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Hometown Heroes

Real stories about real people who have overcome adversity to do great things.

These stories are so relatable to the kids and families that we serve, and they inspire us all to keep on going. We want to glimpse in the rear view mirror long enough to learn the lessons through our heroes who have lived the lessons. We then celebrate the windshield view filled with success, hope, and a wide impact for good!

Active Discovery creates curriculum outlines to use the Hometown Hero videos for elementary, high School, and the adult population of those organizations we serve.

Javier Sosa

Enjoy the story and inspiration of Javier Sosa - our first Active Discovery Hometown Hero!

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Ezequiel Gonzalez

An asset to his community, Ezequiel teaches free art classes, runs a Mexican food business, and founded a theater company.

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Doshia Woods

Thank you Doshia for being our 1st woman Hero! So inspiring; never a victim.

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Ian Forber-Pratt

Thank you to Ian and his family for sharing their inspiring and thoughtful story!

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Aaron Hale

Experience the extraordinary journey of a determined individual who overcame life-changing challenges to find purpose and resilience in the most unexpected places.

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Hometown Hero: Javier Sosa

Hometown Hero: Ezequiel Gonzalez

My name is Ezequiel Gonzalez Lemus. I am 29 years old. I was detained at 15 years old and sentenced to 23 years in state prison. After 12 years, I was commuted, released, and deported back to my native country, Mexico. Since my release, I dedicated what I gained in prison to serving my community. I teach free art classes at a local community center, I'm starting my Mexican food business, and together with a group of women, I am founding Comedian Del Arte Tecate, a theater company based on The Actors' Gang Prison Project.

Hometown Hero: Doshia Woods

Time to learn about overcoming adversity to THRIVE! Sports really helped Doshia develop resilience and decide to never be a victim.

Hometown Hero: Ian Forber-Pratt

We are proud to share Ian's story from being kicked out of college and struggling with substance abuse to becoming an internationally recognized thought leader and policy maker in the way children are cared for and protected around the world.

Hometown Hero: Aaron Hale

The video shares the inspiring story of a Navy veteran who faced a life-altering injury in Afghanistan, leading to profound physical disabilities. Through resilience and determination, he discovered a newfound purpose through cooking, finding solace and joy in the act of creating elaborate desserts. With the unwavering support of his partner, they transformed their passion into a business, "Extraordinary Delights," embodying the strength and resilience that can emerge from adversity.

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Everyone is more prepared to thrive with regular activity in their lives. Here at Active Discovery, we develop offerings and curriculum that foster increased activity and launch new opportunities for financially vulnerable children to find a passion.

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