Stories – Fireside

Real Stories,
Real Impact

See how the IGNITE Youth Leadership Program is transforming lives and shaping tomorrow’s leaders.

Voices of IGNITE

The heart of IGNITE beats through its community – the youth stepping up to lead their younger peers, the staff walking beside them, and the partners who open doors for us all to work together.

Each story is a glimpse of faith in motion, proof that when young people engage a relationship with Jesus, they are equipped and encouraged and they don’t just grow; they IGNITE change around them.

“…Diego has become more responsible, he plays games with younger children, helps me around the house more. The Ignite program has honestly been wonderful for my son and a great blessing not only for him but for us as his parents…”

Lara Lopez

(IGNITE Leader, Diego Quebrado’s, mom)

“…I have seen a great change in Karla since she has been in Ignite. She has always been very mature, very intelligent, but since she has been attending, she is more responsible and gets along with her siblings better. She takes better care of her little sister, plays with her, and is more attentive to her. She wasn’t sure what career to take and now she is saying she wants to study to be able to one day open her own daycare center. I have also noticed that she is giving her best in all things and that is due to what she is learning in Ignite. I thank the lord for putting her on this path and maturing her. I am so thankful for the Ignite Team”

Maria Gutierrez

(IGNITE Leader, Karla’s Gutierrez, mom)

“…There was a time when my daughter, Cyntia, didn’t want to speak or share with anybody. In fact, she didn’t talk much at all. And now because of Ignite I see a big change because she shows her leadership skills by speaking up with her siblings, with us parents, and her teachers and community…”

Hermelinda Garcia

(IGNITE Leader, Cyntia Ramirez, mom)

“…The change in our son is incredible. He’s more engaged in the world around him, his energy is up, he has a purpose and a joy that you can clearly see comes from God. We are so grateful to IGNITE and all the staff.”

Richard Lopez

(IGNITE Leader, Kaiah Lopez)

Let the Next Story be Yours

Every great story starts with one decision to show up. Whether you’re ready to volunteer or support in some other way, you can help IGNITE the next generation of Christ-centered leaders. Please see below our outlets to get involved.

Fellowship Meals

One of the most popular parts of our program is the fellowship meals. Community members at our Riverside location offered to cook meals after IGNITE team meetings. What started as a kind gesture has flourished into prayer, good food, and great fellowship the youth have with each other! We need meals for all of our sites.

Volunteer

Use your gifts and energy to create meaningful opportunities with youth in your community. If you’d like to inquire about volunteering, please click the link below.

Support Our Mission

Help us reach the hearts of youth, empower more youth leaders, and build stronger communities. Your generosity fuels the transformation we see every day.

Real Stories, Real Impact