Fundraising is hard, and at times is a long process, but it makes it easier if you know exactly what your money is going to. I have done some research and have found out how AIM uses the donations for each participant.
I look at the price tag of this trip and it scares me, but I know that if that is where God wants me he will provide. I want to thank everyone who has donated, or bought t-shirts, every little bit helps. I know that I am going to have to work for this money, and that its not all going to come in on its own. I am willing to do whatever it takes to be fully funded!
Here is a breakdown of where AIM puts the money:
Training Camp: $340.34
Field Support: $680.68
WR Development Program: $2,042.04
Administration Fees: $2,892.89
World Racer: $11,061.05
As the chart says, 65% of my funds raised goes towards my own expenses. Here is another chart to break down my personal budget:
Intercontinental Travel: $4,977
Food: $1,438
Lodging: $2,102
Transportation: $1,217
Long Distance Travel & Misc. Supplies: $1,327
Also, while I do not leave until January, I do have certain deadlines that I have to meet in order to go, even with these deadlines, I am hoping to be fully funded by the time I launch in January:
September 23, 2016: $5,000
December 16, 2016: $10,000
February 28, 2017: $13,000
April 30, 2017: $17,017
I also understand that you may be uncomfortable donating because you may want to know where exactly your money is going to, or you don’t have the funds. Money is just one aspect of this trip, but Prayer is needed. I ask that you join with me in prayer.
Thank you!
All these are in US dollars.
Canadians tax receipts are not able to be obtained, I have looked into it, but was not able to make this possible. I am sorry for this inconvenience!
Love,
Quinn
