Our Mission

We exist to promote opportunities for youth-led volunteerism that inspires hope, driving meaningful, non-political action for the good of Edmonton - through partnerships with community members and institutions.

Core Values

Things that matter to us ...

YOUTH EMPOWERMENT
We believe young people are powerful catalysts for change. By giving youth the tools, opportunities, and voice to lead, we create a stronger, more engaged community.

COMMUNITY CONNECTIONS
We foster meaningful relationships between neighbors, organizations, and generations. Our work seeks to bring people together through shared purpose and collective action.

COMPASSIONATE ACTION
We lead with empathy and care. Whether through music or volunteerism, we act with kindness and a commitment to improving the lives of others.

MUSICAL EXPRESSION
We believe in the power of music to inspire, heal, and connect people across all backgrounds. Through performance and creativity, we use music as a voice for positive change.

HOPE-FILLED IMAGINATION
We believe in the possibility of a better future, and we strive to build it. Our actions are rooted in optimism, resilience, and a belief in positive change.

2025 Leadership Team

Sherin George

Community Alliances Director

Sherin is a wife, a mother, an immigrant-turned Edmontonian, and a clinical research coordinator. She is passionate about creating meaningful connections between youth and their community and is the visionary for our organization. She coordinates and secures our partnerships with community institutions.

Nicolas Allegretto

Volunteers & Events Director

Nicolas is passionate about community service. A recent graduate of Harry Ainlay High School, he spearheads the seamless execution of all volunteering activities at Edmonton Hope Ensemble - from ideating and leading fundraising events like Bottle Drives to securing and managing volunteer participation.

Joshua Elanjickal

Music & Ensemble Director

A member of the 2025 Hope Ensemble. Joshua is hard at work coordinating the 15-member band, composing and arranging music, and enabling performance readiness for upcoming events. He is a recent graduate of Old Scona and an incoming student at University of Alberta. If you're considering a musical performance in support of a good cause, reach out to us and you'll likely hear from Joshua.

Meet the 2025 Ensemble