I was born into immense struggle and hardship. My early life was shaped by the violence of civil war in my homeland of El Salvador, eventually forcing my family to flee as refugees and seek opportunities in America. We settled in the community of Canoga Park, CA, that lacked resources and uplift, where poverty and crime ran rampant. With few positive role models and limited support, I made poor choices that led me into the cycle of incarceration from a young age. 

Though my life was filled with suffering, I never lost sight of hope. Even in the darkness of prison cells, I clung to dreams of helping others in need. I knew there had to be another way. After many years of difficult personal growth, I emerged with a deep compassion, wisdom beyond my years, and a moral clarity on my purpose. I had been given a second chance at life to make a difference. 

Today, I have founded this organization to serve the communities that bear the deep scars of marginalization, lack of access, and systemic oppression. We work to heal wounds, change minds, and build a more just world through empathy, empowerment, and courageous action. My life's journey has brought me to this moment to lift others from poverty and transform despair into purpose. I hope to inspire light where once there was only darkness. This is the legacy I aim to leave behind.