Trenton Alenik does it all. He’s the executive director at the Inspiring Children Foundation; he helps run his family’s business, Pasta Shop Ristorante; he’s a national championship winner in both tennis and pickleball and a community leader and philanthropist. Alenik leads with humility, integrity and hard work, all of which are reflected in his accomplishments.
Genuine human connection is at the core of everything Alenik does. He recognizes that community is the antithesis of loneliness, isolation, sadness and addiction, and actively tries to provide community through his work at the Inspiring Children Foundation. Having originally made a two-year commitment to the foundation, Alenik has now been there for 12 years.
During that time, the foundation’s budget has grown 10 times, 185 students have gone to college on scholarship, and curriculum and programming have been developed to reach millions of people online.
Alenik spearheaded the #notalone challenge that went viral on social media and turned into a mental health campaign that provides free resources and an online support community for people who live in mental health deserts around the United States. He also hosts extraordinary fundraising events. In connection with the foundation, Alenik provides mentoring to youth, helping them develop mindfulness and leadership skills.