How Do I Connect With My Project?

I wanted to choose Helen Keller as my resilient historical figure because not only did I feel she was a very resilient historical figure, but I was also because she is one of my distant cousins. This wasn't the only reason why I wanted to choose her as our resilient historical figure, but it did provide an interest in her.
I chose Melanie Benn as our current community member because she has fought so hard to overcome some very difficult obstacles and I feel that she is a very resilient person. I relate to her because she seems like a person who wants to lead a productive, fulfilling life no matter what it takes, as do I.
When people see our project, I want them to be inspired. I want them to think "If Helen Keller and Melanie Been can overcome such hard times, then so can I." I want them to feel that they can do anything they want if they want it enough.