Hello! My name is Janeth, and I’m a first-generation college student from San Luis, Arizona — a small border town where dreams often feel bigger than the opportunities around you.
Growing up, my hardworking immigrant parents taught me that education is the key to building a better future. They also taught me to embrace every opportunity to learn and grow — even when it feels scary.
Now, I have the chance to achieve something I've dreamed about since I was a little girl: studying abroad. This summer, I’ve been accepted into a life-changing program in Barcelona, Spain with the Institute for American Universities (IAU). I will be studying "Human Development in a Cultural Context," a course that directly prepares me for my future career as a pediatric travel nurse.
Why This Matters
This will be my first time ever traveling outside the United States — and if I go, I’ll be the first in my family to do so. Studying abroad isn’t just about seeing new places. It’s about pushing myself beyond my comfort zone, learning about healthcare practices around the world, and strengthening my ability to care for diverse communities.
As a future nurse, I want to break language barriers, foster trust with patients, and deliver compassionate care. Immersing myself in Spanish culture will help refine my bilingual communication skills and broaden my understanding of how different families and systems approach health.
Why I Need Your Help
Between covering my study abroad program, flights, meals, housing, and my upcoming nursing school costs, finances are tight. My family supports me as much as they can, but funding this experience on my own is a challenge.
That's why I'm asking for your support. Every donation — no matter the size — brings me one step closer to Barcelona. It brings me closer to fulfilling not only my dream but a future where I can give back to others as a nurse who sees, hears, and understands her patients deeply.
Where Your Donation Will Go:
Tuition and course fees
Housing with a host family
Flights to and from Spain
Meals and daily transportation
Health insurance and academic supplies
A Dream Within ReachThis summer represents a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to grow academically, personally, and professionally — before I enter the intense journey of nursing school. Your support means more than helping me travel; it means helping me bring compassion, cultural understanding, and resilience into my future career.
Thank you from the bottom of my heart for believing in me and my journey. ❤️
Even if you can’t donate, sharing this campaign with others means the world to me!