From U.S. Open Ball Crew to Global Humanitarian: A Life Guided by “Much is Required”
the staff of the Ridgewood blog
Palisades Park NJ, in an era dominated by screens and social media, Alexander Lorenzo of Palisades Park, NJ, stands out as a young man committed to authentic, person-to-person connection. An avid tennis player since age five, Alexander has truly taken the concept of “service” far beyond the tennis court, logging nearly 300 hours of community service by the end of his junior year at Regis High School in New York City.
Guided by the Jesuit pillars of service and the powerful passage from Luke 12:48—”To whom much is given, much is required”—Alexander’s resume of giving back is both expansive and profound, demonstrating a rare commitment to serving others at home and around the globe.
Service in Action: A Global View of Giving Back
Alexander’s dedication to service is not limited to local efforts; it spans continents and addresses critical issues of social justice and human dignity.
| Location | Project/Focus | Key Takeaway |
| Nogales, Arizona | Kino Border Initiative: Spent a week working with recent migrants at the U.S.-Mexico border, directly confronting issues of migration and humanitarian aid in the summer of 2024. | Direct exposure to social justice issues and border community needs. |
| Nairobi, Kenya | St. Aloysius School, Kibera: Worked with fellow Jesuit students, contributing to educational programs in one of the world’s largest urban slums. | Fostering global solidarity and a passion for international service. |
| New York City | The Catholic Worker: Makes weekly visits to missions on the Lower East Side, providing aid and engaging with vulnerable communities. | Consistent, local effort to uphold the dignity of the poor. |
A Foundation of Giving: From Saint David’s to Regis
Alexander’s commitment began early at Saint David’s School, where he first distinguished himself by volunteering for the Horizon’s Program—providing top-tier summer education for inner-city boys—and spearheading fundraising for the Seeing Eye Dog Foundation in Morristown, NJ.
At Regis, Alexander has integrated this passion into his demanding academic life:
- Peer Tutoring: Volunteers as a tutor in challenging subjects like Math, Chemistry, and English.
- Academic Rigor: Maintains a full course load of honors classes while balancing his service commitments.
- Technology for Good: Rather than being “engrossed with technology,” he uses his knowledge of tech to further his outreach and stay connected with communities he serves.
On the Court and In the Service Line
Even his athletic life is defined by high achievement and commitment. Alexander is a member of the Regis Varsity Tennis Team and has been selected for the prestigious U.S. Open Ball Crew for two consecutive years, a testament to his discipline and focus.
As Alexander now prepares for the next chapter—the college application process—his impressive history of academic rigor, technological fluency, and deep, demonstrated commitment to being a “person for others” makes him a true role model for his generation.
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