Mars is pictured with her family as well as Bekka Wilkerson (Executive Director of The EMpact One Foundation), Jacob Stone (EMpact One Foundation Board Member/Elite Movers), Stephanie Bellinger (EMpact One Foundation Board Member/Riverside Grocery & Catering) and Jon Martin (Owner/Pharmacist at Bryant Family Pharmacy)
The EMpact One Foundation had the honor of recognizing their 1st Quarter 2025 YES! Award Winner; Miss Marleigh Mae “Mars” LeCompt-Nickols, a 6th Grade Student from Benton Middle School, with award sponsor Bryant Family Pharmacy!
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In Mars nomination she was described as someone who is doing amazing things in her community.
Mars has actively participated in several philanthropic efforts, helping those with special and unique needs, participating in her cheer team’s philanthropy drives throughout the year, and raising money to support LGBTQ youth. Her willingness to connect and help others, especially young people, demonstrates her character and commitment to making a positive impact.
Mars dedicates her time and talents because she genuinely loves helping others feel empowered and included. She consistently goes above and beyond to ensure that her peers, particularly those with unique needs, feel accepted and encouraged. Her commitment shows a deep understanding of how her efforts can create a more inclusive environment.
Mars peers would describe her as compassionate, supportive, and a natural leader. Her efforts to make her gym and teams more inclusive are a testament to her kind and respectful character.
Mars is an active member of All-Star Cheerleading and Tumbling and has been for several years. She is very involved in her local gym at Empire Cheerleading in Benton, where she continues to make a positive impact on her peers and the community.
Mars is incredibly hard working and her dedication to helping others is matched by her drive to always exceed expectations, whether in academics, mastering a new skill in the gym. Mars is a true picture of kindness, leadership, and positive influence.
Congratulations, Mars, and thank you for making an EMpact in your community!
If you know a young person deserving of this award please nominate them for this quarterly recognition at https://forms.gle/CUKYvrNeh5FawRG79#EmpactOneFoundation
The Mission of The EMpact One Foundation is to transform the way youth impact the world. www.empactone.org
