Member Stories

Ashley, San Jose/Peninsula Team

Of all the experiences in my life I feel that BAYAC has presented me with the opportunity to overcome some of the biggest obstacles as well as achive the greatest rewards. I currently am serving at a non-profit organization called the Bill Wilson Center which serves thousands of people in Santa Clara County specifically serving homeless youth. Working with the homeless and at-risk youth has taught me a lot about what is truly important in life and how small actions can truly make a huge difference in another person’s life.

BAYAC has provided me with the support and training to be able to confidently work with the youth I serve and always know that I will be supported to the fullest by the staff. My year with BAYAC has opened my eyes to the needs and wants of the community and how I can truly be an asset with the gifts and talents that I have been given. The training and support I have received has been key to my success and allows me to have the ability to thrive and truly give back to an underserved population—which has always been a goal of mine. I want to thank BAYAC for giving me this opportunity and allowing me to truly see the power of one individual working towards strengthening my community and hopefully someday the world!