About Us

IN A PERFECT WORLD

A World of Good

Empowering young people across the street, across the country, and across the globe.

Our Mission & Vision

We envision a world where every person realizes they have the power to make meaningful change. We inspire and empower young people with the opportunity to have their voices heard and the tools to make an impact on the world. 

Our People

Our team represents a diverse group of individuals committed to building a brighter future.

Youth Advisory Board

Samara Johnson

YOUTH ADVISOR

Hazel Holmes

YOUTH ADVISOR

Noah Sneed

YOUTH ADVISOR

Logan Russell

YOUTH ADVISOR

Bella Kimbrough

YOUTH ADVISOR

Our Team

Manuela Testolini

FOUNDER, PRESIDENT

Quincy Jones

HONORARY BOARD

Quincy Jones

Norman Bailey

CHAIR, BOARD OF DIRECTORS

Christine Onesky

BOARD OF DIRECTORS

Linda Livingston

BOARD OF DIRECTORS

Linda Livingston

Andy Taylor

BOARD OF DIRECTORS

Andy Taylor

Stephanie Griffin

OPERATIONS DIRECTOR

Stephanie Griffin - Operations Director

Rodney Franks

DEVELOPMENT

Shelvee Casey

PROGRAM MANAGER

Michael Bratsch

CURRICULUM DEVELOPMENT

Lauren Hildebrand

CONTENT STRATEGIST

Lucia & Luna 

PINT-SIZE ACTIVISTS

Our Founder’s Story

How can a blue crayon change the world?

Founded by Manuela Testolini in 2005, In a Perfect World unfolded from an inspiring conversation!

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Advisory Council

Diana Brown

ADVISOR

Anchal Chand

ADVISOR

Dr. Patrina Clark

ADVISOR

Shannon De Laat

ADVISOR

Kelsy Dominick

ADVISOR

Dave Hampton

ADVISOR

Barbara Hawthorn

ADVISOR

Seth Henderson

ADVISOR

Jason Kampf

ADVISOR

Gina Loring

ADVISOR

Daniella Macri

ADVISOR

Rick Rome

ADVISOR

Bill Sanders

ADVISOR

Tammy Warren

ADVISOR

Ambassador of Change Honorees

Quincy Jones

Quincy Jones

Prince

Misty Copeland