Meet the Colors4Change Chicago Team
Founded and led by passionate teenagers, Colors4Change is on a global mission to empower children in underserved communities. By collecting and recycling art supplies, we bridge the gap between creative waste and artistic need—providing every child with the tools they need to express themselves, heal through art, and discover their full potential.
Founder & CEO of c4c
Anaisa Acharya
Anaisa Acharya is a finance consultant at EY who pairs analytical thinking with creative vision. She is the founder of Colors4Change, co-founder of Girl Boss Gatherings, leading initiatives centered on empowerment, community, and impact. Passionate about sustainability, she connects and business, storytelling, and purpose to drive meaningful change. Beyond her professional work, Anaisa loves fashion, walking in Chicago Fashion Week's first South Asian showcase in October 2025, as well as writing, meditation, event planning, and travel. She is driven by creativity, connection, and building spaces that inspire people to grow and give back.
Co-Founder & President of C4c
Anya Acharya
Anya Acharya is a freshman at the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign, studying Data Science and Information Science, and she is the co-founder of Colors4Change. On campus, she is involved in Product Space and Illinois Business Consulting. She enjoys reading, painting, and cooking during her free time. Art has always been her creative outlet, whether it be piano, painting, or sculpting. Anya hopes to encourage children to express themselves through art.
Our Illinois Team
Shloka Bomireddy
Chief Communication Officer
Shloka takes care of the all emails going in and out of the organization and manages communications
Jaslyn Tatla
Chief Operations Officer
Jas manages the Illinois team and coordinates team meetings. She keeps the team running smooth
Lori Yoo
Chief Marketing Officer
Lori creates engaging content for C4C social media—TikToks, IG posts, and event posters.
Siddharth Madhu
Chief Web Officer
Sidd manages the website and blog posts. He's vital in managing the digital side of C4C.
Rishik Gajula
Chief Experience Officer
Rishik manages all real-world experiences and makes sure events go smoothly.