Ayanna Castaneda is dedicated to fostering and enabling a college-going culture ensuring students and their families have access to college admissions and financial aid resources. Originally from the Northeast area of Kansas City, Missouri, Ayanna is committed to giving back to her community and supporting its youth.

Currently, Ayanna leads the Family College Prep Program on a community-based level, connecting Hispanic/Latino communities across various cities in the Greater Metropolitan area to college access resources. She also provides college advising for Harmony Project KC students at the Northeast Community Center, working to ensure they have the support they need to access higher education.