Hello from Vicksburg, MS! I am Daylen Atkins, a 5th grader at Warrenton Elementary School. For the past few years, I have demonstrated leadership opportunities within my school. I have participated in the Leader in Me program, where I read to the younger class, and I enjoy it. I also enjoy playing football with the 3x champions Warren County Ravens.

Based on my academic achievements and demonstrated leadership potential, I am nominated to attend the Junior National Young Leaders Conference, an Envision by WorldStrides program held this summer 2022 in Washington, D.C.

My summer plans are coming together, and I am very excited to share them with you. I believe God has called me to go beyond the boundaries of being a great leader in my school and community, and this year, I will have an opportunity to live into that calling.

Now, here’s where you come in. A trip like this would not be possible without external support. My great desire is to have an extensive network of people supporting me through prayer and donations. I’ve started fundraising and have some creative ideas to get as many people involved as possible. Knowing that people support me from afar will encourage me when I encounter challenges. I’d love it if you could be a part of my support network! The best way to contribute financially is through cashApp at $TaraAllen12 for donations. You can give through my gofundme account (which I recommended) at Sending Daylen Atkins to Washington, D. C.

Thank you in advance for partnering with me on this adventure! I know it may be a sacrifice to support me financially, and I want you to know how much I appreciate it. I also want to be clear that your emotional and prayerful support means much more to me than any donation. I’d love to talk with you more about my trip or hear any creative ideas you might have for fundraising. Also, I invite you to visit JrNYLC.com for more details! I can’t wait to see what God continues to teach me through this opportunity. Thanks for being a part of it!