Hannah Garside is a passionate volunteer who helped organize the annual Jazz in July celebration in Des Moines, which showcases the diversity of the neighborhood and helps overcome negative perceptions. When community opposition threatened to derail the event, Hannah was able to mediate the situation through her experience and connections. In addition to her work with Pearls for Girls, Hannah volunteers tirelessly for other organizations like Children & Family Urban Movement, and shares her knowledge from grant writing workshops to benefit the whole community. The letter recommends Hannah as a dedicated leader and advocate.