Olá! My name is Tiago dos Santos, and I'm a dedicated student from Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, hailing from a peripheral area where opportunities are often hard-won. My journey in education has always been fueled by relentless determination.
My path hasn't been easy: I know what it means to overcome obstacles. For years, I woke up at 4:30 AM just to get to school. I've worked tirelessly while studying, competed for highly competitive scholarships like the Garcia Family Foundation LES, and even successfully crowdfunded last year to secure my place at the innovative Minerva University.
I believe that greater challenges come with achieving more, but nothing will stop me! That relentless drive has brought me to an incredible new opportunity: a global experience in Japan with Minerva University. This program is a vital part of my unique curriculum, offering unparalleled cultural immersion and academic growth that will shape my future.
However, I need your help to get there. The cost of travel, accommodation, and program fees totals $3,000 USD. I'm already taking action locally by running a Brazilian raffle aiming to raise $1,000 (approx. R$5,000). Now, I'm reaching out to the international community to help me bridge the final gap of $2,000 USD.
Your contribution directly fuels the next critical step in my journey of overcoming barriers through education. By helping cover the costs of my Minerva University Global Experience in Japan, you're not just funding travel and program fees—you're investing in proven resilience, enabling vital cross-cultural learning essential for my future impact, and actively joining me in breaking the cycle of limited opportunity for students from peripheral backgrounds like mine in Rio. Every dollar brings me closer to this transformative academic milestone, demonstrating that global education is achievable and empowering me to build the skills and perspective needed to pay it forward. Your support is more than a donation; it's a powerful belief in my potential and a direct investment in a future leader shaped by diverse global experiences.
<aside> 📊 Funding Goal: $3000 USD
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Email: [email protected]
Social Media: tiagoemminerva on instagram
<aside> 💡 Updates and progress reports will be posted regularly on instagram to keep all contributors informed about the campaign development.
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