I feel so blessed that as I approach my 30th birthday, there is nothing that I truly need. In contrast, there are well over 600 million people that are in need of clean water. Something so simple that we take for granted every day, is precious to millions around the world. Once I learned of charity: water, I knew right away this is something I wanted to be a part of going forward. By donating my 30th birthday, I am hoping to bring clean water to as many people as possible. I am setting a goal of $1,000, but I hope with your help, we can blow that number away.

So, to my friends, my family, and those that I have never met, I am asking that you help me celebrate my 30th birthday the best way I could ever imagine. Instead of buying me a gift, a card, or even a beer, please consider donating to this campaign. Anything you are able to give is a huge help.

100% of the money will be used to build clean water projects, and when they’re complete, charity: water will send us photos and GPS coordinates so we can see the exact community we helped! How cool is that?!

I have titled my campaign “Mike’s Dirty 30”. And, to keep up with the motto and add a little fun to the fundraising, I am giving each of you a vote for every dollar you donate (i.e. $10 = 10 votes). With your votes you can decide which of the following will happen to me at the conclusion of the campaign. You can cast your vote by commenting here on the campaign page.

1. Birthday cake smashed in my face
2. Doused in silly string
3. Bucket of mud dumped on me

None of this will be possible without your help, so I thank you from the bottom of my heart. I have a feeling that my 30th birthday will be my best one yet. Let’s get dirty.

Love,
Mike