Conference and Event Speaker
As I continue my journey through college, my mission remains clear: To glorify God in everything I do. Whether I’m speaking from a stage, serving vulnerable children, or connecting one-on-one, I want to be the hands and feet of Jesus in a world that needs hope.
TRANSFORMING LIVES THROUGH JESUS CHRIST
Hi! I’m Hannah Karanick — a 20-year-old college student, speaker, and founder of Hannah’s Helpful Hands. I’m currently studying Business Administration with a minor in Biblical Studies at Biola University, where I’m continuing to grow in faith, leadership, and purpose.
“What can I do right now to help more kids feel seen, supported, and loved?”
From that question, Hannah’s Helpful Hands was born — a nonprofit initiative that provides basic necessities to students in underserved elementary schools. It began with one supply closet at my old school, filled with items like hygiene kits, clean clothes, handmade quilts, gift cards for new shoes, and backpacks. Staff discreetly distribute these items to students, preserving their dignity while meeting practical needs.
Since launching in 2019, the program has expanded to twelve schools, and continues to grow. I track what’s needed through simple sign-out sheets — no names required — allowing us to respond effectively and ensure hundreds of kids have already been helped.
What I Do
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Hannah Karanick is a visionary, a social entrepreneur, and a nationally recognized humanitarian. From founding Hannah’s Helpful Hands to expanding her mission across the Anaheim area, Hannah has proven that you don’t need a job or a degree to make a monumental impact.
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A Proven Leader & Award-Winning Speaker Hannah’s work has caught the attention of the media and the nation's most prestigious service organizations. When you book Hannah, you are bringing a speaker vetted by the best:
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Hannah is now bringing her message of empathy, initiative, and community service to the stage. Whether she’s addressing a room of corporate executives or a camp full of teenagers, her story resonates, inspires, and—most importantly—calls her audience to action.
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The American Red Cross: Recognized for humanitarian service. Prudential Spirit of Community Award: Honored for outstanding youth volunteerism. The Ben Carson’s Foundation: Scholar and leader. Angels Scholars Foundation: Recognized for academic and community excellence. Lions, Kiwanis, & AVID: Multi-award recipient for leadership and service.
Perfect For Your Next Event
Hannah tailors her message to fit your audience, bringing a unique "peer-to-peer" perspective to youth events and a "call to purpose" for adult audiences.
Where Hannah Speaks
Youth Summits & Camps: Inspiring students to find their own "mission" and take the first step. Church Services & Retreats: Sharing a message of compassion, faith in action, and serving "the least of these."
A Proven Leader & Award-Winning Speaker
She speaks from the heart about her experience with 12 foster siblings and the reality of childhood need.
She provides a “roadmap” for how anyone—regardless of age—can start a project from scratch.
As seen in news coverage, Hannah is a natural communicator who connects instantly with her audience.
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Hannah's Closet
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Speaker - Youth- conference - small groups- retreats - church service -
Clinging to the Rock: A Year of Fear and Faith
Peace at 30,000 Feet: Finding God in My Anxiety