Grace Raptis
Rochester,NY
Summary
Dedicated and results-driven volunteer/mentor with a strong foundation in leadership, communication, and cultural awareness. Adept at helping mentees meet their goals, and facilitating community engagement initiatives. Committed to fostering a positive and inclusive environment among diverse populations through teamwork, mentorship, and community involvement.
Overview
2027
2027
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Volunteer
Pan-Orthodox Christian Students - St. Marks
Rochester, NY
09.2025 - 05.2026
- Assisted in organizing community service events to promote engagement and fellowship among student
Mentor
Monument Valley High School
Kayenta, AZ
08.2024 - 06.2025
- Developed personalized plans and mentorship strategies to support mentee growth, confidence, and academic progress.
- Served as a role model by demonstrating professionalism, integrity, and strong ethical standards.
- Guided mentees through challenges by offering practical advice, encouragement, and individualized support.
Volunteer Coordinator
Hope On The Move - National Honors Society
Kayenta, AZ
12.2024 - 05.2025
- Organized community events to raise money for Navajo a woman in our community battling Kidney Cancer .
- Coordinated volunteer recruitment.
- Developed materials for volunteers, improving program effectiveness.
Advocate
Ageless Flow: Bringing Water to the Navajo Elderly
Kayenta, AZ
07.2024 - 05.2025
- Conducted research to support case strategies for Navajo water rights.
- Collaborated with community leaders to address legal issues impacting the Navajo population.
- Conducted surveys across Navajo Nation to get proper information for more funding.
- Conducting presentations educating others on the water crisis on the Navajo Reservation.
Volunteer
Mesa View Baptist Church
Kayenta, AZ
2020 - 2025
- Assisted in organizing service events to promote engagement and fellowship among congregation.
- Supported engaging, fun, and smooth-running events by helping with organization and planning.
- Represented organization positively and professionally while providing community with much-needed services.
- Engaged with local organizations to establish relationships and enhance community involvement.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Political Science & Philosophy
University of Rochester
Rochester05-2029
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Leadership Enterprise For A Diverse America (LEDA)
Princeton, NJSkills
- Strong communication and relationship-building skills
- Leadership and Mentoring abilities
- Strong time management
- Telephone and email etiquette
- Positive attitude, and cultural awareness
- Professional appearance
- Data confidentiality and ethical standards
- Valid Arizona driver's license
- Navajo Language Proficiency
- Spanish Language Proficiency
Certification
- Licensed Hunter - Arizona Game and Fish Department
Languages
Navajo
Native or Bilingual
Spanish
Elementary
Interests
- Philosophy
- Law, Government, Politics
- Youth mentor, providing guidance and support to empower the next generation of leaders
- Participating in fundraising events to support local charities, schools, or community projects
- Volunteering
- Advocacy Campaigns
Timeline
Volunteer
Pan-Orthodox Christian Students - St. Marks
09.2025 - 05.2026
Volunteer Coordinator
Hope On The Move - National Honors Society
12.2024 - 05.2025
Mentor
Monument Valley High School
08.2024 - 06.2025
Advocate
Ageless Flow: Bringing Water to the Navajo Elderly
07.2024 - 05.2025
Volunteer
Mesa View Baptist Church
2020 - 2025
Bachelor of Arts - Political Science & Philosophy
University of Rochester
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Leadership Enterprise For A Diverse America (LEDA)