Ella Shahbazian
Ella Shahbazian is the CEO and Founder of Ella’s Angels, a youth-led nonprofit dedicated to supporting families in need across Los Angeles County. At just 15 years old, Ella has already emerged as a powerful force for good, known for her compassion, leadership, and unwavering drive to serve her community.
As a published author, 4.0 GPA student, and dual-enrolled college scholar with 21 completed credit hours, Ella leads Ella’s Angels with maturity beyond her years. She is also a Congressional Award Silver Certificate recipient and a regular volunteer committed to giving back to underserved families.
Her Leadership at Ella’s Angels
Under Ella’s direction, Ella’s Angels has grown from a simple idea into a rapidly expanding nonprofit that provides:
- Holiday meal programs
- Community clothing and toy drives
- Scholarships for under-resourced students
- Local volunteer outreach
- Partnerships with churches, youth programs, and schools
Ella oversees all major decisions, partnerships, outreach initiatives, and media communications. She coordinates volunteers, manages logistics, and leads every program with empathy and purpose.
What Inspired Ella
Ella founded this organization after witnessing the struggles of low-income families in her own city and wanting to create something meaningful — something built by young people, for young people, that could bring hope and dignity to families who need it most.
Her visits to community shelters, local nonprofits, and children’s hospitals have shaped her belief that young people can lead real change. Ella’s Angels is the embodiment of that belief.
A Personal Note
In addition to her nonprofit work, Ella is a varsity tennis player, AP student, and advocate for youth empowerment. She believes in kindness, service, and using her voice to make a difference — values that guide every project at Ella’s Angels.
