My goal is to begin giving back once I start earning income after graduation. I want to set aside a portion of my revenue to support causes that are meaningful to me and create a consistent habit of philanthropy. Over time, I hope to grow my contributions as my career and financial stability grow.

In my professional and social life after graduating, I hope to find issues that resonate directly with me that I can contribute time, effort, and funds to alleviate. In the interim, I will continue to donate on a regular basis to causes that I am already aware of such as teen mental health and depression, unhoused populations, and food insecurity. In a perfect world, I will be earning a steady income that gives me the ability to continue to donate as much as possible without being irresponsible financially. At some point, I would also like to join a board of an issue that becomes close to my heart so I can make a real, hands-on impact.

My giving goal following graduation is to start by giving back to my High School and University, first in small increments and then in larger ones. I also hope to start being more aware of the issues most pressing in my home-town so that I can help in a more direct way, rather than general donations. Finally, I hope to be a large donor of a youth sports cause later in life.

My giving goal is to continue supporting infants, young children, and youth across the United States. There are many children that are living in marginalized communities and conditions and through nonprofits can be so well supported to enhance their development. I have done a great amount of studying on how important development in the early years of life is and think it is my duty to continue supporting children for those reasons.

My giving goal is to support organizations that focus on improving mental health for teens, especially through community and support systems. I want to help in a way that helps people feel less alone and more supported. I pledge to support these organizations by donating when I can, and also giving my time like volunteering and helping with outreach and events.

My vision for giving is grounded in both material contribution and personal conduct. In the future, I aim to commit at least 5% of my income to charitable causes, ensuring a consistent and intentional approach to financial giving. However, I believe meaningful philanthropy extends beyond money. I want to give through my actions, values, and daily life by practicing principles rooted in service and compassion. This includes engaging in volunteering, supporting causes aligned with reducing harm and promoting well-being, and striving to live by ideals such as kindness, nonviolence, and integrity. I also hope to contribute through spiritual practices like bhajan and naam jaap, using them not only for personal growth but as a way to cultivate a mindset of humility and service toward others. Ultimately, my goal is to build a life where giving is not an occasional act, but a consistent expression of how I live, interact with others, and use my resources. Revisiting this vision in the future will serve as a reminder to stay aligned with these values and continue striving toward a more thoughtful and impactful approach to philanthropy.