Leadership Program - Jonah Larson

Jonah Larson is a 12-year-old crochet prodigy from LaCrosse, Wisconsin.

His infectious enthusiasm and commitment to giving back have earned him a worldwide following. His story has been featured in hundreds of articles including in the New York Times, The Times of London, Forbes, Oprah Magazine, People and the USA Today. He has appeared on the Today Show, Little Big Shots with Melissa McCarthy, The Kelly Clarkson Show and news broadcasts around the globe. He most recently landed a position as a regular correspondent on The Drew Barrymore Show and is their resident book reviewer. He has reviewed children’s books for Jimmy Fallon, Natalie Portman and Henry Winkler, to name a few. At age 11, Jonah authored his first book called “Hello, Crochet Friends!”. His second book called “Giving Back Crochet” was released June 2020. He also released a “Learn to Crochet with Jonah” DVD and teaches both kids and adults how to make beautiful items with yarn and a hook. Jonah is most proud of his philanthropic work and has funded his first Jonah’s Hands Library in Ethiopia in the rural village where he was born. He also built those same children a science lab which is now filled with the furniture and equipment needed to help kids learn effectively. Jonah speaks nationally about doing what makes you happy and the importance of inclusivity. He has won hundreds of awards for his crochet pieces and designs. Jonah often sells these items to raise money for his philanthropic work in his community. Jonah also started his own business called Jonah Hands, LLC at age 11. On his website, he features tutorials teaching others to learn crochet along with items he sells. Jonah has been featured on Kamala Harris’ Facebook page for his community service. His most popular phrase is “Crochet Brings The World Together One Stitch At a Time”.

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