My giving goal is to allocate funding to nonprofit organizations that create meaningful, long-term opportunities for individuals, particularly those from underserved communities. I aim to support programs that focus on personal growth, access to resources, and the development of skills that can positively shape someone’s future. In evaluating organizations, I will prioritize those that demonstrate clear impact, responsible use of funds, and a strong commitment to equity and inclusion. Ultimately, I want my funding to contribute to lasting change by supporting organizations that empower individuals and strengthen communities.

My hope for this money is that it make a real, meaningful, impactful difference on the bevy of issues we sought to address.

My giving goal is to direct philanthropic funding toward organizations that intentionally serve historically underserved student populations who are disproportionately impacted by chronic absenteeism in Nashville. This includes students from low-income households, Black and Brown communities, and those experiencing housing instability, transportation barriers, or limited access to health and social services. Rather than approaching absenteeism as an issue of individual responsibility, this goal really prioritizes programs that recognize and respond to the structural inequities shaping attendance patterns. My group also aims to support organizations that not only provide immediate, student-centered interventions, such as mentorship, family engagement, and school-based supports, but also work to close persistent attendance gaps across race, income, and neighborhood. In doing so, I hope that the funding seeks to advance more equitable educational access and outcomes by ensuring that students who have been historically marginalized are not only reached, but meaningfully supported through targeted, culturally responsive, and community-informed approaches.

I pledge to always donate to organizations that contribute to a meaningful cause to me. I pledge to always give at least 5 dollars until I start a stable career.

For the rest of my life, my goal in philanthropy isn’t to commit to a fixed amount or percentage of my income. Instead, I want to consistently keep philanthropic giving in mind, regardless of how much money I have. Even if it’s just a dollar, I want to donate something every year. As my financial situation improves, I’ll naturally increase my contributions. Rather than setting an unrealistic target, I want to build the habit of giving over time, with the long-term goal of being able to make a meaningful impact.

Moving forward from this experience, I commit to donating 15 dollars a month to a charitable cause of some sort.