I've donated $260 to start things off -- if you help me surpass the $1500 goal, I'll double my donation :)

I feel incredibly fortunate for all that I have. I have an amazing family and wonderful friends. I am in an environment that constantly challenges me to grow, both intellectually and emotionally. I am healthy. And I am happy.

I find birthdays to be a great opportunity to reflect not just on my life, but also on the lives of many others. Imagine if you had no clean water. Imagine walking hours to the nearest river to collect water for your family -- water that's not even clean. Imagine giving that water to your kids.

This is (still) an unfortunate reality for 748 million people in developing countries, but we can make a difference in the global water crisis. I'm supporting charity: water to help build clean water projects for people in need.

Please help by donating on this page. 100% of the money raised will go directly towards water project costs, funding long-lasting clean water solutions for people in need. When the projects are finished, charity: water will show us the exact communities we’ve helped using photos and GPS coordinates.

Please join us and help give clean water!