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Gus and Elena's Pacific Crest Trail Trek

6180 from 66 donors 5326 goal met!

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What is the Pacific Crest Trail Campaign?
Gus Wimberger, 18, is an outdoor enthusiast who will be graduating from Foss High School in the spring. Elena Wimberger, 22, is an avid adventurer who will be earning her B.A. in Politics with a minor in Spanish from Willamette University this spring. Along the way they’ll be raising funds to support Etta Projects’ initiatives in Bolivia, empowering local communities.
How does it work?
Gus and Elena will be attempting to raise a goal amount of $5,326, (one dollar for each mile they hike) in order to fund and support projects, families and communities through Etta Projects.
Where does my money go?
100% of donations go to Etta Projects. You will be able to see directly where your money is put to use in the communities.
Why participate?
Help make Gus and Elena’s trek meaningful by changing lives of those in Bolivian communities!

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Thanks to...

May 15 Kena gave 25 for a donation toward an ecological composting latrine
May 10 Annette gave 50 for a donation toward an ecological composting latrine
Annette gave 50 for a donation toward an ecological composting latrine
May 9
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Robin gave 100 for a donation toward an ecological composting latrine
Karen gave 53 for a donation toward an ecological composting latrine
May 8
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Tracie gave 50 for a donation toward an ecological composting latrine
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Tracie gave 50 for a donation toward an ecological composting latrine
Kate gave 40 for a donation toward an ecological composting latrine
Priti gave 20 for a donation toward an ecological composting latrine
May 7 Fred & Trinka gave 200 for a donation toward an ecological composting latrine
May 6 Tracy gave 10 for a donation toward an ecological composting latrine
Apr 29 Brian gave 200 for a donation toward an ecological composting latrine
Christine gave 100 for a donation toward an ecological composting latrine
Katie gave 100 for a donation toward an ecological composting latrine
Apr 27 Debbie gave 65 for a contribution towards classroom hygiene
Debbie gave 65 for a contribution towards classroom hygiene
Apr 25 Fletcher gave 50 for a donation toward an ecological composting latrine
Apr 24 United Church gave 100 for a donation toward an ecological composting latrine
United Church gave 306 for a donation toward an ecological composting latrine
United Church gave 406 for a donation toward an ecological composting latrine
Apr 22 O'Loughlin gave 100 for a donation toward an ecological composting latrine
O'Loughlin gave 100 for a donation toward an ecological composting latrine
Apr 19 Carrie gave 50 for a donation toward an ecological composting latrine
Apr 18 Herbert/Irmgard gave 153 for a donation toward an ecological composting latrine
Apr 15 Steve gave 100 for a donation toward an ecological composting latrine
Apr 12 Jill gave 100 for a donation toward an ecological composting latrine
Apr 1 Marianne gave 50 for a donation toward an ecological composting latrine
Mar 28 Bonnie gave 50 for a donation toward an ecological composting latrine
Elena gave 20 for a donation toward an ecological composting latrine
Elena gave 20 for a donation toward an ecological composting latrine
Mar 27 Mary gave 50 for a donation toward an ecological composting latrine
Sue gave 50 for a donation toward an ecological composting latrine
Peter and Wynne gave 266 for a donation toward an ecological composting latrine
Gus gave 50 for a donation toward an ecological composting latrine
Gus gave 50 for a donation toward an ecological composting latrine
Pennye gave 45 for a donation toward an ecological composting latrine
Kevin and Tara gave 50 for a donation toward an ecological composting latrine
Kevin and Tara gave 476 for a donation toward an ecological composting latrine
Therese gave 20 for a donation toward an ecological composting latrine
Therese gave 1406 for a donation toward an ecological composting latrine
Jan 31 Carter gave 10 for a donation toward a school garden in a rural village
Carter gave 10 for a donation toward a school garden in a rural village

Promoting Community Transformation

Hiking for a Cause! Gus and Elena will hike from Mexico to Canada on the PCT to support Etta Projects and their work in rural villages in Bolivia. Please continue to check out their blog for regular updates of their journey.

Gus and Elena

Elena and Gus recognize the honor of having this experience. They want to make it something that is much bigger and more meaningful than just two young people trekking a great trail. On this trek they want to create understanding about daily issues in the developing world.

Their blog http://pctwimberger.wordpress.com/ will not only describe what it is like to live a nomadic hiking lifestyle, but also reflect on living without everyday comforts such as clean water, toilets, easily accessible food and nearby hospitals. They hope to put reflection into action through your donations that will directly support rural villages in Bolivia by implementing water, sanitation, health and nutrition programs. They chose to collaborate with Etta Projects because they agree with their philosophy of sustainable development – the conviction that local people know their needs best and that they also have the power to meet those needs.

Please take this next step with Elena and Gus by supporting their effort to alleviate poverty in rural Bolivia. Your generosity will help them raise $5,326 — one dollar for each mile of their excursion.

At this time, Gus, Elena and Etta Projects are funding sanitation programs. Help them construct eco latrines!

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Peter and Wynne 1018 11 donors
Tracie 100 2 donors
O'Loughlin 100 1 donor
Girl Pack 100 2 donors
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Elizabeth 50 1 donor
Annette 50 1 donor
Gus 50 1 donor
Elena 20 1 donor
Carter 20 1 donor
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Etta Projects’ mission is to partner with Bolivian communities to implement sustainable solutions to the challenges of poverty, while educating and inspiring North Americans to act for positive change.