Hello everyone! My name is Owen, and I’m in 8th grade. Next summer, I have an amazing opportunity to travel with my school to Spain, France, Monaco, and Italy. This trip is truly a once-in-a-lifetime chance for me to explore the world alongside my favorite history teacher, classmates, and other students from different cities.

I’ve always loved food, art, and music, and since I’m learning Spanish at school, I’m so excited to practice it in Madrid and Barcelona. I’ll get to see incredible places like the Royal Palace in Madrid, the Gothic Quarter in Barcelona, the French Riviera, Monaco’s palace, the colorful villages of Cinque Terre, and experience the art and fashion of Milan. This trip means so much because it connects to my biggest passions and lets me learn about history, culture, and language in a whole new way.

If you’re a family member or friend who usually gives me gifts for birthdays or holidays, I’d be so grateful if you’d consider supporting my trip instead. Any donation, big or small, will help me make this dream come true. Thank you so much for your support—it really means the world to me!

— Owen