$1453. That’s the amount each one of these eighth graders is trying to raise to go to Washington, D.C. Not having much money to give to the cause, I contributed what I could, grabbing my camera and headed through the thick 8am fog to take portraits of each student. Later, we created a website with the photos and personal stories from the students about what it would mean to them to go to Washington, D.C.
I never been on a plane and I want to know what it’s like. Also, I want to meet new people and see how different their lives are.
I want to learn new things that I can share with people.
My family wants me to explore the world, to take in sights that I could never see until later on in my life.
I think I will become more involved in local politics after knowing what it’s about.
Right now my family is struggling with the economy and you have a chance to make a donation and make one of my dreams come true.
Help us create an unforgettable fun trip to Washington, D.C.
$1453 is a big number, but even $10 helps! Visit the UFSA DC Trip website to learn more about the trip and read more from each of the students. Then support them by making a donation through Close Up. ( Click Sponsor a School, select Middle School, and enter the School ID: SF109)
Love these photos in front of the Oakland mural and all their smiling faces!
Visit the UFSA DC Fundraising Website
Donate at Close Up
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just made a donation. thanks for sharing these beautiful photos.
Thanks so much, Ragini! It means a lot. Hope all is well with you these days!
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