Volunteer Spotlight: David Enzler

Meet David Enzler, the 2013/2014 Youth Board Vice President for Hands4Hope.  David was motivated to take on the responsibility as Vice President to effect change, lead, and impact the lives of others. 

"The charisma and drive of the other Youth Board members serves as a source of inspiration to me," said David.  "They support me and push me to be the best person I can."

David's involvement with Hands4Hope began earlier this year when his friend Jordan Caldwell, current President of the Union Mine High School Hands4Hope Club, asked David to take on the role of treasurer.  David agreed because he saw it as a new challenge and opportunity.

David will be a Senior at Union Mine High School this fall. He helped his Club run a drive to collect donations for the Boys and Girls Club, as well as Fat Kitty City, and distributed baked goods to encourage donations. He also worked with the Youth Board to organize the annual spaghetti feed, hosted last April.

What is David's favorite Hands4Hope volunteer activity?  That was an easy one.  "By far my favorite volunteer activities are the homeless outreaches. They put me out of my element and give me the chance to interact directly with the communities that are in need," said David. 

David has a real passion for debating.  "Debate has greatly aided my public speaking skills and made me comfortable in front of large crowds," said David.  His favorite subject in school is English and Language.  This summer you will find David outside mountain biking and swimming on the coast.

After high school David hopes to attend New York University where he will study business and finance. "I hope to be able to travel around the globe, because I am always looking for new experiences and opportunities to learn from other cultures," said David. 

Until then, you will see a lot more of David in the Hands4Hope community, helping, leading, and motivating people as the Youth Board Vice President and Union Mine Club Treasurer.  

Placerville Homeless Feed

2013 Spaghetti Feed 

Youth Board Leadership Seminar

Youth Board Spaghetti Feed Fundraiser Raises $3,000

This year the Hands4Hope Youth Board hosted the second annual Spaghetti Feed fundraiser to benefit Big Brothers Big Sisters (BBBS) and Hands4Hope charities.  The evening was a major success, raising nearly $3,000.   There were 175 people in attendance to enjoy a delicious spaghetti dinner served by the Hands4Hope Youth Board. 

“The Youth Board did an amazing job getting food donations, a raffle, and a fun dessert auction that profited a great cause,” said Emily Abraham, Youth Board President for the Spaghetti Feed.  “BBBS does so much to help change the lives of at-risk youth, and they really appreciate the support of the community.”

Members of the Hands4Hope Youth Board spoke as well as the Executive Director or BBBS, Judy Knapp. A BBBS “Big and Little” shared their testimony, which was truly touching.  A little boy explained how he spends every birthday with his Big Brother, and they have even been to Disneyland together.

Hands4Hope would like to thank the following sponsors for their contribution to the Spaghetti Feed fundraiser: Western Sign Company; Wells Fargo Financial Services; Bel Air Camaeron Park; Macaroni Grill; and Clarity Audio and Visual. 

“Our Youth Board did an incredible job planning and executing the success of this event,” said Jennifer Basset, CEO of Hands4Hope.  “The venue was beautiful, check-in ran smoothly, the food was delicious, and the program was wonderful.  In addition to putting on a great event, they made almost $3,000 for Big Brothers Big Sisters and Hands4Hope projects.”

An ORHS student singer amazed us all for the entertainment!

The dessert auction was a huge success!

2 of our fabulous adult volunteers, Inga and Mary Ann

Our hard working Youth Board!!