Inspirational Stories from Our Young Water Heroes

Redeemer Lutheran School, Redwood City, CA: Kid Power for Water!
Ms. Kinstler’s 3rd grade class chose Blue Planet Run as their community project this year. Their decision coincided with our 30-Mile Challenge to bring safe drinking water to schools in Tanzania! At the beginning of the project, parent Heathery Perry spoke with the class about the difficulties of a life without access to safe water and was surprised how well the students seemed to understand the issue.  The whole class pledged to participate in the 30-Mile Challenge. Each child wore pedometers at school and at the end of each day they turned them in to receive a sticker for each mile covered.  They tracked their miles at home and added this number to their total miles.  Miss Kinstler and our third graders ran/walked/cycled/scootered an impressive 596 miles and raised an amazing $2,330! WATCH THE KGO-TV NEWS REPORT  |  ORGANIZE A RUN

Parkland College, Champaign, IL:  Speaking Up for Safe Drinking Water
Every year, Dr. Johnston requires his students to present a persuasive speech on a charity organization. One student, 19 year old Samuel Wonsover, is interested in all things that help the world. A few years ago, he attended the Denver Peace Jam Conference where he learned about Blue Planet Run. "I really dig what you guys are doing so I decided to write my speech on it. We are fortunate in America. We have access to water in incredible amounts while some people do not have access at all. I appreciate my sink, water fountain, showers, dishwasher, pool, and water. I wrote the speech to get people to think about how fortunate we are and to help Blue Planet Run." After all the speeches were delivered, Dr. Johnston’s class voted for Blue Planet Run. The class donated $302! STUDENTS, HELP SPREAD THE WORD ABOUT THE GLOBAL WATER CRISIS

Menlo School, Atherton, CA:  Blue Planet Olympics To Spread The Safe Drinking Water Message
Sophomores Mary Nash and jon Jon Lam arranged for an assembly at Menlo School to teach fellow classmates about the global water crisis as part of their community service project. About 100 kids signed up to learn more. Many pledged to take the 30-Mile Challenge. In the meantime, the student government decided to celebrate by holding a Blue Planet Olympics on November 22nd.  It was an afternoon of fun and games to help tell even more people about the need for safe drinking water. GET CREATIVE FOR COMMUNITY SERVICE HOURS! EMAIL US

Perry High School, Canton, OH: Cross Country Service Project For Water
Coach Rob Mizicko shared information about Blue Planet Run with his cross-country team last August and the group decided to make their miles matter. The group believes they should be out training for more than just medals, trophies and recognition. They also run to help others. This year, the team raised $245 to bring safe drinking water to others! WHAT CAN YOUR SCHOOL DO TO SAVE LIVES? LET US KNOW & WE CAN HELP! EMAIL US

Tucker Sears, Midlothian, TX: Community Problem Solver
Tucker Sears is 12 years old and has been running for five years. According to his mom, Tucker is a compassionate child with big ideas to make the world a better place. Tucker is a member of The Community Problem Solvers through his school. Every year, the group chooses a community issue, in their area or beyond, and goes through an extensive problem solving process for the chosen issue.  The students create a community awareness campaign for funds to support the cause. Tucker learned about Blue Planet Run and became really excited to run for water. "I've always liked helping people and running is my sport.  Now I can do both at the same time." Tucker was able to raise $225 - that means he brought safe drinking water to at least 7 people! SHOW YOUR BLUE COLORS IN BPN GEAR

Lake-Monroe, Chicago, IL: Jackson's "Lemon-Aid" For Safe Drinking Water
Last summer Jackson, an 11year old, constructed a lemonade stand. Initially, profits were to go towards the coveted Nintendo DS. The surplus would be donated to a worthy organization. Jackson searched for the right organization and chose Blue Planet Run! He then decided to put 100% of his earnings towards providing safe water for children who live without this simple luxury. Jackson built an "eco-stand" made from re-purposed building materials and officially dubbed the name of his stand "Lemon-Aid"! Friends, family, and neighbors acknowledged the global drinking water crisis and gave even at a time when money is tight. Jackson’s “Lemon-Aid” stand raised $400 and highlighted the importance of humanitarian aid, sustainability, and good work for all of us. HELP CHILDREN IN YOUR LIFE BE ECO-CITIZENS WITH THESE GREAT BOOKS

$30 PROVIDES A LIFETIME OF SAFE DRINKING WATER.