Hi Everyone!

I need your help. I have been invited on an Eco-Action Education program through Global Student Embassy to the beautiful country of Ecuador over spring break. While in Ecuador I will be helping and working with local communities and students on reforestation and habitat restoration projects, and I will be helping local schools develop organic gardens while engaging their community in sustainable practices.

If you know me at all you know that I am passionate about protecting wildlife and the environment. And you should know that opportunities like this are very important to me. I believe it is imperative that we all take time to remember that we are part of something much larger than us and that every decision we make has some kind of effect. We have to remember that we are all citizens of this planet and that we have the power to make positive change. But change doesn't happen over night, it begins with simple opportunities like this. Ones where you go out and explore new places, learn about new cultures, build meaningful relationships, become aware of the issues that effect local ecosystems, and make a positive impact.

So I ask you to please help me fund my trip. In a time like this with a new presidential administration that is likely to slow or stop the progress that our leading scientists have been making towards understanding and trying to find sustainable ways to slow the effects of Climate change, slow extinction rates, etc. it is important now than ever that you support the people fighting the good fight. Your contribution will show that you care about the future of the planet in which we rely on, and it will show that you support me in my endeavors to help make the world a better, cleaner, more sustainable place where we can continue to enjoy nature and the diverse species that we love.

Thank-you!