Help Makiah Become a Mars Commander

My journey to explore the extra-terrestrial has begun on Earth! Last year, I had the privilege to be a crew member at the Mars Desert Research Station (MDRS), a Mars-like analog in the Utah desert. Now, with experience, I plan to command my first mission this May with Mars Academy USA! I will be be with fellow members of the Texas A&M SEDS for MAU Crew 1123.
I've made financial sacrifices to make many of my personal space opportunities possible, from conferences to NASA tours and training. Since I have the responsibility as a commander, I need help with my expenses so I can support my crew with less financial burden. Expenses will go towards the fees for MAU, travel, and food before/after mission.