Who I Am

Transforming Lives Through Jesus Christ

Hi! I’m Hannah Karanick — a 20-year-old college student, speaker, and founder of Hannah’s Helpful Hands. I’m currently studying Business Administration with a minor in Biblical Studies at Biola University, where I’m continuing to grow in faith, leadership, and purpose.

Ministry has always been part of my life. I grew up in the heart of the church — my parents are pastors at 14:Six Church — and I knew from an early age that I wanted to follow in their footsteps. When I was 13, I attended Elevate Camp and entered a preaching competition. With my dad’s help, I wrote my very first sermon — a four-minute message delivered with all the enthusiasm of a young girl stepping into her calling. To my surprise, I placed second among high school students. But more importantly, I discovered my passion: preaching the gospel.

Since then, I’ve had the privilege of speaking at youth groups, churches, evangelistic events, and kids’ camps. Every opportunity has affirmed both the calling on my life and the joy I find in sharing the hope of Jesus.

As my love for communicating deepened, so did my love for Jesus and His Word. I developed a hunger for Scripture, time in God’s presence, and opportunities to share the freedom and life found in Christ. My heart belongs fully to Him — and I want the world to know the love that changed my life.

 

Another major part of my story is growing up alongside fifteen foster siblings over the years. Walking with them through stories marked by trauma, transition, and resilience opened my eyes to the deep needs many children face. I saw how something as small as a toothbrush or a clean shirt could help restore dignity and hope.

That awareness led me to ask a simple but life-changing question:
“What can I do right now to help more kids feel seen, supported, and loved?”

From that question, Hannah’s Helpful Hands was born — a nonprofit initiative that provides basic necessities to students in underserved elementary schools. It began with one supply closet at my old school, filled with items like hygiene kits, clean clothes, handmade quilts, gift cards for new shoes, and backpacks. Staff discreetly distribute these items to students, preserving their dignity while meeting practical needs.

Since launching in 2019, the program has expanded to twelve schools, and continues to grow. I track what’s needed through simple sign-out sheets — no names required — allowing us to respond effectively and ensure hundreds of kids have already been helped.

Now, as I continue my journey through college, my mission remains clear:
To glorify God in everything I do. Whether I’m speaking from a stage, serving vulnerable children, or connecting one-on-one, I want to be the hands and feet of Jesus in a world that needs hope.

Recognitions and Awards

Angels Scholar

The Prudential Spirit of Community Awards

The American Red Cross

The American Red Cross honors Hannah Karanick with the Youth Hero Award.

AVID

LIONS

KIWANIS

OPTIMIST INTERNATIONAL

BPOE

Coding Skills
HTML
80%
CSS
70%
BOOTSTRAP
83%
JAVASCRIPT
62%
PHP
90%
REACT
85%
Experiences
2022 – Present

Lead Website Designer

Tech Solutions Inc

2018 - 2022

Mid-Level Website Designer

Creativo Web Agency

2016 - 2018

Junior Website Designer

Rocket Web Services

Education
2018

Master in Design

New York University

2014

Bachelor of Arts

University of London

2011

Artist of College

University of Sydney

What They Say
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Norman Moore, Evangelist

Biblically Accurate!

It was a blessing to hear Hannah Karanick preach from Matthew 11, at 14:SIX Church, hosted by Xclaimed Ministries!  She was biblically accurate, very articulate and obviously helpful to us who heard.

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Jennifer S.

She is incredible!

I have had the pleasure of hearing Hannah speak at multiple events. I have asked myself how someone so young has such poise, composure, and is able to communicate her topic so effortlessly. She is incredible, and I have been blessed and encouraged listening to her speeches.take our online presence to the next level!"

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Karen R.

Great Job!

Hannah did a great job! I was really blessed by her sermon.

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Vickie M

Heartfelt!

I found Hannah’s sermon to be heartfelt, articulate, convicting, loving, relevant, and helpful to me personally!!! Hannah definitely has a God-given gift for speaking the truth and teaching His Word!!!

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Paul and Diane C.

Outstanding and Enjoyable!

Your sermon Hannah was outstanding, we thoroughly enjoyed it.

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