Daniel Sobajian

Los Angeles, CA | 17

2011 Award Recipient

Daniel Sobajian was shocked when he learned that 60% of his public school classmates’ families lived at or below the poverty line. Daniel felt compelled to address this reality and began a non-profit called StudentsDo.org. Daniel’s first project was a back-to-school supply drive. The drives continued for multiple years and provided a range of school supplies for students in Daniel’s area, including pencils, crayons, paper, notebooks, backpacks, and other much-needed items. Daniel actively collaborated with local organizations, including seven schools, two youth councils, two libraries, and one local church. Daniel’s efforts had a strong impact on his local community, providing donations to places like the Westside Children’s Center, the Boys and Girls Club of Santa Monica, and the Mar Vista Family Center.