My name is Kinsley Rodden. I am 15years old, and I compete in Olympic Style weightlifting. At the beginning of the year, I set a personal goal to qualify to represent the United States in the Pan American Games in Ecuador, South America. I trained hard all year, and in late June that dream became a reality based on my results/ranking at the Youth Nationals I competed at in Pittsburgh, PA. I'm one of about forty teens from around the country to have earned this honor to compete in these games. Being an athlete competing at this level requires an increased time and financial investment, beyond most typical sports. I'm reaching out to the community in an effort to help me bridge the gap on the financial need to compete in these Pan American Games. I'm currently working doing landscaping jobs, farm work, and pet sitting for people in the community, that I will use for travel costs and team gear. I realize there are a lot of people with serious needs in this world, but I would greatly appreciate any consideration to help me make this dream a reality. I'm excited for this trip and the opportunity to represent this great country.

Thank You,

Kinsley Rodden