Ella Shahbazian is a youth advocate, author, and founder of Ella’s Angels — a youth-led nonprofit delivering large-scale community support projects across Los Angeles and beyond. Her work centers on compassion, education, and measurable impact for families, children, veterans, and animals.
🍽️ 240 Families Fed (Thanksgiving Meal Drive – Long Beach)
Full Thanksgiving meal bags distributed to 240 families
Coordinated food sourcing, fundraising, packing, and volunteer teams
Covered by the Long Beach Post
Expanding to 1,000 families in 2026
🎁 1,000 Toys Donated to Children’s Hospitals
Ella organized donation drives delivering 1,000 toys to hospitals and shelters.
Includes sensory toys, developmental items, and comfort gifts
Supports infants through teens
Provides year-round encouragement for children receiving care
🧢 100 Beanie Hats Donated to Yale YHHAP
Supporting the Yale Hunger & Homelessness Action Project by providing warm, high-quality beanies for individuals facing homelessness and harsh winter conditions.
🧼 500 Microfiber Towels Donated to the Humane Society of Colorado
Helping support animal care, grooming, and sanitation needs for animals awaiting adoption.
👶 500 Onesies Donated to Loved Twice (San Francisco)
Supplying essential newborn clothing to families experiencing crisis through a well-respected maternal assistance nonprofit.
🐾 100 Luxury Leash & Collar Sets Donated to the Burbank Animal Shelter
Providing comfort and quality essentials for newly adopted pets and supporting humane shelter practices.
💵 $200 Donation to Bridging Community Resources
Helping fund local outreach programs for underserved families.
👥 40 Youth Volunteers at Ella’s Angels
Ella leads and trains a team of 40 youth volunteers who assist with:
Toy drives
Packing + distribution events
Senior and veteran support
Community outreach
Logistics and impact planning
🎓 $2,000 in Scholarships (Launching June 2026)
Ella’s Angels Scholars Program will award:
Four $500 scholarships to students in under-resourced high schools who are pursuing college or trade school.
🇺🇸 Valentines for Veterans Initiative
50 curated comfort boxes for veterans
Includes teddy bears, candy, coffee mugs, and handwritten notes
Strengthens community connection and honors local heroes
✨ Impact Philosophy
Ella believes leadership begins with service. Her mission is to create sustainable, youth-led programs that uplift vulnerable communities while inspiring teens to step into purpose-driven roles.
