2023 AAU Olympics: Send Me There

Hi! I'm Zuri Rivers, and I just finished fourth grade. I've got some super-duper exciting news - I'm going to the 2023 AAU Junior Olympics for track and field! So, here's what happened. This year, I started running and guess what? It felt amazing! When I first ran on the track, it was like something clicked. Running with other kids, cheering for each other, that's the best feeling. We're not just racing each other, we're all in this together! I have this dream - I want to be an Olympian. When I think about it, I can almost hear the cheers and see the finish line. It makes me want to run even faster! And guess what else? I think if I can do this, I can show other kids that they can chase their dreams too. All it takes is practice, determination, and maybe a good pair of running shoes! But here's the thing. I need a bit of help. Going to the Junior Olympics means I have to take a plane, stay in a hotel, and get rides to the stadium. Plus, there are everyday cost for my parents too. That's why I'm asking for your help. Any bit of support you can give will help me get to the Olympics and run my fastest ever! No amount is too small - it all helps and it means so, so much to me. I'm really excited about this big adventure and I hope you can join me on it. Let's cross the finish line together! Thank you, thank you, thank you for believing in me! Love, Zuri