Hello, my name is Alan. Since I was a little boy, many people have told me that I have a special talent for playing soccer. Thanks to my parents' efforts, my coaches' training, and my own hard work, I was able to join a soccer team in Tijuana, Mexico, where I continue to work hard pursuing my dream of one day becoming a professional soccer player.

Today, at 15 years old, that “one day” has come! I have been invited to travel to Brazil to compete for a contract with a professional team. This would be a very important step in my career and in my life.

To support my soccer career, my father works extra hours, my mother designs and manufactures crafts and artwork to sell at local markets, and I spend what extra time I have selling cookies my mother bakes to neighbors and friends.

Unfortunately, my parents and I do not have enough money to cover my travel expenses to these tryouts in Brazil. That is why I am turning to you. If you could support me in reaching this financial goal, I promise to give it my all and do my best to take advantage of this unique opportunity.

In advance, I thank you very much for your time and for any help you can provide me.