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.

Steve Harris

I hope my legacy will be one of preparedness and resilience. I want to be remembered for providing a simple, yet powerful solution that helped countless people to protect what matters most –during their most vulnerable moments. I hope people will say that through Krisis Flood Bags, l empowered communities to take control of their flood protection, reducing losses and safeguarding livelihoods. Read more>>

Mariah Lucien

The legacy I am hoping to build is one of truth and inspiration. I don’t think but I know people will state great things about me, like I was genuine, honest, loving and forgiving. I will be most remembered for my laughter and my forgiving heart because I always found a way to forgive others as God forgave us. Read more>>

Zia Bradley

I aim to build a legacy of creativity, impact, and authenticity. I hope people will remember me as someone who consistently pushed boundaries, not only in creative work but also in inspiring others to pursue their passions with confidence and originality. I want to be remembered for creating meaningful, transformative work—whether in design, storytelling, or visual arts—that resonated with people on a deeper level and contributed positively to the world. Ultimately, I hope to be seen as someone who lived with purpose, embraced collaboration, and empowered others to bring their visions to life. Read more>>

Grace Finley

I aspire to be remembered for the love, acceptance, and support I offered. We are all uniquely made, come from diverse backgrounds and experiences. Despite our differences, many of us share similar struggles. As a trainer, it is my hope that every individual I work with feels valued, cared for, and empowered to realize they are much stronger than they may believe. Read more>>

Tia Lewis

After I am Dead as a Door knob (True Blood Reference). I hope to leave my footprints in the form of books. I hope to write stories that let African American ATL girls know that their Imaginations are a gift. That I too love boys with dark messy hair. That I two wish I could just become a vampire already. I want my imagination to spark the flames of wildfires in the hearts of everyone who reads my books. For them to know its never too late to do anything you are serious about. I want people to say, “WOW, I never knew she was this far gone.” But in all seriousness I want them to know that what I write about might not have been serious, my passion for it was. I want them to say “I felt her love in the spaces between the words.” Read more>>

Brittany Gary

From a young age, I’ve had a natural ability to brighten others’ days with a smile, and I’ve carried that energy into my work. Photography allows me to build lasting relationships while capturing moments that bring joy and confidence to my clients. I feel fulfilled knowing that I’m creating memories that people can cherish, and I’m driven by the desire to share my gifts with the world! I hope to be remembered as someone who always brought light and positivity to others. I want people to say that I made them feel seen, beautiful, and valued through both my photography and the way I treated them. I hope to leave a legacy of kindness, joy, and genuine connections—someone who was able to brighten a room and create lasting memories that people treasure long after I’m gone. Read more>>

Melissa Bauske

With over 650 doctors appointments, 91 doctors and counting, with over 1,000s of hours spent with many compounding pharmacists, specialty doctors, and allergists – here we are. What’s my legacy mean to me and how am I building it? Through my formed practices and lived experiences.. it is not a matter of if, but it is a matter of when you will fall ill in this lifetime.  For me, I live within my Legacy and Eulogy daily. I’m not here to have people speak of me when I am gone, I am HERE to have people SEEK me NOW while i’m alive and living within this aura of death daily.  You should live like you’re dying, not live like you’re living; this is my philosophy, makes for a much more beautiful life of silver linings, no regrets, and living at your fullest capacity.  Read more>>

Matthew Guthrie

I’m still a long way from building exactly the way I envision, but I hope to be remembered as someone who cared deeply about quality and about the impact my work had on both people and the environment. I’d like people to say I was thoughtful in how I approached each project, always striving to balance great craftsmanship with a sense of responsibility to the land. Ultimately, I hope my work inspires others to build with care for both today and tomorrow. Read more>>

Shakeena Melbourne

I hope my legacy is built on hard work, dedication and tenacity helps the community build and grow by using the law to develop the needs of the community. With my law firm, I have worked to help change the lives of those in my local community and their families through expungements. By getting a record expunged, it has allowed the client to be able to get better job opportunities, more income in the household, better finance opportunities and overall more peace in the mind of the record holder. In other instances, I have helped families with financial freedom through the assistance of bankruptcy filings. Read more>>

Meghan Greenwood

Most people in my immediate circle think I’m busy. I often get the question, “How do you have time to do it all?”. While I enjoy being productive and accomplishing goals, I really want my friends, family, and colleagues to remember how I used my creativity to help people. As a dance instructor, I am focused on getting people to move and feel better. I am a strong believer in the connection between improved physical health and better mental & emotional health. And I always provide a welcoming, non-judgmental environment for all ages. I love sharing my passion with others and if it sparks joy in their lives, joy that they can’t wait to tell people about, I have done my job. Read more>>

Aaron Gore

When COVID first began to spread and trigger lockdown protocols across the country, it was as close to apocalyptic as I can remember within the beverage industry. Bars and restaurants, our biggest customers, were closed for months in some cases, and our own taprooms were in a similar situation. Revenue dropped through the floor, but the overhead of so many businesses remained just as high as it always had been. Read more>>

Marcus Evans

I want to build a legacy that reflects my deep commitment to inspiring and empowering others through my ministry, photography, and videography. I hope to be remembered as someone who captured not just images, but the essence of people’s stories, while also guiding others to spiritual growth and self-discovery through my preaching. Read more>>

Janell Castro

Ultimately, I aim to pour my heart into everything I pursue, to happily complete every journey that sets itself in front of me, and to be kind to those around me. This is what I hope to be remembered for, and to set an example that hard work and perseverance can be the key you need to achieve even the dreams you may think are impossible. Read more>>

Jasmine Reid

The legacy I hope to build will be like storytellers of old. Where you can view my work and be not only entertained, but you will feel something, you will learn something about yourself or even others around you. You will hopefully open your heart and mind to new experiences and points of view. I hope people will have positive things to say, that they will see I want to change the world and even though I am a flawed person like everyone else, I want to give someone hope and understanding. And if I only changed ONE life for the better, i will be happy. Read more>>

Zhané Fludd

As a photographer, the legacy I hope to build revolves around the ability to evoke emotions and provoke thought through my images. I aspire to create a body of work that not only captures moments but also tells stories that resonate with people on a deeper level. I want to be remembered for my unique perspective, my dedication to my craft, and my commitment to authenticity in every shot. Read more>>

Kwasi Moses

I hope my legacy will be,,that my clients and people will remember the love and passion I have for cooking good quality food and creating Memories and KwazKanCook cooking experience Read more>>

Shaun Hughes

Food. What comes to mind? For me it’s community, survival, memories, and the future! Though an Instagram page dedicated to the trials and tribulations of an LGBTQIA+ 20-something living in Indianapolis may not change the world over night, it sure can make a change in this present place in time. My goal is first and foremost, community. As a member of a minority, it can be difficult to find supportive spaces in a sea of red and my goal is to foster an ecosystem of creativity and inclusivity not only in Indianapolis, but beyond. IndyFoodKing will remain for years to come. Read more>>

Cassia Ohashi

Building a meaningful legacy often involves making a positive impact on others and contributing to the community.  Many of us hope to be remembered for their kindness, integrity or personality. Me on the other hand, I try inspire those around me. Working hard, Staying focus and taking small riskis its all we need to do to take control of your live and live it on your own terms. I absolutely love what I do, I love my life, i love my freedon, th ability to control my time . Real Estate has allowed me to forever chnage my life. And I am anxious teach that anyone can do it. Real estate is my passion ,The whole process fascinates me. Buying, renovting , selling or keeping it , managing and also helping people around me build financial stability/freedon everyone deserves.Ultimately, the hope is to leave behind a legacy knowledge and positive changes that will continue to influencing people around me even after I am gone.  Read more>>

Malaysia Harrell

When I reflect on my legacy, it’s about more than just what I leave behind—it’s about how many lives I touch and transform along the way. I hope my legacy will be one of empowerment, resilience, and spiritual transformation. I hope to be remembered for empowering others to live their most authentic, fulfilled lives. My journey, including a near-death experience in 2020, showed me that our greatest challenges often reveal our true purpose. I want to be remembered as someone who gave others permission to rise from their ashes, embrace their divine gifts, and live lives deeply aligned with their true selves. Read more>>

Piera Calini

When considering the legacy I hope to build, I aim to be remembered for my commitment to kindness, integrity, and making a positive impact in the lives of others. I want to be remembered as someone who encouraged people to step outside their comfort zones, pursue their passions, and continually learn. My vision is for others to reflect on my life and say that I ignited a spark in them to challenge themselves and strive for their best selves. I believe that by fostering curiosity and resilience, we can create a ripple effect of positive change, helping individuals unlock their full potential and contribute meaningfully to the world around them. Read more>>

Aaron Vaughn

I hope the legacy we are able to leave behind is inspiring the future generations to stick with something through the hardships & triumphs. Skateboarding is not easy, to some it comes easier but the bottom line is.. you have to work hard at your craft. We want the shop to be a hub where skateboarders from all ages & backgrounds are able to come, hang out & be themselves. Versed Skateboard Shop is for everyone. I grew up going to shop where I felt it had a major impact on my early developmental years & I want that to be passed on for many years to come. Read more>>