Hi everyone,
Being drawn to the majestic volcanic peaks in the Pacific Northwest, 2024 has provided me with the opportunity to start my mountaineering journey. I have been training to climb Mount St. Helens, Mount Baker, Mount Adams and Glacier Peak this year and I am doing it in partnership with the non-profit organization ‘Asha for Education’.
Raised in an environment, and a family which always prioritized my education over their comfort, I have always been very aware of the privilege I grew up with. I feel very strongly about universal access to education, especially for the ones who are less fortunate. ‘Asha for Education’ is non-profit organization that provides basic education to underprivileged children throughout India. What’s unique about them is that they work at the grassroots level while operating very lean (volunteer-driven), with over 95% of the donations sent to groups in India. Asha for Education has consistently secured a 100% rating on Charity Navigator, a well-established database that evaluates non-profit organizations on the basis of transparency, accountability and financial parameters. Click here to learn more about the projects supported by the Asha Seattle chapter, all over India. The Asha Seattle chapter has very interesting and unique ways of raising funds, one of them being training enthusiasts for adventure activities like endurance biking, marathons, and iconic mountain climbs.
I have been training with Asha since March with the aim of becoming a stronger and better version of myself. My goal for my climbs is to raise funds and awareness for this charitable organization ‘Asha for Education’. Team Asha are a bunch of wonderful committed folks, volunteering their valuable time and knowledge for a charitable cause. Without their guidance, support and encouragement, this training wouldn’t have been possible.
This year, I aim to raise $1,900 (before company matching) for ‘Asha for Education’. I sincerely appreciate your help in reaching this goal. No amount is small – every cent of yours will go towards funding educational projects for the underprivileged in India. Additionally, I will match every dollar of total donations up to $1,900. My employer Intel will also match every dollar I donate. So, your donation will have a 3X impact.
Please reach out to us with any questions or concerns. Thank you for your time and your donation!
Shruti
Note that Asha is a registered 501(c) organization, and all donations are tax deductible.