Harper started Harper’s Helping Hands to raise money to help classmates in need who might not be able to afford lunch at school. On April 23, she presented $520 she had raised so far for the effort.

Gallery Helping Hands clients Dawn Eastman, left, and Fred Prain, right, outside of the newly expanded facility on Friday, Sept. 6, 2024 in Everett, Washington. (Olivia Vanni / The Herald) ...