Many may assume that college is solely a time for attending classes, making memories with friends, and finding a job after graduation. But for Silas Howerton, a sophomore at Georgia Tech, that’s far from the case. Silas, a pre-health studies major on the pre-med track, is a point of light for many organizations and budding service leader in Atlanta.

Silas is an avid and consistent volunteer with Grady Fresh Food Cart, a local Grady Clinic program that partners with the Atlanta Community Food Bank and Common Market to distribute food to Grady patients. In his time serving with the Grady Fresh Food Cart, Silas has helped to distribute over 100,000 pounds of healthy food to the Atlanta community. In a time where many are struggling to provide basic food and nutrition for their families, Silas is committed to helping to eradicate food insecurity in the metro Atlanta area.

Additionally, SIlas works as an Associate Director of Campus Ambassadors for the HEAL Clinical Education Network, where he manages over 100 ambassadors around the nation to prepare and educate students about open-access clinical education. His influence has expanded to both Georgia State University and Emory University, recruiting almost 500 students to join into the critical work of empowering nutrition education and gaining experience in clinical education.

To date, Silas and his team has helped over 20,000 students to explore higher-level clinical education. Silas’ deep passion for serving folks is seen in his selfless and dedicated service to expand learning and students.

Inspired by Silas’ story?

Help us engage and highlight incredible efforts like Silas’, by making a donation to Hands On Atlanta. It takes hard work AND financial support to tackle Atlanta’s most pressing needs. When you let our hands be yours, every $1 invested turns into $6 of economic impact! Donate now and help ensure a more civically engaged and equitable Atlanta.