Aila Richardson

Fairfax CA

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In Equador we will be planting trees and collaborating with Spanish-speaking locals to refurbish the land and start new growth. Ecuador has one of the largest deforestation rates in South America, causing damage on soil and climate change. I want to make the most of the opportunities I have and by planting new trees we can volunteer to help the locals restore the land for the animals and the community.
I would like to ask you for your support to make my trip possible by donating to my Equador travel fund.
Thank you for your support!

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Drake Ecuador February Break 2017
  1. Affiliated Organization: Global Student Embassy
  2. High School and University Program: High Schools
  3. School: Drake
End Date: Feb 18, 2017 12:00 AM
Volunteer Activity Message

TRAVEL.
Traveling with GSE involves everything from visiting a native bird sanctuary to hiking along Ecuador’s beautiful coastline. Students enjoy authentic Ecuadorian cuisine and collaborate on local projects with their international peers.

LEARN.
GSE uses hands-on service-learning projects and cultural exchanges to provide students with life changing learning opportunities. Students develop ecological literacy and participate in grassroots international relations while building crucial 21st century skills such as communication and collaboration.

IMPACT.
Each year during exchange programs, students plant 5,000 native trees in La Punta Gorda Preserve. Students also work along side their Ecuadorian peers at Fanny de Baird High School to further develop their school garden. The garden provides produce for the school community and offers an interactive education on local food systems and organic farming.

GROW.
Plants aren’t the only things that grow! International travel facilitates profound transformation for students. Students leave the trip with a better understanding of different cultures and people, inspiring them to become change makers and leaders in their own community.

Volunteer Goals

Program Goal: $2,899.00 / Airfare Goal: $0.00

erika richardson donated $724

Jan 17, 2017 06:20 PM

Erika Richardson donated $1,000

Jan 17, 2017 06:18 PM

Byron Hatcher donated $30

Jan 10, 2017 05:42 AM

Patricia J Domingo donated $45

Dec 29, 2016 12:10 AM

Mai Magliocco donated $100

Dec 24, 2016 04:09 PM

Erika Richardson donated $274

Dec 02, 2016 06:58 PM

Dr Byron K Hatcher donated $20

Saying "Have a memorable trip!"

Nov 17, 2016 08:40 AM

Linda Thompson-Mills donated $75

Saying "For our Aila!"

Oct 11, 2016 05:02 PM

Satara Bixby donated $50

Saying "youre awesome Aila!"

Oct 08, 2016 07:57 AM

Patricia J. Domingo donated $27

Saying "Happy trails, Aila "

Oct 08, 2016 07:40 AM

Susanna fassberg donated $20

Oct 07, 2016 05:12 PM

dennis p schafer donated $100

Oct 07, 2016 03:53 PM

Dr Byron K Hatcher donated $20

Oct 07, 2016 01:26 PM

Madelyn D Montoya donated $20

Saying "Have a gorgeous experience, Aila!"

Oct 07, 2016 05:53 AM

Elizabeth bodle donated $50

Saying "Tristan went two years ago with Spanish and science kids from Drake..have an amazing time...eat Guinea pig?"

Oct 07, 2016 05:09 AM

Keith D Evans donated $25

Oct 06, 2016 11:24 PM

Anonymous donated $20

Oct 06, 2016 08:56 PM

erika richardson donated $298

Sep 17, 2016 09:07 PM

Aila Richardson donated $1

Sep 15, 2016 08:48 PM
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