Hi, it's Juliette Kimmel!

I wanted to share something I've become passionate about: Philly Friendship Circle (PFC), a nonprofit that pairs teens like me with kids with special needs and their family members, so we can build real friendships together. It's built around one simple idea: be yourself and have fun.

I'm a member of the Teen Leadership Board, which means I don't just show up and hang out - I help plan events and work behind the scenes to keep this community running. It's made PFC feel like a place I'm truly invested in.

PFC means so much to me because of the little moments. Weather it's getting to know your friend for a second week in a row, laughing about something or just enjoying the moment, PFC is such a special community to be apart of.

We have our biggest event of the year coming up - the Philly Friendship Circle Walk, on Sunday, November 1st - and it would mean so much to me if you'd help me make it a success.

There are a bunch of ways to help: come walk with me, sign up as a crew member, or just help spread the word. And if you're in a position to, a donation to help me reach my fundraising goal would mean a lot too.

Love,

Juliette Kimmel