The Creator For Change Pathway
A 3 Phase Journey That Guides Our Whole Movement
Awaken
We help emerging leaders reconnect with their voice and see the world around them with new eyes. By challenging outdated narratives around identity, mental health, and social media, we awaken a deeper purpose behind the content they create and consume.
Activate
Once reconnected with their voice, we guide them to express it with purpose and authenticity through storytelling, creativity, and content that reflects what truly matters to them. This is where they begin to step into their mission and create the change they’re here to lead.
Amplify
Amplify is where individual purpose becomes collective impact. We focus on collaboration, visibility, and sharing meaningful stories to spark a ripple effect that expands the reach and influence of the change they’re creating.
What We Do to Support Creators and Spark Change
Podcast
Inspiring & Educational Podcasts 🎙️
Talks & Keynote Speeches
Request a school talk or keynote speech for your event.
Online Community & Resources
Join a purpose-driven space for creators and leaders.Â
 Fun Content ChallengesÂ
To Spread AwarenessÂ
Take part in the #HappyStickyNote Challenge📲
Online and In-Person Events
 Free events, mental health 5k run, annual 3-Day conference In San Diego 🎤
Nonprofit Fundraising Partnerships
Help us reach our annual goal of $15k to support mental healthđź§
The Creators For Change Podcast
Creators For Change features raw and uplifting conversations with creators, entrepreneurs, and leaders who used social media, storytelling, and purpose-driven work to inspire real impact. This podcast is designed to activate Gen Z and rising leaders to discover their voice, unlock their purpose, and create meaningful change in their lives, communities, and the world.
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Talks & Keynote Speeches
Request a school talk or keynote speech for your event.
We deliver talks that don’t just inspire, they shift how students see themselves, their future, and the world around them. At the heart of every talk is a simple message: your voice matters, and when used with purpose, it can create real change. We help students and emerging leaders express themselves through storytelling, grow in self-awareness, and use social media as a force for good in their lives and communities.
Our talks explore themes such as:
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Discovering your purpose through exploration, not pressure
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How to use social media and AI consciously and creatively
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Choosing habits that support your mental, physical, and emotional health
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Investing your time, energy, and money with intention
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Building emotional resilience & resourcefulnessÂ
Whether in a school gym or on a keynote stage, we aim to stretch minds, open hearts, and activate the next generation of change makers.
Submit Request
Welcome to the #HappyStickyNote Challenge✨
What if a simple sticky note could boost your confidence, rewire your mindset, and brighten someone’s day? That’s exactly what the #HappyStickyNoteChallenge is all about!
We all have limiting beliefs—the thoughts that hold us back. But what if, instead of letting them keep us down, we flipped them into something powerful, positive, and healing?
How to Join the Challenge:
✅ Step 1: Grab a sticky note & write an affirmation that turns a negative into a positive. (Example: “I’m not enough” → “I am always growing and learning.”)
✅ Step 2: Stick it on your mirror, laptop, or anywhere you’ll see it daily.
âś… Step 3: Share your note on social media, tag 3 friends, and challenge them to do the same!
đź’› Want to spread even more kindness? Leave a surprise sticky note for a friend, co-worker, or a stranger—it might be exactly what they need today.Â
📲 Tag @CreatorsForChanges on Instagram so we can see it and repost it!
đź’ˇ Take it a step further! Support mental health by donating to NAMI (National Alliance on Mental Illness) [link to donation].
One sticky note. One shift in mindset. One movement. Let’s make the world a little brighter! 🌎💛
#HappyStickyNote #ReflectAndHeal #HappyStickyNoteChallenge
Community & Recommended Resources
Creators For Change Free Facebook Community
This is a space where Gen Z creators connect with mentors, role models, and peers who are all committed to purposeful growth and meaningful impact. While the heart of our community is Gen Z, we’re supported by mission-driven Millennials and leaders from older generations who show what’s possible and help guide the way. It’s a place to get inspired, stay in the loop with our latest podcast episodes and events, and grow alongside others who believe in using their voice for change.
Resources For Mental Health
Free Mental Wellness Toolkit
Having accessible mental health resources is essential for well-being. This Toolkit provides a list of support hotlines, online tools, and self-help resources for those in need.
Mental Health Membership
This membership provides practical tools and guidance to improve mental well-being. Gain instant access to resources to help you process your emotions and overcome mental challenges
Creators For Change 3-Day Retreat
Awaken. Activate. Amplify.
 3-Day Event | November 2025 | Hybrid: Join online or in-person in San Diego, CA (Exact date TBA)
Theme:Â Awaken purpose, activate creative power, and amplify change.
đź’™ Giving Back: A portion of event proceeds will go toward NAMI (National Alliance on Mental Illness) to support mental health awareness and resources.
Day 1: AWAKEN – Self, Story, and SystemsÂ
- Theme: Know yourself. Question the mold. Name your truth.
- Outcome: Every participant leaves with a clearer understanding of who they are, what shaped them, and what story they want to tell.
Day 2: ACTIVATE – Your Voice, Your Platform, Your Power
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Theme: Your voice matters. Your content has power. Let's create something meaningful.
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Outcome: Participants create and share a piece of meaningful content, and feel proud of how it reflects their values and voice.
Day 3: AMPLIFY – From Personal to Collective Impact
- Theme: Change doesn’t happen alone. Let’s build it together.
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Outcome: Participants leave with a project plan, new collaborators, and the belief that their story is a tool for change.
Donate
This year, Creators for Change is proud to support the National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI)—the nation’s largest grassroots mental health organization dedicated to building better lives for millions affected by mental illness. NAMI provides education, advocacy, and free support programs for individuals, families, and communities, ensuring that no one has to face mental health challenges alone. At Creators for Change, we believe that creators have the power to spark conversations that matter, and mental health is a cause that touches all of us. By partnering with NAMI, we’re helping to break the stigma, promote healing, and make mental health resources more accessible to those who need them most. 🧡
MEET OUR TEAM
Ari
Ari has been working with marketing and brand building since 2017 when interning for TEDx talks at Indiana University. She started her YouTube channel and personal brand in her college dorm room which since has grown into a 6-figure a year digital marketing company that helps purpose-driven brands.Â
Kayla
Kayla is a passionate communicator who loves people, nature, and big ideas. With a Master’s in Science Communication and experience across 3 continents, she blends storytelling and advocacy to champion mental health, well-being and sustainability.
 Art
Art has worked with countless brands, helping with their graphic design, social media, advertising and SEO. He has blown up several social media pages and runs his own marketing agency. He has a dedication to helping brands that are working towards good causes and bettering the lives of other people. Â
More About Creators For Change
Creators For Change is more than just a podcast and global community, it's a movement activating the next generation toward self-discovery, leadership, and meaningful impact in a noisy, uncertain world.
We spotlight the voices of creative leaders, including entrepreneurs, educators, filmmakers, and founders who’ve used digital platforms and storytelling to turn their struggles into movements that help others. Their stories show Gen Z what’s possible when you lead with purpose and use your voice as a force for good.
Our audience is made up of mindful, mission-driven young people who are seeking emotional healing and practical tools to express themselves intentionally and make a difference in their communities. For the creators who we feature, this is a space where your story and mission is honored and supported by a generation that’s ready to rise.
Our work lives at the intersection of education, mental wellness, and creative expression. Whether we’re speaking in schools, curating thought-provoking podcast episodes, or hosting online challenges and community events, everything we do is designed to help young people use their phones consciously, express themselves with intention, and explore the path to their higher purpose.
This is a cultural shift. One that redefines what it means to be a creator. One that challenges the idea that content is just for entertainment or distraction. We believe that the future isn’t shaped by followers, it’s shaped by creators who choose to rise with purpose.
We’re here to help young people question the systems they’ve inherited, reimagine what’s possible, and step into their role as conscious leaders. Because the future won’t be shaped by followers—it will be shaped by creators for change.
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PEOPLE WHO SUPPORT OUR MISSION
Tony RobbinsÂ
Emma McAdamÂ
"Ari has an incredible gift for sparking creativity and inspiring meaningful change. Her guidance helped me take my YouTube channel to new heights, reaching millions with mental health resources and creating a ripple effect of hope and healing. I’m continually amazed by her vision and dedication to making the world a better place".
 Maddie Kossin
“I’ve worked with Ari closely behind the scenes for over a year now and I have never seen someone as obsessed with her mission as her. Her drive and force behind her business truly is the mission - something rare and something I don’t see often in CEOs. Without a doubt in my mind, I can say with 100% certainty she’s the next BIG thing because she puts what matters first - people and the mission. Highly recommend Ari to anyone who wants to build something deep, purposeful, and authentic.”
Contact Us
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Disclaimer: The mental wellness resources provided here are for informational purposes only and are not a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. If you are in crisis or need immediate assistance, please contact emergency services or a qualified mental health professional. Creators for Change is not responsible for the content, accuracy, or availability of the external links listed.
