Growing up in New York City , she saw first - hand how neglected and abused low - income children often went without proactive assistance or advocacy .
MioSoty became involved with children 's charities in 1999 , both as a volunteer and a fundraiser .
Growing up in New York City , MioSoty saw first - hand how neglected and abused low - income children often went without proactive assistance or advocacy .
MioSoty became involved with children 's charities in 1999 , both as a volunteer and a fundraiser .