Our Team

     Hi!  I’m Samantha Schoenborn, co-founder of Making Waves FL, a volunteer organization that serves as a platform for members to get involved with their community and help support other charitable organizations.  I am a 17-year-old student-athlete who loves helping others and wants to make a difference in our community.

     As a 9th grader during Covid, I realized it could be challenging to find volunteer opportunities and to gain real insight into those opportunities that were available.  As a result, I thought it would be helpful to blog about my volunteer experiences for others and draw more attention to various charitable organizations.  With that idea, I launched Making Waves FL in June of 2021 to attract and motivate other teen volunteers.  I also wanted to show others how rewarding and fun it can be to volunteer and to work together as a team.

     As a competitive swimmer for Pine Crest Swim Club and the South Florida Heat, I have learned a lot about hard-work, commitment, and leadership.  I want to inspire others to lead by giving back to their community.  I am very motivated and always looking for ways to improve myself and help others.

     I am a diligent student at Broward Virtual School (BVS) and a member of the National Honor Society. I received the Presidential Honors Award for academic excellence. Additionally, I was a finalist and award recipient for the 2023 Sun Sentinel Kids of Character program.

     When I am not in school, swimming or volunteering, I enjoy going to the beach, hanging out with friends, and spending time with my family and my three dogs.