About

Serving children and families of underserved underrepresented populations. I'm biracial bilingual multicultural person who is interested in closing educational gaps for minorities.

GivePulse Stats

Groups

  • University of Memphis

  • Downtown Memphis Commission

  • Fraternity and Sorority Life

  • Impacts

    Private Event

    Beautiful to see such a large family reunion, a well-organized event with plenty for people to do. The One and Only BBQ did an amazing job!

    Gave 4.00 hours on 07/22/2023 with Volunteer Odyssey
    Camp Memphis Elementary and Middle

    It was great to see a camp that connects with the student's culture through music, messaging, and means of expression. Really loved seeing the Talent show encouraging students to self-expression via music with dance moves, singing, and choreographed groups.

    Gave 8.00 hours on 07/21/2023 with Volunteer Odyssey
    Celeste Riley

    Celeste @ Memphis Para Todos

    Working with Memphis para Todos is meaningful as it provides the Hispanic community covid vaccines and I support them by serving as an interpreter. It's a joy to meet families and individuals who are hesitant to get vaccinated. Memphis para Todos partnered with Shot rx and The Haven for HIV testing and information. I hope to continue partnering with them to serve the Memphis community.

    Gave 3.50 hours on 02/20/2022 with University of Memphis, Volunteer Odyssey
    Celeste Riley

    Celeste @ Latino Memphis Salon Monarcha

    I love working with Latino Memphis because they work towards equity and access to resources like vaccine drives for the Hispanic community. The volunteers are great, caring, and using their bilingualism to better our community.

    Gave 3.50 hours on 02/13/2022 with University of Memphis, Volunteer Odyssey, Lambda Theta Alpha Latin Sorority, Inc. Epsilon Omega Chapter
    Celeste Riley

    Celeste @ Memphis Para Todos

    I love to work with Memphis Para Todos who's intent is to continue providing opportunities for Covid vaccinations for our Hispanic community. I serve as a bilingual volunteer, answering questions, and assisting clients in filling out the questionaire. I'm grateful to work with people who are passionate about using their talents

    Gave 3.00 hours on 12/05/2021 with University of Memphis, Volunteer Odyssey
    Celeste Riley

    Celeste @ Latino Memphis

    Volunteering with Latino Memphis is a heart job and I'm grateful to partner with them as an interpreter to serve marginalized populations. I believe strongly in herd immunity and seeing yourself represented, your language spoken, and questions answered puts people at ease on getting the Covid vaccine. I assisted people in filling out forms by reading it to them, interpreting for emergency workers and providing comfort to the apprehensive. It was certainly an enriching experience.

    Gave 4.00 hours on 09/06/2021 with University of Memphis, Volunteer Odyssey
    Spring Clean-Up Volunteer Work Day

    It's important to me to spend time cleaning up parks as it is a place for family, mediation and de-stressor. I often go to Shelby Farms with my family and truly enjoy the grounds. Cleaning up the park was one way for me to give back to my community and make sure the park stays clean and safe for everyone.

    Gave 3.00 hours on 04/03/2021 with University of Memphis, Volunteer Odyssey, Lambda Theta Alpha Latin Sorority, Inc. Epsilon Omega Chapter
    Lambda Theta Alpha Latin Sorority, Inc. Epsilon Omega Chapter

    I've always wanted to assist clients with applying for citizenship. Volunteering with FLIC was truly an incredible experience for me working online with several clients to fill out their application. My first client was funny and has been living in the US for twenty years. We had great conversation as we worked through the application. My second client needed a Haitian Interpreter which was interesting exchange of information. The application was for an elderly mom who also had an interpreter. I know that my assistance made an impact on their lives and I'm richer for giving my time and skills.

    Gave 8.00 hours between 01/30/2021 and 01/31/2021 with University of Memphis, Volunteer Odyssey, Shelby Farms Park