EDMONDS – Ahmad Hilal Abid, a resident of Edmonds, WA, was granted an award today from The Courage Project for stepping up to help their community in times of need. He was honored alongside 19 other individuals and organizations across the nation who reflect the best of the American spirit by helping their neighbors and building bridges across communities.

At just 24, Ahmad Hilal Abid transformed his immigrant experience into a movement that empowers youth and families through education, community, and compassion. What started with $300 in his father’s garage has grown into The House of Wisdom, a nonprofit which reaches over 200 students annually across four cities and has provided more than 110 volunteer, internship, and partnership opportunities to college students. Through mentorship,

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