February and March have been incredible months of growth, connection, and purpose for Teens4LA! Our founder  Aliyah joined Another Awesome Day 501c3 at ETHDenver - dubbed the "Year of the Regenerates" - and we're bursting to share our latest milestones.

At the world's largest ethereum hackathon, Aliyah and our Another Awesome Day 501c3 mentors dove deep into the "regenerates" movement. But what exactly are regenerates? It's about using blockchain and technology to literally "regenerate" communities - healing social systems, creating sustainable solutions, and empowering grassroots change.

For Teens4LA, this was more than a conference - it was a validation of our mission. We discovered an entire ecosystem of builders committed to using blockchain for positive social impact, perfectly aligning with our Art4LA Crypto 4 Good project.

Big news alert! While at Eth Denver Aliyah recently recorded a podcast with Genzio Media, set to drop soon. Stay tuned for insights into youth-led innovation and mental health advocacy.

We've completed a critical drive at Aliyah's school, distributing essential goods that bring a sense of normalcy to those experiencing challenging times. From toiletries to clothes and even PlayStations, we're showing that support comes in many forms.

Give a warm welcome to Madison Baffo, our new Teens4LA intern and Head of Community & Social Media! Madison is spearheading outreach across Los Angeles schools, leading crucial conversations about mental health and crisis resilience.

Mark your calendars! We're gearing up for a massive Teens4LA event on the UCLA campus this fall. It's going to be epic - a gathering that bridges technology, community support, and youth empowerment.

Our journey continues to prove that when young people unite with purpose, incredible transformations happen. We're not just talking about change - we're creating it, block by block, blockchain by blockchain.

Stay connected. Stay inspired.

#Teens4LA #CryptoForGood #AnotherAwesomeDay

🔥 ART4LA NFTs are LIVE! Join us in supporting LA fire relief and Teen Mental Health 

The ART4LA NFT collection just dropped and it's your chance to own some incredible artwork while making a real difference!

For just 0.008 ETH (~$20-25), you can mint one of 38 unique pieces created by amazing artists from the biggest NFT collections out there. Every mint is tax-deductible and directly supports mental health resources for youth affected by the LA wildfires.

🎨 Mint your NFT: teens4la.org ⏰ Available until: Friday, Feb 7th at 11:59 PM PST 💫 Bonus: Each transaction serves as your "Proof of Donation" on the blockchain!

Don't miss out on this chance to collect awesome art and help our community!

Mint yours now at https://teens4la.org/art4la-nft-collection or for minting via desktop wallet here https://bueno.art/pzvot6s/art4la 

Teens4LA is rallying the NFT community with ART 4 LA Drop Feb 3rd - 7th

This groundbreaking collaboration culminates in "ART4LA," a NFT art collection benefitting the Teens4LA fundraiser. The collection features custom derivative artwork from more than 20 iconic NFT collections, including CryptoPunks, BAYC, Lazy Lions, Goblintown, Deadfellaz, Chimpers, Color Coated Artifacts, Punk Angels, 0N1Force, and Pudgy Penguins. Many of the artists behind the original NFT collections and projects—including Adamtastic, Process Grey, Psych, Timpers, JohntheCraftman, Peekcell, Pixlit, and IMCMPLX to name a few—have created exclusive pieces that reimagine the collections’ signature styles through the lens of youth resilience in support of young people in LA.

ART4LA NFT COLLECTION: Mint Details & How to Participate

• Dates: February 3rd, 2025 at 9:00AM PST - February 7th, 2025 at 11:59PM PST
• Price: 0.008 ETH (~$25 at time of publishing)
• Featured Artists: Adamtastic (Color Coated Artifacts), Process Grey (Goblintown & Grumpls), Psych (Deadfellaz), IMCMPLX (0N1Force), Timpers (Chimpers), & more
• Purpose: Supporting LA youth initiatives through blockchain innovation

Option 1: Web3 Wallet Mint (Primary Method)

• You'll need a Web3 wallet (New to this? Check our guide(s): Crypto Wallet 101 and How to Setup a Metamask Wallet
• Purchase ETH through: 
  • CashApp: Buy BTC → Transfer to exchange → Swap for ETH
  • Direct purchase on exchanges like Coinbase or through the Metamask Wallet
  • Hardware wallet purchase
• Connect wallet to [Mint Platform Link Coming Feb 1] and mint your Art4LA NFT

Option 2: For $25+ Donors (During Mint Period Only)

• Submit proof of your donation made during Feb 3rd-7th through: [Form Link]
• Include your ETH wallet address
• Receive your commemorative Art4LA NFT via airdrop

Need assistance? Contact our team: contact@nftclt.solutions

🔴 TONIGHT: Teens4LA founders Aliyah and Kyle join LA CHECKIN livestream benefit alongside will.i.am and global music icons.

The Annenberg Foundation, in collaboration with global music icons will.i.am, D-Nice, and DJ Hed, actor-philanthropist Etienne Maurice (WalkGood LA), and the i.am Angel Foundation, proudly presents LA CHECK IN — a livestream benefit supporting individuals and organizations impacted by the devastating Los Angeles wildfires.

LIVE from will.i.am’s FYI Campus:

• Friday, January 17, from 6 P.M. PT / 9 P.M. ET
• Tune in to hear how our teen leaders are innovating crisis response and creating paths for long-term community resilience 7:30PM PST  at https://annenberg.org/lacheckin/

Please share - every viewer helps amplify youth voices making real change.

#LACheckin #Teens4LA #CommunityAction

Hey everyone,

A big thank you for your continued support! We're mobilizing students in neighboring communities and across the nation. In case you missed it, Aliyah shared his story on KEYT News, speaking live from Dunn School about what inspired Teens4LA. Check it out here: https://keyt.com/news/2025/01/14/los-olivos-teen-raised-10k-in-three-days-for-l-a-fire-relief/

We're also excited to share that Walk Good LA has been added as a recipient organization to our donation options on Pledge. Founded during the 2020 George Floyd protests, they've been a pillar of strength in LA communities through their all-ages yoga and wellness programs. They're now offering free community programs that teens, families, and individuals affected by the fires can access for support and healing. You can find their welcoming community space at 4019 W Pico Blvd or visit www.walkgoodla.org - parents and adults, please share this resource with those who might need it.

While media coverage has focused on celebrity homes, these fires have devastated many hardworking families, particularly in culturally diverse and predominantly Black and Latino communities like Altadena. Every dollar raised will help provide mental health and skill development resources and services for youth across LA. We're proud to support community anchors like Walk Good LA who understand these needs deeply. This crisis has no boundaries, and neither does our support. 💪

Join Aliyah and the Teens 4 LA crew this Friday at 8am PST on TimePieces and TimesforKids X spaces to learn more about our ongoing efforts and how you can help.

#Teens4LA #LAFireRelief #CommunityStrong

We're pleased to share that Teens 4 LA student leader Aliyah and supporting organizers recently met with leadership at UCLA Anderson School of Business, a pillar in Los Angeles, to coordinate comprehensive response efforts, while developing both immediate relief strategies and long-term support initiatives. A key priority of our long-term planning centers on mental health services for teens and students in impacted areas, recognizing the lasting emotional impact of this crisis on young people in our community. Stay tuned for specific opportunities to contribute to these vital programs as we work together to help our LA community recover and rebuild.

This collaboration builds upon our existing partnership with Y3K, which has been actively engaged with UCLA students through curated discussions featuring leaders in emerging tech, gaming, and blockchain gaming, and blockchain exploring the future of entertainment. You can access recaps of these informative panel discussions here. Together with Y3K, we look forward to strengthening our support of the Los Angeles community and expanding our impact through these meaningful partnerships.

Behind the scenes: Sorting and packing supplies for delivery to affected families. Every donation makes a real difference on the ground.

pledge.to/teens4la-firerelief #CommunityAction #Teens4LA

Teens taking action! From shopping lists to supply runs - LA youth showing up for their community. This is what your donations look like in action 💪

Update 1: Thank you to everyone who joined our Community Space today. Powerful moment hearing Aliyah share his experience, alongside parents and organizations rallying behind this teen-led initiative. Special thanks to @AnotherAwesomeDay and @Y3KQuest for sharing resources and support channels. Together we're stronger 🤝

#Teens4LA #CommunityResponse

Update 2: First Costco run complete! This is what $1K of your donations looks like - 2 carts packed with essentials ready for delivery. Every contribution makes a difference.

Text TEENS4LA to 70707 to support more supply runs 📦

#LAFireRelief #CommunityAction