Legacies help us with our goals after we’ve passed because they have the power to inspire action and the give our ideals an chance to live on through others. Given the magical potential of legacies, we wanted to support and foster conversations around legacy building and below you’ll find some of those conversations.

Denardjoel

Growing up in underserved communities, and being a byproduct of parents who had far less than I in their upbringings, you tend to have a more sheltered or silo’d experience. I was unaware of the vastness that the world offers, as my thought process as a kid was that I needed to either become a professional athlete, doctor or lawyer in order to “make it”. Read more>>

Brie Pointer

I am hoping to build a joyful, fun, and vibrant community of people who live a wholesome life full of good health, food, and people. My greatest ambition is to have a legacy that echoes through time and generations. I would love to be remembered for my smile and the joy I bring to others through creativity and community building. Read more>>

Jaime Fleres

Wow this is such a big question, but it is actually a key driver in what I do and who I am. I have worked as a writer for over 20 years and a helper of other writers for 18. I went back to school to get my Masters in Writing and become a professor because I am so passionate about helping other people write about the stories and ideas that matter to them. Read more>>

Sarah Monroe

They say you die twice: Once when your physical body leaves this world, and a second time when the very last person who knew you departs as well. I hope that last person got to live a long, ecstatic life. If I am so lucky to have my name imprinted on their heart, they will remember how much I celebrated life. Read more>>

Deisa Hidalgo

Just as how books would outlive their writers, I would love my illustrations to live on even after I passed. To be shared from one person to another, and to spark conversations between those who encounter my works. Read more>>

Airam Dato-on

Bringing people together. I pride myself in connecting people whether its someone visiting a new city or in their current city. I want to be remembered for connecting folks that otherwise would’ve have crossed paths. Read more>>

Kayla Post

I was a teenage girl the first time I became obsessed with what people would say about me after I died. At that point I was undiagnosed bipolar, and doing my best to get through the turmoil of an abusive relationship, so I was suicidal and obsessing over what people would say when they found me. Read more>>

Doll Whitney

After I am gone, I would like to be remembered by my perseverance. There were Countless hardships and battles I fought due to domestic abuse. I conquered those struggles, crawled out on my bruised knees and bloody palms to escape. Read more>>

Tevin Tavares

To me, legacy is a form of everlasting magic. It is something that transcends time and leaves an imprint on the world for generations to come. As I reflect on the legacy I am currently building, I am confident that it has already been solidified during my time on this earth. Read more>>

Quinten Hull

Out of everything, I just want my photos to live on and everyone I have photograph to look back and love the photos I have taken of them, and all the memories that come from that time in their lives. I started taking photos to keep track of moments in my life and it transitioned into me doing that for others wish I truly love. Read more>>

Julian De La Garza

Coming from an art background, I’ve always tried to make pieces that bridge the gap between art and commercial pieces of wearable jewelry. I’ve found that my best method of doing this was incorporating technology into my creative process. Read more>>

Jenn Windrow

As a writer, I want to leave behind books that will help people find a way to decompress from their daily lives. I want to leave behind worlds and stories and characters that make people laugh and cry and find joy in my words. Read more>>

Joy Lyle

I aspire to create a legacy defined by meaningful connections not just with family and people I love but also with the community I serve. I want my kids, relatives kids, or even my friends and peers to see my commitment to continuous growth and join me on the journey. Read more>>

Katie Vinther

It is really important to me that people feel seen, met where they are, taken care of, and that their unique journey is honored. In my Energy Healing sessions I take great care in holding space, without judgement, meeting clients where they are in their personal journey and working from that space to support them to heal and step into the best version of themselves. Read more>>

Lorraine Tallman

Everything that I have created is inspired by my daughter, Amanda Hope, who lost her battle with cancer. It is her dreams and experiences that built the foundation of Amanda Hope Rainbow Angels. When I am gone, I hope Amanda’s legacy will live on through every warrior family that we are able to help. Read more>>

Kyle Harrop

I think people will remember me as somebody who really pushed the boundaries of craft beer in San Diego. I made beer styles that were not typical for the area and introduced a business model that had not been seen before. Read more>>

Jess Denton

I see a lot of people posting on social media about the legacy they’re leaving their children, and they generally are discussing the money or business they’re leaving them. Their pride in their work is strictly based on their income and that’s what they are focused on leaving behind. Read more>>

Cade Steward

I want to write stories that will live on for generations of young people to dive into and be inspired by. For them to see these characters as an encouragement that their trauma and experiences with mental health does not define their ability to live up to who they are meant to be. Read more>>

Priscilla Caba-Davila

You know, my vision for this business is pretty personal. I’ve always wanted to create something that’s not just about creating wealth, but about making a real impact. For me, that means empowering women to go after their dreams fearlessly. Read more>>

John Fuller

The legacy I am looking to build is accomplishing everything that is in God’s will for my life. I want to be known as someone who broke generational curses and created generational wealth for his family & loved ones. Someone who was not afraid to take risks. Read more>>

Doreen Gardner

Papa’s foundation is Love and Legacy. Making brittle has been a family tradition for over 60 years. Love was stirred up every holiday season as we piled in the kitchen to make brittle for family and friends. It’s my mother’s recipe, and people would start calling her in August to get on her list. Read more>>

Daniel McIntyre

That’s a very interesting question to answer which I’ve been ask a few times in my career. When you really sit down to think about it the question is very deep and deserves some soul searching. My legacy more than anything, has been and always will be, my children. Read more>>

Amber Simon

As I reflect on my journey, I realize it’s been one heck of a rollercoaster of life-altering traumas and moments of my life that are so beautiful, I can’t imagine living any other life. I have yet to have a straightforward path in life. Read more>>

Sara Jo Poynter

First and foremost, I want people to remember me as one who loved the Lord. It is because of His grace and mercy that I am even still here. The legacy I want to leave behind is go for what you want. If you believe it then you can achieve it. I am my own boss, I choose my destiny. Read more>>