Philanthropy

Making a Difference

Striving to leave a positive impact on society, Avery is selfless in every aspect of her life. She has raised more than $200,000 for the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society (LLS), and is currently active with LLS, Assistance League, Catholic Charities, and the Ronald McDonald House.

$200,000+ Raised

Leukemia & Lymphoma Society Student Visionary and Junior Board Member

You may be familiar with the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society (LLS), but this particular campaign hit close to home for Avery and her friend Emily. Avery’s friend Mia was diagnosed with Acute Myeloid Leukemia at the very young age of nine, ultimately losing her battle shortly thereafter at age 10. Losing Mia was devastating to Avery and her heart was broken.

Watching her suffer and go through treatment at such a young age opened Avery’s eyes to many things. Leukemia is the #1 most diagnosed form of childhood cancer, and because of this and how it affected Mia, finding a cure has always been close to Avery’s heart. As a Student Visionary, Avery and Emily raised over $207,000 in just seven weeks.

Assisteens

Auxiliary of Assistance League

Operation Gobble Gobble: Packaged and distributed Thanksgiving dinners to over 250 families in need.

Operation Bear Hug: Generated funds through various fundraising efforts to purchase over600 comfort bears for local police officers to keep in their patrol cars to offer children affected by crimes in their homes or neighborhood.

Operation School Bell: Raised money to provide goods and services to children in Fresno, Central and Washington Union School districts. Participated in events to donate goods and services in the following areas: clothing, literacy, food, health, and supplies.

catholic charities

Junior Ministries of Presence

Avery has helped those in-need by supporting one of Junior Ministries of Presence (JMOP) key non-profit organizations, Catholic Charities, by distributing food to those in need, and volunteering and serving their benefactors at the annual gala fundraiser.

Ronald McDonald House

Ambassador

Avery as provided support and leadership by collecting supplies, cooking, and supplying meals for families staying at the Ronald McDonald House of Central California. She participates in fundraising efforts and promoting awareness of RMH and its mission.