THE FUTURE OF THE WORLD IS IN OUR HANDS

The sculpture “The Future of the World is in Our Hands”, was donated by the artist Don Moore, to be dedicated to extraordinary community member, Jennifer Kaneshiro Carvalho.

As a lifelong resident of Yountville, Jennifer served the community as a town employee in the Parks and Recreation Department for 38 years and continues to be an active member in town service organizations. Her entire life has centered around her community. Coining the phrase “Yountville starts with YOU” she believes the quality of our actions today creates a stronger foundation for a better community tomorrow.

Jennifer’s service philosophy of leading with a kind heart, exemplifies the message of this sculpture. She supports the community with care and works to create a culture based on positivity, connection, and empathic interaction. Jennifer embodies what Yountville loves about itself: a community of neighbors in service to each other.

The inspiration for Yountville's very own artist, Don Moore's piece, came from his participation in an environmental studies class.  This class served as a roadmap for  living a simpler way of life.  Don embraced the idea of sustainabilty by using repurposed, and recycled pieces used to create this sculpture.

A poem inspired by this sculpture:

Future of the world

At 5

We’re the world

At 15

We’re the future of the world

They tell us we’re too aggressive

They tell us all our childhood we’re the future 

When we grow they say we aren't 

They are scared when we make changes

We will act on our promises 

We will be angry, joyful

We are ready

By Evangeline Arcadi, Vintage High School Student