At the age of 17, I created an annual event to show support for law enforcement officers. This event brings awareness to the LEO community and provides food and drinks to honor their commitment to keep us safe. The 2024 Delano Honors the Blue Event featured Wright County Sheriff Sean Deringer and Super Bowl Champion Matt Birk as headline speakers, two outspoken supporters of the thin blue line. The event draws positive responses from the community and I plan on continuing it next year.
In 2023, I traveled to Washington D.C. to advocate for innovation for those with rare diseases through the Voters for Cures organization. I met with congressional leaders and shared my personal experiences living with a rare disease. In the past few years, I have attended Zoom meetings with members of Congress as part of this project.
