Breaking Cycles, Building Leaders. BDOG Fundraiser

I grew up in Sacramento and graduated from high school in 2018. I then had the opportunity to attend college in Oregon, where I played football and earned two degrees. As a first-generation college student, I’ve always felt a responsibility to give back and help young people become the best versions of themselves.

That commitment is personal. I lost a parent at a young age, but I was fortunate to have a strong support system—family, coaches, and teachers—who poured into me and helped guide my path. Any success I’ve had is because of them.

In 2024, I found a powerful way to give back by joining CASA and the BE BOLD Program, working with youth in the juvenile justice system. This work matters deeply to me because I’ve seen too many peers, acquaintances, and friends impacted by gun violence or preventable loss. In 2022 (I believe), I created a collage honoring people from my community—many not far removed from my own network—who have tragically passed away. Sadly, that list could be even longer today.

For my Big Day of Giving campaign, I’m raising funds to support the young men in the BE BOLD Program—youth who are all too familiar with these challenges. Your support helps them stay safe, build confidence, access mentorship, and grow into healthy, thriving, unapologetically themselves individuals.

Thank you for being part of this mission. ❤️