A Heartfelt Thank You to All My Donors

I am filled with gratitude as I reflect on the incredible journey I just completed – summiting Mt. Kilimanjaro! Thanks to your generous support, I was able to take on this once-in-a-lifetime challenge and push myself to new limits, both mentally and physically.

While I was unable to make the final trek to Uhuru Peak due to severe asthma, I am truly thankful for the strength my lungs and body provided to carry me through the grueling five-day hike. The moment I stood at the summit (Gilmans Point, 18,638 feet), surrounded by the breathtaking beauty of the mountain, was nothing short of majestic.

In a deeply personal gesture, I left a rock at the top of Kilimanjaro that my granddaughter had lovingly painted, and in return, I brought back one from the mountain for her— a piece of this amazing journey that only exists at the peak of this legendary mountain.

Beyond the summit, my time in Tanzania was nothing short of transformative. I had the privilege of visiting the fish market where this incredible dream was born and meeting the inspiring women who are now thriving through their entrepreneurial spirit. We were able to support women who have developed products using seaweed and helped clean up the beach and plant mangroves to support the local environment.

This journey has been so much more than just climbing a mountain—it’s been about making a tangible difference in the lives of the women of Tanzania. I feel incredibly lucky to have contributed to their mission and to have witnessed the power of community, hard work, and determination.

Thank you, from the bottom of my heart, for your support. Not only did you help me reach the top of Kilimanjaro, but you also enabled me to be part of something much greater than myself. This experience has been life-changing, and I’ve made friends for a lifetime along the way.

With deepest gratitude, 

Kelly