Help me go to UArts Summer Institute!

My name is Ciara and my #1 passion has always been art. Whether that is doodles on the corners of assignments, fully rendered pieces, charcoals, paintings, or animations, art has always been a huge part of me. It's not only been my greatest passion, but also a comfort through difficult parts of my life, and I want to continue learning and expanding what I can do, especially in animation.

Which lead me to apply and be accepted to the UArts Summer Institute program in Philly for animation! A three-week course in July where they offer an amazing animation program and plenty of electives to choose from, and a chance to make a final project in the end. And I am so incredibly thankful for the opportunity to attend a program in college-- as a junior!

 However, despite a generous scholarship for tuition, I still need to cover for housing, as I don't reside in Philly and I don't have the chance to commute. Being limited to opportunities due to finances is a hard feeling, but I am determined to overcome the circumstances and do what I love, no matter where I stand. 

Any help is greatly appreciated, whether that be donations, words of encouragement, or spreading the word! Your donations will go towards my housing costs. Any extra money if any will go towards general costs for my stay, such as extra food, materials, transportation, etc.