Chelsey Pichardo is 16 years old and attends Zephyrhills High School. She runs track and field and has 10 dogs! Her dream school is the University of Miami. When she grows up, she wants to be an orthodontist. To Chelsey, the power of giving means fostering connections, and contributing to a sense of community.
Chelsey’s introduction written by fellow Student Service Program member, Gabby Maxwell. You can see the entire Class of 2026 here.
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