So I had my carwash last Saturday and I was very surprised to discover that most people don’t care to have their car washed. Maybe it was because it was October (even though it was in the 90s), or maybe it’s because it is Boise, but by the end of 5 hours we packed it up with $70 raised. Part of me was disappointed because I had a much bigger goal planned but the other part is grateful that I didn’t leave empty handed. Thank you for those of you that helped me out and came to get your car cleaned!
This week I’ve been calling around local mum and pop shops to see if I can get any donations for my silent auction in a few weeks. I’m slowly getting donations in, but I still have a long way to go! It seems that a lot of places have already given their quota for the year, and October is a little too late in the year to be asking. Big business’ are also a bad place to ask on short notice because you must go through their corporate offices to get anything. I’ll be doing quite a bit more calling the next couple of days to see if I can get anymore.
This week I talked to my support coach and she suggested some ways to fundraise and remind people of what I am doing. During this conversation I learned that in order to continue my journey on the January race, I need to have $800 in my account or in hand by the 15th (the day I leave for training camp). I wholeheartedly believe this is possible but I cannot do it alone. Please PLEASE help me reach this goal! Every little bit helps bring me closer to my goal!
My heart is in this Race but I have been feeling super discouraged since I have been back from Africa. I know this is where God wants me next year, and I know that when I am on this mission trip I will be stretched more than I ever thought was possible. I want that. I want to become a woman of God, I want Him to be know that I’m willing to put myself completely in His hands. So far, I’ve only received one donation towards this mission trip. But I am hopeful and prayerful that God will provide the funds that I need to take this spiritual journey.
