The Young Ambassadors program was developed because the Henrik Lundqvist Foundation believes in the incredible power of young people to make a difference in the world and we want to give you a platform to do just that!

Applications for the HLFYA program are now CLOSED

Please follow HLF on Instagram to see what our Young Ambassadors are up to throughout the year and come back in Fall 2025 for an opportunity to apply for the 11th class.

Currently in its 10th year, the HLFYA program empowers young men & women who want to be changemakers in their communities and beyond. The program is open to young men and women ages 13-18 who reside in New York, New Jersey or Connecticut. This year, HLFYAs are expected to fulfill the following program requirements:

1. Complete a minimum of fifteen (15) hours of community service (signed off on by a supervisor, teacher, coach, parent or guardian);
2. Complete one (1) independent service project in support of HLF’s mission;
3. Attend at least one (1) HLF-hosted event and/or service project (these projects will be hosted in New York City, at various locations and times throughout the year);
4. Make a short presentation to his/her class, team or other community group about HLF’s mission and his/her work as an HLFYA. All HLFYAs also commit to conducting themselves with integrity and make a promise to embody HLF’s ideals of hard work, determination, service and kindness to others.

* Financial assistance is available for participants who may need support to fulfill these requirements.

HLF Young Ambassadors 5th Annual S.A.V.E. Scholarship

Shaping young leaders through exceptional Service, Academics, Values & character Excellence

The Henrik Lundqvist Foundation is proud to announce that Allen Magie has been named the 5th annual S.A.V.E. Scholar of the Year with Ava Ranski and James Griffin receiving the two runner-up prizes. This annual, need-based scholarship program exclusively for alumni of the HLF Young Ambassadors Program is awarded to individuals exhibiting exemplary dedication to Service and Academics, who possess strong Values and display overall character Excellence.

Click HERE to read about the 2024 Scholars

The S.A.V.E. Scholarship is made possible through the generosity of:

Brian & Ruth Raftery

The Lane Family

Mathew H. Valenza Foundation

 

HLF Sponsor

2025 – Young Ambassadors

  • Savina Alagna
    • City: Bethpage
    • Grade: 10th
    • Person who Inspires Me: Grandmother
  • Jackson Bogardus
    • City: Riverside
    • Grade: 8th
    • Person who Inspires Me: My hockey coaches
  • Keelin Child
    • City: Summit
    • Grade: 10th
    • Person who Inspires Me: My grandma
  • Jeffrey Child
    • City: Summit
    • Grade: 11th
    • Person who Inspires Me: My cousin Michael
  • Addison Dugan
    • City: East Rockaway
    • Grade: 8th
    • Person who Inspires Me: Nana
  • Jayden Elias
    • City: Manalapan
    • Grade: 11th
    • Person who Inspires Me: My mom
  • Jake Hershkowitz
    • City: Roslyn Heights
    • Grade: 8th
    • Person who Inspires Me: My brother
  • Jaden Leung
    • City: Ramsey
    • Grade: 11th
    • Person who Inspires Me: My parents, John Mayer, Stevie Ray Vaughan and Kurt Cobain
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  • Brody Meserino
    • City: Carle Place
    • Grade: 10th
    • Person who Inspires Me: Mom
  • Zac Newman
    • City: Avon
    • Grade: 9th
    • Person who Inspires Me: Henrik Lundqvist
  • Aiden Park
    • City: Tenafly
    • Grade: 8th
    • Person who Inspires Me: Aaron Judge
  • Ashton Pinkernell
    • City: New Canaan
    • Grade: 11th
    • Person who Inspires Me: My brother, Chase
  • Aidan Schulenburg
    • City: Basking Ridge
    • Grade: 11th
    • Person who Inspires Me: My Parents
  • Addison Sukoff
    • City: Commack
    • Grade: 10th
    • Person who Inspires Me: My Papa
  • Eloise Warden
    • City: Greenwich
    • Grade: 11th
    • Person who Inspires Me: My Mother