West Palm Beach, FL (February 18, 2026) – Seventeen year-old Wellington resident Dariyan Younessi is showing that the leaders of tomorrow are not waiting to make a difference, they’re revving up change today.
Through his student-led philanthropic initiative, Driven by the Promise, Younessi is inspiring his peers, and the broader community, to join him in raising funds for Promise Fund, a nonprofit dedicated to increasing survivorship from breast and cervical cancer in South Florida by providing guided support and access to screenings, early detection, treatment, and beyond for all women, with a focus on those who are uninsured, underinsured, or have limited access to healthcare.
Through a special auction partnership with Heritage Auctions, Driven by the Promise arranged for an extraordinary piece of memorabilia – Serial No. 1 of the Harley-Davidson CVO Road Glide RR – to raise funds for this critical cause. One of only 131 of this race-inspired CVO model ever created, the motorcycle was donated by the Younessi family, with 100% of proceeds from the sale of this iconic motorcycle to help ensure more women have access to lifesaving resources. The auction is now open on HA.com/5580, with bidding closing on February 24 as part of a live auction event to be held in Dallas, Texas.
“I never had the chance to meet my grandmother because she passed away from breast cancer, and I don’t want anyone else to have to experience that kind of loss,” said Dariyan Younessi. “My family has been personally affected by cancer and Driven by the Promise was created to turn that experience into action. I believe young people don’t have to wait to lead, raise awareness, and make an impact.”
Founded to engage the next generation in philanthropy and community leadership, Driven by the Promise reflects Younessi’s belief that young people can and should take an active role in addressing critical issues affecting their communities.
“What an opportunity for Promise Fund to accelerate our mission and generate critical funds for the women we serve,” said Nancy G. Brinker, co-founder of Promise Fund. “We are profoundly grateful to the Younessi family for their generosity and honored to channel the spirit of this iconic machine into driving lifesaving impact for women throughout our community.”
Beyond its philanthropic impact, the rarity and legacy of Serial No. 1. represents a historic opportunity for collectors.
“Serial No. 1 is the crown jewel of a collection that defines the entire series,” said Sebastian Clarke, Director of Business Development, Florida, Heritage Auctions. “Its symbolic significance elevates it far beyond a motorcycle, it represents a generational piece of Harley-Davidson history.”
Founded in 2018 by Ambassador Nancy G. Brinker, Promise Fund reaches tens of thousands of women in Palm Beach, Broward, and Martin counties. To date, the organization has reached more than 125,000 individuals through outreach and education, impacted the lives of more than 20,000 women through screenings and diagnostic access, and helped 271 women diagnosed with cancer navigate treatment.
Through Driven by the Promise, Younessi hopes this auction will not only generate critical funding but also inspire other young leaders to step forward, engage in philanthropy, and use their platforms for meaningful impact. By using Driven by the Promise, Younessi wants the auction to not only raise vital funds but also to motivate and engage other young leaders to participate in philanthropy and make a positive difference.
Heritage is the world’s largest collectibles auctioneer and the largest fine art auction house founded in the United States. With offices across the globe, Heritage employs more than 125 internationally recognized specialists in over 50 categories including coins, comics, sports, historical, jewelry, luxury accessories, and more. Our team provides complete support, from consignments and appraisals to trusts & estates and museum services.
To learn more about Driven by the Promise or Promise Fund, visit www.thepromisefund.org. Follow on Instagram @thepromisefund and @drivenbythepromise.
