Avery Alston

My time at KIPP Ways was very enjoyable. At KIPP, we created inspiration boards inspired by Black historical figures. Each mentee stated a word associated with a figure like Rosa Parks (empowering) and wrote down the word that aligned with them. I had a lot of fun spending this hour with our KIPP mentees.

Volunteering at the Atlanta Community Food Bank was a rewarding and meaningful experience that allowed me to make a direct impact on the local community. Through this opportunity, I gained a deeper understanding of food insecurity and how it affects families across the Atlanta area. It was a powerful reminder of the importance of giving back and how the impact of collective support creates positive change.