How Did a 14-Year-Old Build a Movement of Gratitude and Service?

February 24
33 mins

Episode Description

If a five-year-old can start a movement, what’s stopping the rest of us? 


Trent, 14, founder of TrentCares, and his mom, Melissa, share how a simple birthday wish to help people experiencing homelessness became a thriving nonprofit feeding hundreds in Phoenix.

What you will learn:

  • How gratitude and courage turn small acts into real change
  • Ways to lead and organize a team at any age
  • Strategies for keeping service projects sustainable and meaningful
  • Parenting approaches that nurture responsibility, resilience, and heart

Key takeaways:

  • Taking the first step matters more than waiting for perfect timing
  • Consistent action builds lasting impact
  • Encouragement fuels growth more than criticism
  • Leadership is about serving others, not titles

Listen now to Trent and Melissa’s story of everyday courage and impact. 

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