Support Mario Espinosa's Astronaut Dream
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My Name Is Mario Espinosa—A Christian Theologian, Space Dreamer, and MS Advocate on a Mission to the Stars
Since childhood, I’ve looked up at the stars with wonder, believing God placed that dream in my heart. That dream was ignited in second grade during a field trip to NASA’s Johnson Space Center, and later fanned into flame while working at Space Center Houston during its opening years.
Now, decades later, I’m answering the call—not just to explore space, but to inspire others through it.
My mission is called “Providence One” — a symbol of being guided by God, driven by discovery.
Why I’m Raising Funds
To pay for astronaut training opportunities which include:
- Spacesuit Training with CHaSE
- Zero-G Weightlessness Flight
- SCUBA and Neutral Buoyancy Certification
- High-G Flight and Space Physiology Programs
These are crucial steps toward becoming a citizen astronaut and fulfilling a dream I’ve carried for over 40 years.
But that’s not the whole story.
Why It Matters
This mission is about more than one man going to space.
It’s about:
- Inspiring the next generation of STEM students and dreamers
- Advocating for Multiple Sclerosis research in honor of my incredible wife
- Showing how science and the Christian faith can beautifully coexist
- Breaking barriers as a 50-year-old Mexican-American pursuing a dream late in life
- Proving that with God, nothing is impossible
I’m raising $75,000 to cover astronaut training and to take one step closer to flying onboard Blue Origin's New Shepard or similar commercial spacecraft.
Your support will directly fund:
- Astronaut training & certifications
- Space physiology research tools
- Equipment and mission prep
- Media and outreach to inspire others
- Application and preparation fees for spaceflight opportunities
How You’ll Be Part of the Journey
You won’t just be a donor—you’ll be a mission partner. You’ll receive:
- Behind-the-scenes updates from training
- Mission briefings and space science content
- Dedication of the flight to all supporters
- MS awareness advocacy content
- Educational videos, livestreams, and more
This is our mission—to show the world what faith, science, and hope can accomplish together.
Will You Join the Providence One Crew?
Please prayerfully consider partnering with me.
Whether it’s $5 or $5,000, every gift brings us closer to space and closer to showing the world that dreams, purpose, and calling never expire.
Let’s launch this mission together.
— Mario Espinosa
Christian Theologian | MS Advocate | Aspiring Astronaut
Mission Name: Providence One
Slogan: Guided and Driven by God, to Inspire, Explore, and Discover
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