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!

Fit4Change: Eastern Lebanon students rally together to support families in need

Eastern Lebanon County High School, Pennsylvania High School, 10 students Advisor: Holly Hartman Students across the country are stepping up to solve real challenges in their communities. At East Lebanon County High School, a team of students saw a need and took action—demonstrating the power of leadership, creativity, and compassion. Their project, Fit4Change, is a […]

EmpowerHER: Cummings students boost female well-being through creative leadership initiative

Alliance Academy for Innovation, Georgia High School, 3 students Advisor: Michael Hall Students across the country are stepping up to solve real challenges in their communities. At Alliance Academy for Innovation, a team of students saw a need and took action—demonstrating the power of leadership, creativity, and perseverance. Their project, EmpowerHER, is a testament to […]

We Care: East Alabama students provide comfort and encouragement to children in foster care

Boys & Girls Club of East Alabama Auburn, Alabama Team We Care, 15 students Advisor: Latoya Dill-Johnson Students across the country are stepping up to solve real challenges in their communities. At the Boys & Girls Club of East Alabama, a team of students saw a need and took action—demonstrating the power of leadership, compassion, […]

Building Bridges Across Generations: Montana Students Become Ageless Allies

In a world that can often feel divided across generational lines, a group of Bridger, Montana, teens are proving that connecting with our older neighbors can be transformative—for everyone.  For several years now, the Bridger Family, Career, and Community Leaders of America (FCCLA) Chapter has engaged with elderly community members on an annual basis. But […]

Teens Put Manpower and Muscle to Work for Seniors

Senior citizens in Odessa, Washington, were in a good-news-bad-news situation. The community’s Old Town Hall—once a dance hall, courthouse, and library—provided seniors a place to gather and connect with one another. But the century-old building hadn’t been renovated since the Bee Gees were in the Top 10, and the wear and tear was putting the […]

The New Kids at the Lunch Table: Georgia High School Students Go Above-and-Beyond to Welcome New International Teachers

Being the new kid at the lunch table can be intimidating—even if the new “kid” happens to be an adult. For dozens of new teachers joining Georgia’s Douglas County School District, intimidating was only the beginning. These educators weren’t just new to the school, the District, or even to Georgia. They were new to the […]