President: Saanvi Ram

Saanvi Ram, a freshman at University of Pennsylvania, is deeply committed to making a difference in her community. She founded Lives Through Letters as a seventh grader after noticing the increasing isolation among seniors living in senior living homes. This initiative reflects her passion for journalism and public service, values that also drive her leadership roles as captain of her school’s debate team, co-chair of the Iowa Youth Congress, and co-president of Hempstead’s Key Club. Saanvi finds joy in playing her cello and cherishes moments with her friends and family. Her life philosophy centers on prioritizing “courage over comfort.”

Vice President: Jillian Maiers

Jillian Maiers is a freshman at Carthage College. Double majoring in Elementary Education and Special Education, Jillian has a passion for leaving a positive impact on lives in her community. As the vice president of Lives through Letters, Jillian played a key role in starting the club at Hempstead and has worked with Saanvi to expand its reach to other schools. Outside of classes, Jillian enjoys singing, reading, and spending time with her family and animals. Additionally, she is currently in the process of writing a book that has been in development for a couple of years.