By Design and Not by Default

Meet the Oak Creek High School Harvard-bound valedictorian who wants to find a cure for dementia

Dionne Grayson is named MBJ Women of Influence–Mentor Category

For Dionne Grayson, serving others is a family trait that is embedded in her heart. Stemming from a family that serves others, Growing up, her family hosted a Bible study, a food pantry and a clothing pantry in their duplex in Milwaukee’s Midtown area.
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Jerel Ballard pays it forward with Milwaukee’s Finest Scholarship fund

Lead2Change Alumnus Jerel Ballard discusses his vision for a scholarship fund that will help local college-bound high schoolers.
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10 Questions with Devon Ellis

Lead2Change Alumnus Devon Ellis sits down with the Nonprofit Center of Milwaukee and answers questions about the importance of volunteerism and community engagement. Read More

Lead2Change Alumna Ashley Hines makes MBJ’s 40 under 40 list

Described in a 40 under 40 nomination as an “up-and-comer” and praised for her “dedication to both her work and her community,” Ashley Hines is driving institutional diversity and inclusion efforts at the medical College of Wisconsin and in metro Milwaukee.
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