About Us
MISSION
Students Against Scams is a nonprofit that empowers communities across all generations to recognize, prevent, and combat fraud through student-led education, innovative digital outreach, and advocacy. We transform complex knowledge of cyber safety into accessible resources that protect savings and digital safety.
VISION
Scams ultimately fail when people are informed, confident, and able to recognize and report them. By sharing knowledge and supporting those who are target of scams, we work to prevent scams from causing harm and protect trust in our communities.
HISTORY
What began as a 10th-grade research project on the rise of AI-driven financial scams uncovered a harsh reality: seniors are the most frequent victims, with many cases going unreported due to fear and shame.
The impact of fraudulent scams was severe and undeniable. Motivated to take action, we created Cyber Safety for Seniors, an elder-friendly guide designed to help seniors recognize and protect themselves from scams.
In 2025, this effort grew into Students Against Scams, a nonprofit organization dedicated to educating seniors, raising awareness, and building a safer digital community for all generations.
OUR TEAM
Harrison Lee
Founder & President
Harrison is a rising Senior at West Ranch High School (Class of 2027) with a passion for math modeling and engineering. Harrison also serves as the Sr. Executive Producer at West Ranch TV, VP of Math Club, ASB Student Council, and Golf Team member.
Benjamin Evetts
VP Technology
Benjamin is a Senior at West Ranch High School (Class of 2027). He enjoys chemistry, rock climbing and is the Co-President of United Generations Initiative.
Shane McMillan
Secretary
Shane is a senior at West Ranch High School (Class of 2027). He enjoys learning about physics and playing on the tennis team. He is also the Sergeant of Arms in the Unlikely Heroes club.
Payton Mansukhani
Program Coordinator
Payton is a rising senior at West Ranch Highschool
Ethan Yi
Director of Outreach
Ethan is a sophomore at West Ranch HS (Class of 2029). He is the Class President, member of the swim team and plays piano at senior living centers across the community.
Jun Kim
Treasurer
Saso the Racoon
Lead Scam Prevention Specialist
Saso heads the Scam Review Division. Saso and his team analyze the possible scam threat to seniors using his past experience, AI tools and human reviews. Check the tool out here.
Upcoming Events
SasoCON Santa Clarita Scam Prevention ConferenceFall 2026Santa Clarita
West Ranch Club RushAugust 2026West Ranch High School
5th Annual Pasadena Celebrates Older Americans Month!Wed, May 20Victory Park Pasadena