About Us
Charlotte Ziqing Chen
Co-Founder and President
Chryceis Hollars
Vice President
Charlotte, a student at Emma Willard School, channels her creativity and imagination into her passion for visual arts and playing the violin. Actively engaged in various activities at school, Charlotte is a member of the Empire State Youth Orchestra and editor clubs, demonstrating her diverse interests and commitment to extracurricular involvement.
As the president of Emma Starpoint, Charlotte plays a pivotal role in fundraising efforts for children with autism, both locally and in her home country. Inspired by her visit to an institution for children with autism back home, Charlotte witnessed firsthand their challenges and circumstances. Motivated to make a difference, she volunteered at the institution, offering art therapy sessions to children and assisting with violin classes, igniting their interest in music during school breaks.
Charlotte's dedication to both her artistic pursuits and her philanthropic endeavors reflects her compassionate nature and drive to positively impact her community, both near and far.
Chryceis Hollars, a sophomore, is deeply engaged in a diverse array of hobbies, clubs, and activities. As the vice-president of Emma Starpoint, she passionately fundraises for and supports children with autism. Chryceis is an active member of the Spanish Honors Society, serves as secretary for her school's Science Olympiad Team, and holds the treasurer position for the local CCC-CAPE organization.
In addition to her leadership roles, Chryceis dedicates her time as a volunteer tutor and leads the online China Service Ventures Youth Reading Club (CSV). On weekends, she shares her passion for hip-hop through teaching sessions for children. Notably, Chryceis excels in athletics as a varsity golfer and dancer on a competition team.
Beyond her academic and extracurricular pursuits, Chryceis is an avid reader, writer, singer, and musician, proficient in flute and piano. Committed to community service, she has earned recognition with the Gold President's Volunteer Service Award for accumulating over 300 hours of volunteering in a single year.
Maxine Li
Secretary and Publicity Chair
Jake Han
Treasuer
Maxine is a passionate advocate for the arts and music, showcasing her talents on piano and ukulele while also lending her voice to her school choir. Actively involved in a variety of clubs and activities, Maxine's enthusiasm extends to her role as secretary of Emma Starpoint, where she contributes to fundraising efforts for children with autism.
Beyond her school commitments, Maxine generously volunteers with GLAD Academy English Tutoring, guiding students from China in mastering the English language. She also dedicates her time to CCC-CAPE, a local organization focused on mental health education within the community.
In addition to her academic and volunteer pursuits, Maxine excels in athletics, achieving 1st place in the Junior PGA team tournaments and participating in varsity golf and track and field. Notably, she has served as a representative at her school district’s board meetings for three years, showcasing her leadership and commitment to civic engagement.
Jake Han, a rising senior at Shenendehowa High School, displays his dedication and care for the community through his involvement in various activities both in and out of school. Inspired by his cousin’s journey with autism, he is devoted to supporting children with it as well. He is the treasurer of his school’s Math Honor Society and is an active member in several other societies/clubs. As a cofounder of APAPA (Asian Pacific Islander American Public Affairs) Youth Chapter, he promotes the celebration and appreciation of Asian heritage. Jake’s generosity extends to his volunteer work at Ellis Hospital, Chinese School, and the local summer camp. Jake also allots much of his time to his athletics as a varsity swimmer, qualifying for the NYSPHSAA State Championships.
