Because she has a brother with special needs, Clista knows firsthand how hard he struggles to do things. She knows how much he would like to go to the special Olympics, and how great it must feel to win an award.

Because Calista is too young to be a volunteer at 7, she decided to help out in some other way. She decided to make crafts and sell them, with the proceeds helping people to get to the special Olympics.

Her goal is to reach $3000, and she is well on her way. Calista  does other things she can to help in the Olympics, she sometimes keeps score, times the track and field events or simly cheers on the athletes. She is an inspiration to everyone around her!