Stories

Inspiring stories of student leaders in action.

Through the Lead4Change Core Curriculum, students design and lead service projects that create real impact in communities across the U.S. Explore the inspiring work students are doing around the world—and get motivated to spark change in your own community!

The Pride: Cleveland students with special needs write a book to promote digital safety and literacy

Positive Education Program, Phoenix High School, 10 students Cleveland, Ohio Students across the country are stepping up to solve real challenges in their communities. At the Positive Education Program in Cleveland, a team of students saw a need and took action—demonstrating the power of leadership, problem-solving, and teamwork. Their project, The Pride, is a testament […]

G64 Education: Students unite to raise awareness for rare medical condition

G6PD Deficiency Foundation 8 students Nationwide (virtual) Students across the country are stepping up to solve real challenges in their communities. At the G6PD Deficiency Foundation, a team of students saw a need and took action—demonstrating the power of leadership, problem-solving, and teamwork. Their project, G64 Education, is a testament to what’s possible when young […]

Teens Spice Up Local Food Bank’s Offerings

For millions of hungry families across the country, relying on food pantries often means giving up control of their meal plans. While gratefully accepting donated groceries, people experiencing food insecurity often miss out on the flavorful meals many of us take for granted. That’s because while generous donors and government agencies provide basic food groups, […]

5 Teens for 14: Motivated by personal loss, five Louisville high school students demonstrate the power of community

Assumption High School, 5 Students Louisville, KY Advisor: Mary Ann Steutermann Students across the country are stepping up to solve real challenges in their communities. At Assumption High School, a team of students saw a need and took action—demonstrating the power of leadership, empathy, and service. Their project, 5 Teens for 14, is a testament […]

Fostering Future Friends: Louisville students set out to provide emotional and physical support for foster youth

Assumption High School, 3 Students Louisville, KY Advisor: Mary Ann Steutermann Students across the country are stepping up to solve real challenges in their communities. At Assumption High School, a team of students saw a need and took action—demonstrating the power of empathy, care, and commitment to service. Their project, Fostering Future Friends, is a […]

Hopeful Horizons: Four local teens mobilized their school to support single parents in their community

Assumption High School, 4 Students Louisville, KY Advisor: Mary Ann Steutermann Students across the country are stepping up to solve real challenges in their communities. At Assumption High School, a team of students saw a need and took action—demonstrating the power of compassion, community, and service. Their project, Hopeful Horizons, is a testament to what’s […]