Christina DeGraffinried

Temple University

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I am currently a full time undergraduate student at Temple University studying Early Childhood Education.This year, I am going on a 9 day water brigade to Nicaragua, from May 8,2016-May 16, 2016. Water Brigades' mission is to empower communities to access sufficient clean water through infrastructural development, water treatment, community leader training and education. Water Brigades volunteers assist in implementing clean water systems to prevent water-related illnesses in communities with limited access to clean water. One of the fundamental roadblocks to community development is lack of clean water. With a sufficient quantity of properly treated water, community members can cut off the connection between water and illness and ultimately live healthier, more productive lives. Volunteers work side-by-side with community members as well as with our in-country project technicians in all aspects of the water system's construction while learning about its design, functionality, and long-term sustainability.I am passionate about helping others, giving back to the community, experiencing new cultures and environments, and making a difference. Through this website, working part time, and other fundraising opportunities I plan to raise $1,600 to fund this trip. Help me complete this goal of mine and help improve the lives of those in need by donating today. Even a $1 helps! Thank you!

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End Date: May 22, 2015 12:00 AM
Volunteer Activity Message

Global Brigades offers 10-day Water/Public Health Hybrid Brigades throughout the year in Honduras. Water Brigades' mission is to empower communities to access sufficient clean water through infrastructural development, water treatment, community leader training and education. Water Brigades volunteers assist in implementing clean water systems to prevent water-related illnesses in communities with limited access to clean water. One of the fundamental roadblocks to community development is lack of clean water. With a sufficient quantity of properly treated water, community members can cut off the connection between water and illness and ultimately live healthier, more productive lives. Volunteers work side-by-side with community members as well as with our in-country project technicians in all aspects of the water system's construction while learning about its design, functionality, and long-term sustainability. On Public Health Brigades, volunteers develop sustainable health solutions and establish a standard of health quality by emphasizing prevention and education. The Public Health Program achieves this goal by implementing in-home infrastructure projects, providing health education, and engaging community members. Each Public Health Brigade will work with individual families, local schools, and community leaders with a focus on holistic and preventative health measures on both an individual and community-wide scale.

Volunteer Goals

Program Goal: $0.00 / Airfare Goal: $0.00

Anonymous donated $34

May 06, 2015 08:04 AM

Linda Ruan donated $350

Apr 29, 2015 10:04 AM

Inez DeJesus donated $25

Saying "Love you!"

Apr 27, 2015 05:43 PM

Christopher De Jesus donated $200

Saying "From Sandra Irtubides and Judy Wilson"

Apr 27, 2015 05:05 PM

Christopher De Jesus donated $200

Apr 27, 2015 04:59 PM

Benjamin DeGraffinried donated $100

Apr 27, 2015 04:29 PM

Patyricia Mazzuca donated $25

Saying "Christina, best of luck with this project. As a former Temple grad, I am proud of the work you are doing. Pat Mazzuca-Trenton Principal"

Apr 27, 2015 02:32 PM

Denise Holguin donated $20

Apr 24, 2015 03:43 PM

Amanda Nguyen donated $93

Apr 15, 2015 10:04 PM

Christina DeGraffinried donated $25

Mar 15, 2015 08:22 PM

Christopher DeJesus donated $100

Mar 15, 2015 07:08 PM

Elvia Salcedo donated $20

Jan 22, 2015 08:08 AM

Edward Ramirez donated $100

Jan 12, 2015 04:32 AM

Betty Salcedo donated $20

Saying "wishing you the best!!!!
Betty"

Jan 11, 2015 11:43 AM

Christina DeGraffinried donated $250

Jan 09, 2015 09:22 AM

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