Fund Anabelle's first year at NAU

My name is Anabelle Smith, I am currently a high school senior and live in Southeastern Arizona. I will be graduating at the end of May 2025, and I am currently fundraising for my first year in college. I plan on getting my bachelor’s degree in Visual Communication with an emphasis in Animation. Art has always been a passion of mine, and I want to be able to express myself through it and share my talent with others. I was accepted to Northern Arizona University (NAU) and received the Lumberjack Scholarship because of my high GPA, which covers my tuition for the next 4 years. However, this scholarship doesn’t cover books, housing, food, or other hidden fees. I have applied to other scholarships and waiting to hear back from them. My goal is to raise enough money to help me my first year; after that, I am striving to become a Campus Living Community Assistant (CA) during my sophomore year and beyond, which will cover my housing and meal plan. I am planning on working while I attend college so that I can support myself in any way that I can. I have saved some money, so as of right now, I am only funding for my first year of college expenses for my housing and my meal plan. My housing is the lowest cost option, living in a dorm with 2 other people for $5,436/year, and my meal plan for $5,280/year. The total amount I need assistance with is $10,716. Any donation is much appreciated and won’t go unnoticed or to waste. I want to avoid getting any loans for my education. Thank you for your time and patience in reading the story of my plans for my future; I am excited for the next chapter of my life to unfold, and with your help, I can make that happen!