I not only work hard academically, but try to improve my community’s quality of life by doing volunteer work. I believe education is the key to success, and I try to connect my passion for education with my desire of helping others. As a result, I decided to become a volunteer at our local boys and girls club. I wanted to help these youth to achieve goals they may have in life or simply be friend and help them solve a problem. I know as a child I was always grateful that I could go to my mom and dad when I had a problem. I have always wanted to be a mentor, someone that these children could go too who doesn’t have the same privilege I did. I believe my time working at the boys and girls club has given me a better understanding of our youth at varying