Tucker Sears, Midlothian, TX: Community Problem Solver

In 2008, Tucker Sears was 12 years old and had 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.

For 2008, the students created a community awareness campaign for funds to support the safe drinking water projects around the world. Tucker learned about the Blue Planet Network 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!