Help Helen to Rio

Hi, my name is Helen Maroulis, and I'll be representing the United States in the 2016 Olympic Games in womens wrestling. Last week I moved one step closer to achieving my life-long dream of winning an Olympic gold medal by qualifying my weight class for the Rio Games. Now I am hoping that with your help I will be able to achieve the next step of my goal, which is to send my support system--made up of my amazing family and coaches--to Rio with me. While there is nothing I want and have worked for more than to win a gold medal for my country, I never once pictured this dream without having these people by my side to share it with. Nothing would mean more than to be able to look into the stands and see their smiles and tears of joy.
 I began wrestling when I was 7 years old and have committed the past 17 years of my life to striving for this one dream. None of my success would have been possible if not for the incredible family and coaches God has put in my life. They have dedicated all of their time, energy, and resources to helping me accomplish all that I have so far, and have been with me through this entire journey. Please help send them to Rio with me. 
Your donation will be used for travel, lodging, and ticket expenses only, and will be put to use immediately so that we can make arrangements as soon as possible. I cannot thank everyone enough for all your incredible support. This means the world to me and I hope to make you all proud in Rio!!!