Plot Synopsis

Executive produced by Nick Cannon and Morgan Spurlock and hosted by Sydney Park, THE HALO EFFECT is a monthly, half-hour series that profiles young activists who are making positive changes in their communities and inspiring others to do the same. Each 30-minute episode focuses on one teen taking on an issue -- ranging from poverty, to helping military families, to the environment -- and each installment is capped by the profiled teen kicking off a HALO Effect Challenge, an action or activity encouraging viewers to become a part of the HALO movement by giving them ways to Help and Lead Others (HALO) in their own communities. The first teen featured in THE HALO EFFECT is Jessica Collins, a 16 year-old from Shelbyville, KY. At the age of 10, she was inspired by the film THE BLIND SIDE -- and the realization that there are kids who don't have a bed -- to create "A Place to Sleep." With the help of her church, family and the generous contributions of local residents who donate funds, beds and their time, this non-profit organization has provided more than 700 families with bed frames, mattresses and bedding. In recognition of her dedicated service, THE HALO EFFECT is awarding a $10,000 grant to Collins' organization. Plus, as part of Collins' HALO Effect Challenge, she is encouraging everyone to take a pajama selfie to bring awareness to this issue and also urging them to help people in need in their community. Kids and families can visit www.salvationarmyusa.org/halo for fun ways to get involved.