Youth Leadership Council

Elizabeth Solorzano

Council Member

Elizabeth is in the 12th grade and is currently attending Eisenhower High School. During her time with the Youth Leadership Council, she learned about all the non-profit organizations that are helping our community along with the wonderful mentors and the skills acquired which include: teamwork, self-awareness, communication skills, and how to score grants. On her free time, Elizabeth enjoys going to the coffeeshop with the girls, design, upcycle, and sew new clothes, reading romance & philosophy books, and cheering for her high school.

Whitman Peters

Council Member

Whitman is currently in the 11th grade at Selah High School. Whitman has been extremely impressed with his experience with the Youth Leadership Council because of all the compassion the organizations have in the Yakima Valley saying, "their dedication is inspiring." On Whitman's free time, he likes to go mountain biking, skiing, and hiking.

Noah Lara

Council Member

Noah is in the 12th grade and is currently attending Granger High School. During his time with the Youth Leadership Council, Noah has gained experience problem solving and debating on grant related topics. On Noah's down time, he likes making music and YouTube videos.

Oscar Jimenez

Council Member

Oscar is currently in the 12th grade and is attending Selah High School. Oscar has learned about the large amounts of non-profits that are doing great things here in the Yakima Valley. Oscar's free time is spent getting involved at his school any way he can from helping the clubs he has joined to joining sports like tennis.

Aly Perez

Council Member

Aly is a current 12th-grade student enrolled at Davis High School. Through her involvement with the Youth Leadership Council, Aly has developed a passion for grant making. In her leisure time, Aly enjoys study dates at coffee shops and late-night drives with the girls.

Evan Fresco

Council Member

Evan is in the 12th grade and is attending school at Selah High School. During his duration with the Youth Leadership Council, Evan learned more about teamwork and the inner workings of non-profits. Evan's favorite activity has been giving the good news to the applicants the Youth Leadership Council have donated to.

Indiana Hilmes

Council Member

Indiana is currently in the 11th grade and is attending Selah High School. Indiana is looking forward to making a positive impact in our community while highlighting a youth perspective. Some of her favorite activities include writing, reading, listening to music, tennis, cross-country, band, and dancing.