Meet the Flight Crew:

Our Passionate Team Guiding Global Adventures

Steven's Wings: Global Youth Adventures was founded in December 2023 in memory of Steven Wilkes, a dedicated nurse, and Navy veteran who believed in the power of service and education. Our mission is to empower underserved youth, ages 14 to 25, by providing them with transformative travel experiences that broaden their horizons, foster cultural understanding, and inspire future leaders. We primarily serve young people from the Philadelphia and Greater Philadelphia areas, helping them explore the world and realize their potential regardless of financial means.

  • Steven's Wings: Global Youth Adventures

    Erica Wright

    Personal Quote: “Travel is more than just seeing new places; it’s about connecting with people and experiencing life through their eyes. One-to-one interactions in real life create the most meaningful and lasting memories.”


    Dream Vacation: Fiji or Bora Bora

  • Steven's Wings: Global Youth Adventures

    Trudi Wright

    Crew Communications Coordinator

  • Steven's Wings: Global Youth Adventures

    Kenysha Larmond

    Personal Quote: "Dreams are fiction until you make them come true, so dream big." -- From an irrational dreamer living her dreams.

    Dream Vacation: Fiji or the Maldives whichever comes first!

  • Steven's Wings: Global Youth Adventures

    Jeff Mascaro

    Wingraiser & Community Navigator

  • Steven's Wings: Global Youth Adventures

    Steven Ward

    Personal Quote: "People do not intentionally start each day with the goal of failing. They lack a plan or a path. As leaders, we need to recognize that and guide, support, and encourage them to succeed and reach new heights personally and professionally."

    Dream Vacation: Greece on the Mediterranean Sea and visiting the ancient Roman ruins.

  • Steven's Wings: Global Youth Adventures

    Octavia Williams

    Personal Quote: “The beauty of this world could not be painted using one color. The entire box of crayons is needed to reach that goal because each one holds a unique value.♥️🩵💛🖤🩷🤎💜❤️”

    Dream Vacation:

  • Dr. John Edwards

    Dr. John Edwards

    Board Member

  • Marissa Audia

    Marissa Audia

    Board Member

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"Travel is the wings upon which we discover our world and ourselves. It's not just about the places we visit, but the new perspectives we embrace and the dreams we dare to follow."