Hi gorgeous people! Thank you so much for taking the time to read my story. My name is Aistė (Kamilė Kniūkštaitė is raising funds on my behalf), and I’m raising funds to cover my first-year tuition for Creative Business at Breda University of Applied Sciences in the Netherlands. This opportunity would allow me to turn my passion for creating meaningful, motivational content into a real career.

My journey here

I’ve been pursuing my dream of making an impact on people’s lives and turning it into a career for more than two years now. Over that time, I have reached over 10,000 followers on Instagram and over 1,000 on TikTok, and I’ve started working with brands to expand my knowledge on social media marketing.

I started posting videos online as a way to try something new, but one day a classmate came up to me and said, “Your video got me to get up and do my work.” At that exact moment I realized that I can actually make a real impact on people’s lives. I want to motivate them to create a life they’re excited and thrilled to wake up to every single day, I want to encourage others not to give up, I want them to simply believe in themselves and take action on that belief. That is why I want to deepen my knowledge in this field by studying in the Netherlands. I have found the perfect study program (Creative Business) in Breda University of Applied Sciences.

Why BUas?

After extensive research, I chose the Creative Business program at Breda University of Applied Sciences because:

* The program has been ranked #1 in the Netherlands for 12 consecutive years;

* It focuses on creative entrepreneurship, media, and digital business;

* BUas offers Startup Support, helping students launch real businesses while studying.

This program would give me the skills to not only create content - but to build a sustainable business that inspires discipline, growth, and consistency in others.

Another important reason for choosing BUas is the opportunity to study abroad. I believe this experience will open doors to new opportunities, meaningful connections, and personal growth far beyond my comfort zone.

That is why I am asking to help fund my first year of studies.

Why I’m asking for support

Studying in the Netherlands is financially challenging. Student housing costs €500–€800 per month, and this program also includes an additional €1,000 program fee. I plan to work alongside my studies, but covering everything at once would be overwhelming. That’s why your support would help me focus on my education without constant financial stress.

How much I need

I’m asking for €3,650, which is the official statutory tuition fee for the 2026–2027 academic year. This would fully cover my first year of studies.

This amount would cover my entire first-year tuition, allowing me to focus on:

* My studies

* Building my creative and entrepreneurial skills while I support myself through work and cover my basic living expenses.

Thank you

Thank you so much for taking the time to read my story. I would be deeply grateful for any support that helps me turn this dream into reality. Every contribution, no matter the size, truly makes a difference.

If you’re unable to donate, simply sharing this page would mean the world to me!