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Vincent Ali Start Date: Apr 10, 2025 - End Date: May 18, 2025
  • Cultural Exchange
  • Educational/Research Trip
  • Study/Degree Abroad

My Travel Story

by: Vincent Ali Start Date: Apr 10, 2025 - End Date: May 18, 2025
  • Cultural Exchange
  • Educational/Research Trip
  • Study/Degree Abroad
Dear Lovely Reader!  

I hope this message finds you well! My name is Vincent and I am a senior studying at the University Of Northern Iowa. I am an English Teaching Major and hope to teach High School English in my community. I am reaching out with an urgent request and a hopeful heart. I've been presented with an incredible opportunity to study abroad in France this Summer, a dream that promises to enrich my education and broaden my horizons. However, emergency financial challenges threaten to keep this dream just out of reach.

Recently, my car required unexpected repairs totaling $1,400 making it unable to be driven until it is repaired.  This squashed any hope I had of doordashing or ubering or saving anything for my plane tickets. With the program's hard deadline rapidly approaching on April 15th, I find myself in a difficult position: I need to raise $1,800 within the next five days to secure my participation. This is the cost of my tickets even when choosing the lowest options based on the instructions the program has given me. 

This is where I humbly ask for your support. By contributing to my campaign you're not just helping me purchase a plane ticket. You're investing in my future and the countless opportunities this experience will unlock. Every donation, no matter the size, brings me one step closer to turning this aspiration into reality.

Your generosity and support during this critical time are deeply appreciated. Thank you for considering my request and for being a part of my journey.

With heartfelt gratitude,

Vincent <3