A Personal Challenge with a Purpose
Hi everyone,
This weekend, I’ll be roped up and taking on Mount Baker, a breathtaking 10,781-foot glaciated volcano in Washington. But this climb isn’t just about the challenge – it’s about creating change. I’m doing it in support of Asha for Education, a nonprofit that brings learning opportunities to children in India who need it most.
I was fortunate to grow up with access to a strong education. It opened doors and shaped my future. Sadly, millions of kids in India don’t have that same chance. That’s why I’m climbing with Team Asha, an inspiring group that combines endurance events with fundraising for grassroots educational projects.
I’ve been training hard – early hikes and plenty of sore legs. But what drives me isn’t just the summit – it’s the impact. Asha sends over 95% of every dollar straight to the field. Their work is efficient, transparent, and transformative – 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.
🎯 My goal: raise (at least) $1700 to support these amazing programs.
💥 Double your impact: I’ll personally match every dollar up to $1700
This climb is more than a personal milestone – it’s a chance to help kids unlock their potential and dream bigger. 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.
Please reach out to me with any questions or concerns. Thank you for your time and your donation!
Shruti
Note that Asha for Education is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit, and all donations are fully tax-deductible.
With your donation, please add the following comment – “Team Asha Climber 2025 Shruti Subramanian”. Thank you so much for your support!