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Haley Castanaza

Hawthorne

Summary

Organized and dependable candidate successful at maintaining multiple priorities with a positive attitude, and willing to take on added responsibilities to achieve goals.

Overview

3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Glimmers Childhood Cancer Internship

Non Profit Organization
06.2025 - Current
  • Assist in the creation and expansion of Glimmers Foundation chapters at local high schools through outreach, student engagement, and club development.
  • Spearhead the growth and coordination of the Los Angeles Youth Board for a nonprofit supporting pediatric cancer patients at UCLA Mattel Children’s Hospital.
  • Manage communication and scheduling for youth board members, serving as a primary point of contact and facilitator for meetings.


Hospital Volunteer

UCLA Health
05.2025 - Current
  • Assisted healthcare staff in patient care activities to enhance overall service quality.
  • Provided support in administrative tasks, ensuring efficient operation of hospital departments.
  • Engaged with patients and families, delivering compassionate assistance and information.

Hospital Volunteer

Cedars Sinai Hospital
01.2024 - 05.2025
  • Delivered educational materials and resources to patients and families, enhancing their understanding of health conditions.
  • Maintained cleanliness and organization in common areas, contributing to a welcoming environment for patients and visitors.

Sophomore Class Vice President

Associated Student Body
08.2023 - Current
  • Increased student involvement in class activities by coordinating events while fundraising for class.
  • Collaborated with fellow class members to implement many school-wide events, fostering sense of community building among students.
  • Assisted in the planning and execution of successful fundraisers, contributing to overall financial goals.
  • Increased student engagement in extracurricular activities.

Freshman Class Treasurer

Associated Student Body
08.2022 - 06.2023
  • Enhanced financial transparency by maintaining up to date and accurate records of transactions, receipts, and forms.
  • Prioritized budgeting for events and fundraisers, resulting in more efficient allocation of funds.
  • Maximized revenue by negotiating with vendors for cost-effective services and transactions required for events.

Heal The Bay Club President

Santa Monica High School
08.2023 - Current
  • Increased club membership by implementing targeted recruitment strategies and participating in engaging events.
  • Developed strategic budget plans with measurable objectives that aligned with the clubs mission to reduce usages of plastic.
  • Overseeing beach cleanups.

Education

High School -

Santa Monica High School
Santa Monica, CA
07.2026

Skills

  • Student Advocacy
  • Creative thinker
  • Coordinator
  • Fundraising Expertise
  • Fast learner
  • Goal-oriented mindset

Certification

Student of The Year Finalist 2022-2023

Certificate of Special Congressional Recognition

Youth Leadership Award

Outstanding Science Student Award

Timeline

Glimmers Childhood Cancer Internship

Non Profit Organization
06.2025 - Current

Hospital Volunteer

UCLA Health
05.2025 - Current

Hospital Volunteer

Cedars Sinai Hospital
01.2024 - 05.2025

Sophomore Class Vice President

Associated Student Body
08.2023 - Current

Heal The Bay Club President

Santa Monica High School
08.2023 - Current

Freshman Class Treasurer

Associated Student Body
08.2022 - 06.2023

High School -

Santa Monica High School