About Us
About Us
Mission Statement
Teen Impact Jersey Coast (TIJC) is a group of passionate young women committed to making a difference in our community by giving grants to local charities and non-profits focused on youths in need.
Our Goals
We have chosen to focus on helping youth because our members are all in high school.
By investing in young people, we are not just helping these individuals’ present days, but their futures. Our goal is to create a ripple effect of positivity in our community, empowering youth to thrive in their societies. This drives us to give grants to local charities and non-profits that share our focus on supporting youths in need.
Impact 100 Jersey Coast has supported the growth of TIJC, and provided us with the tools we have needed to become a group. Both of our nonprofits promote the overall idea of building a stronger, more compassionate community for everyone. Through each member’s small contribution, a large and powerful impact is made.
Meet Our Leadership Team
Meet Our Founding Members
Executive Board Members
Executive Board Members
Amélie Munger
Hi! My name is Amelie Munger and I am the Co-President and Founder of TIJC. I am a senior at Rumson-Fair Haven High School and dance at SDC in Red Bank. I chose to help found TIJC because I want to get involved in my community, learn about local kids who are in need, and provide a group that can offer support to them! I am so excited to build from the momentum of last year, and to help grow TIJC into a long lasting organization that makes an impact for years to come.
Olivia Youdelman
My name is Olivia Youdelman and I am the Co-President and a co-founder of TIJC and I am a senior at Holmdel High School. I love being able to connect with my community, especially with each and every one of the Impact girls. Teen Impact has shown me that as young women, we can make big changes and that we should always strive to learn more and be more involved. I hope this initiative shines through the work that we do & that all girls can share my passion and dedication.
Nina Virani
Hi! My name is Nina Virani, I am a senior at Middletown High School North, and the Vice President and a Co-Founder of TIJC. Being a part of TIJC is such a rewarding experience. Being able to help local nonprofits, and meeting girls who are just as passionate about helping the community. Seeing the magic that can happen when a group of passionate young women come together is incredible- I can't wait to see what more we can do!
2025 Leadership Team
2025 Grant Review Committee Members
Lilee Martinelle
My name is Lilee Martinelle. I am a student at Rumson Fair Haven High School, I play varsity softball and swimming. I chose to found Teen Impact because we have the ability to use the resources around us to help people in need, and give back to the community that has helped nurture us, and helped us thrive as the young women we are today.
Marina Jones
My name is Marina Jones, I go to Rumson-Fair Haven High School and I am also a competitive dancer. I chose to found Teen Impact Jersey Coast because I want to benefit my society and connect with others who may feel the same.
Whitney Hobson
My name is Whitney Hobson, I am a student at Trinity Hall and I play competitive basketball. I chose to participate in the making of JCTI because I wanted to make a positive change in my community and be able to support and provide for local groups in need.
Tatiana Miele-DiFabio
Hi, I'm Tatiana Miele-DiFabio. I go to Holmdel High School, and I run cross country and track. I became a part of Impact because a friend of mine told me about it, and it sounded like a really great opportunity. I really want to be able to make a change and this seemed like a really great way to connect with my peers with the same goals.
Alana Rodriguez
My name is Alana Rodriguez. I am 16 years old, a competitive dancer, and a student at Point Pleasant Boro High School. I chose to be a part of Teen Impact because I wanted to create a lasting positive influence on my community.
Malia Russoman
My name is Malia Russoman. I am a student at Point Boro High School and I dance at the Susten Dance Collective. I chose to found Teen Impact Jersey Coast because I wanted to be involved in making a difference in the world and I want to help others.