Our volunteer program.
This program allows students to:
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Gain valuable experience in grant writing and research, contributing to a meaningful cause.
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Work alongside a passionate team dedicated to making a difference in the lives of children.
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Learn from experienced professionals in the non-profit sector.
Meet our volunteers

PROJECT MANAGER
Kelly Cervantes
Kelly Cervantes is a recent master's graduate from the London School of Economics and Political Science. As a first-generation student, she is passionate about making education accessible to all. In her free time, she enjoys Pilates and spending time with her senior pup, Lucky.

GRANT WRITER
Naciye Atay
Naciye Atay is a recent graduate from the Biomedical Engineering doctoral program at Virginia Tech. She is passionate about leveraging innovative technology to create equal learning opportunities for students worldwide. In her free time, she enjoys hiking and reading.

GRANT WRITER
Laura Herman
Hello, I am Laura Herman, and I am a volunteer grant writer for the Farrukh Foundation this summer. I acquired my Master's in Public Health in the fall of 2023 from the University of Minnesota and I also have my BS in Public Health with minors in Economics and Psychology from St. Catherine University in Minnesota. I enjoy spending my free time reading books or discovering a new craft!

GRANT WRITER
Ava Starasinic
Hello! My name is Ava Starasinic, and I am a volunteer for the Grant Writing and Fundraising Team! I obtained my B.S. in Business Administration from Merrimack College, and am currently pursuing an M.S. in Global Studies & International Relations with Northeastern University. As for hobbies, my favorite things to do are reading and travelling!

GRANT WRITER
Trish Georgiou
My name is Trish Georgiou, and I'm a grant writing volunteer and a rising senior at the University of Illinois Chicago, where I'm pursuing a double degree in Political Science and Economics with minors in Public Policy and Professional Writing. Additionally, I play Division One soccer for UIC.
