Next year marks 10 years since KELI came into being.

What a journey it’s been—treacherous, full of unknowns, and anything but easy.

KELI began with a vision. There was no money, no roadmap—just a strong desire to give back to the community I call home. That purpose lit the way, even when the path ahead was unclear.

Bit by bit, the pieces started to fall into place. With persistence, belief, and support, the vision began to take shape.

Now, a decade later, it’s incredible to look back and see how far we’ve come. What once lived only in our minds and hearts has become a living, breathing reality.

Here’s to the first ten years—and to what comes next.