In our experience, talking about legacy is often subtly discouraged by society and we find this to be deeply unfortunate. Thinking about the legacy you would like to build can help you better align your work, life, time – your sweat and tears – with your values. Below, we’ve tried to create a space for folks to start conversations about they legacies they are hoping to build.

Selentia Q. Moore

My legacy is important to me. I have a mandate over my life to strengthen, empower, and be used as a vessel to build confidence in children and youth through the arts. Many adults, teachers, and community leaders saw my gifts and talents. Read more>>

Shelby Schmidt

I hope to build the kind of legacy that inspires the best version of others through acts of love and sharing light filled reminders of it 📷📷 Things I want to be remembered by: Letters on the back of photographs Always keeping open arms Read more>>

Alexis K. Turner

I hope to inspire young girls and show them that if you have a dream, pursue it no matter where you come from. My goal is to remain true to my testament and the path that God has set for me. Im sure people will remember my philosophy that authenticity wins. Read more>>

Yasser Zarroug

When I think about the legacy I hope to leave behind, I want it to be one of resilience, determination, and unwavering faith. I’ve overcome some of life’s most challenging obstacles, including homelessness and alcohol addiction. Read more>>

Lauren Temple

I want my legacy to be one of empowerment, positivity, and transformation. I hope to build a community within our fitness studio where every person who walks through the door feels supported, encouraged, and uplifted. Read more>>

Christine Saunders

I aspire to build a legacy rooted in public service, kindness, and the unwavering principle that others matter. Throughout my life, I have dedicated myself to showing up consistently, whether for my community, my colleagues, or those in need. Read more>>

Lamika Harris

My goal is to create a legacy of uplifting and inspiring others through food. I believe that food has the power to bring people together, evoke emotions, and create and call forth memories. I want to leave a lasting impact on the lives of those I cook for by providing them with meals that not only taste good but also make them feel good. Read more>>

Victoria Kucera

I hope to be remembered as someone who ignited a love for creativity in others. Whether it was through the joy of learning to paint or the lasting impact of a piece of art, I believe in the power of creativity to transform lives. Read more>>

Hyun Jo Choi

After I’m gone, my wish is to be remembered as someone that helped people from my community. I have a lot of pride in the people that come from my area (the DC Metropolitan area, or “DMV”). While photography and videography in the sports world is a very specific area of work, I want to use my platform to help expose the very talented athletes from the DMV to the rest of the country, even the world. Read more>>

Shayna Vincent

I want my legacy to be the reminder of beautiful moments that last forever. I want people to not only have photographs of the best days of their lives, but to hold a physical memory of their loved ones that can be shared for generations. Read more>>