April Greene's Birthday Wish
I'm turning 23 on November 17!
This year I'm donating to a good cause: Jeannette Rankin Foundation
This is why I'm donating my birthday
This particular cause is something I really care about.
This is my cause
Jeannette Rankin Foundation
Mission: Helping women succeed through education
As their website (http://www.rankinfoundation.org/) states, the Jeannette Rankin Foundation is "dedicated to raising funds for, and awarding scholarships to, low-income women, ages 35 and older." Most scholarship recipients are from disadvantaged …Read More
As their website (http://www.rankinfoundation.org/) states, the Jeannette Rankin Foundation is "dedicated to raising funds for, and awarding scholarships to, low-income women, ages 35 and older." Most scholarship recipients are from disadvantaged backgrounds and are often survivors of domestic violence, drug and alcohol abuse, emotional disabilities, and other difficult circumstances. Many have started their collegiate experience at community colleges and are moving on to baccalaureate institutions to complete their bachelor's degrees. Founded in 1976, JRF is named in honor of America's first female member of Congress and one of our most distinguished peace and women's rights activists. More than 600 women have been able to attend college thanks to scholarships from JRF.
This is why I care
As Program Assistant with JRF, I've heard many of our scholars' stories first hand and am constantly amazed at their dedication and persistence. The women JRF serves are truly inspirational! Further, JRF's mission to help low-income women over 35 change their lives through education resonates me as a first generation college student from a low-income family.
This is what I'm asking of my friends
I'm asking for $23, or whatever you can afford!
I've raised $217 of my $200 goal...
Birthday Greetings
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April, thanks for sharing your special day with JRF! -
Its a little early, but have a Happy Birthday. Amber and I are happy to give and I hope you reach your goal. -
Happy Birthday April -- and many more! -
Birthdays are good for you. Statistics show that people who have the most live the longest! Have a happy birthday - and many more!! ~Theresa & Benjamin
