Help a USMC Veteran and a Teacher Recharge This Summer

David Castillo Start Date: May 20, 2025 - End Date: Jul 3, 2025
  • Denver, CO, United States of America
  • Estes Park, CO, United States of America
  • Colorado, United States of America

My Travel Story

by: David Castillo Start Date: May 20, 2025 - End Date: Jul 3, 2025
Help a Veteran and Teacher Recharge This Summer

Hi, my name is David Castillo, and I’m reaching out with a humble request. I’ve spent my adult life in service to others—as a US Marine Corps veteran and now as a public middle school teacher. Both careers have been rewarding beyond words, but they’ve also been physically and emotionally demanding.

This summer, I’m hoping to take a much-needed vacation—a chance to rest, reflect, and return recharged for the next school year. As many know, teachers often work second jobs just to get by, and vacation time can easily slip away due to financial strain. That’s why I’m turning to my community for support.

Your donation, no matter how small, will help cover travel and lodging expenses and make this trip possible. More than anything, it’s an investment in a teacher’s well-being—and a reminder that those who give their all for others deserve the chance to care for themselves too.

Thank you for considering supporting me. I appreciate you!


  • Denver, CO, United States of America
  • Estes Park, CO, United States of America
  • Colorado, United States of America