadership skills as a committed member of her schools cross country and track teams, inspiring her peers with her teamwork.
Abby is an enthusiastic and creative student. She is actively involved in many clubs at school, including Biochemistry club, UNICEF, and Model UN, as well as playing badminton. Abby has a passion for biology and art, and wishes to pursue a career in neonatology. She also loves working with kids, and has spent many years coaching elementar
Abby is an enthusiastic and creative student. She is actively involved in many clubs at school, including Biochemistry club, UNICEF, and Model UN, as well as playing badminton. Abby has a passion for biology and art, and wishes to pursue a career in neonatology. She also loves working with kids, and has spent many years coaching elementary schoolers. She is very excited to bring her love of the medical field and helping young children together while being apart of Kits 4 Kids.
Taylor is a dedicated individual. Taking part in sports like soccer and basketball while also juggling clubs such as Model UN, Taylor continues to look for different ways to help around the community. While coaching younger kids, she will use her leadership skills to help make Kids 4 Kids an impactful organization.
Maddie Padar is a dedicated student with a strong passion for leadership, service, and STEM. As the sophomore representative on her school’s student council, she enjoys being a voice for her peers and contributing to her school community. She is also an active volunteer, dedicating over 150 hours last year to various causes, including wor
Maddie Padar is a dedicated student with a strong passion for leadership, service, and STEM. As the sophomore representative on her school’s student council, she enjoys being a voice for her peers and contributing to her school community. She is also an active volunteer, dedicating over 150 hours last year to various causes, including working with Exodus World Service to support refugees. With a deep interest in math and science, Maddie hopes to explore the field of biomedical engineering, where she can combine innovation with her desire to help others. It is her hope to combine her love for service and the medical field to make a meaningful impact on the lives of children in her community.
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