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Kaerla's College Completion Countdown!

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Help our community band together so Kaerla can complete her countdown to college graduation THIS SPRING!

She's worked extremely hard, maintaining a cumulative GPA of 3.52, and earning all A's in her fall 2019 semester.  Her goal, to earn her BA in English Creative Writing and begin working on a college campus, is almost within reach.  She has one last semester of college, and is on track to graduate in May of 2020.

She's shown a HUGE commitment to achieving this goal, maintaining continuous enrollment and academic progress despite ongoing personal challenges, including the deaths of both parents, and the recent death of her beloved long-time partner.  

But she's run into a financial roadblock, and without financial help, will not be able to finish this achievement.  

During her time in college, she's supported so many - assisting with study groups, providing emotional support, connecting with alumnae visiting campus, and literally working on campus as a trained First Responder for the Fitness Center.  

She's been here for so many - let's pull together for her now.  Any amount will help, and your shares on social media will help as well! 

What are the parts of the goal?

$7,000 for tuition, needed ASAP so she can stay registered in her spring classes.

$2,000 for housing, also needed ASAP so that she doesn't start the semester by becoming homeless.

$9,000 for a semester of living expenses (including housing).  This would take her through June, providing a little time post-graduation to find a job and begin her next steps.  

What is SHE doing to achieve this goal?

She's utilizing multiple forms of financial aid, including scholarships, loans, and need-based aid - however, that aid has recently been reduced, just as she approaches the finish line!  She is also working an on-campus job to help cover her daily living expenses, while still attending school full-time.

What else can I do to help?

If you'd prefer to purchase something for her directly, you can find her Amazon Wish List for textbooks / school supplies here:  https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/1RLISHOVBVNIE?&sort=default&fbclid=IwAR17GsMXH_o46UXv2KW-s2bKNqRPrkzTElYokC14pSGADBJSbXdeCGlQdh4&pldnSite=1

If you're willing to hold a "Rent Party" for her, or other fundraising activity in-person, with your community, please message us!  

And finally, share this link on YOUR social media sites, and encourage folks you know to contribute.

Thank you!!

Organizer and beneficiary

Vala Burnett
Organizer
San Lorenzo, CA
Kaerla Fellows
Beneficiary

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