Thank you for visiting my fundraising page in support of the Juanita Fields Foundation (http://juanitafields.org). This will be the second time that I've participated in the BAPA - Ridge Run.  While I can't promise to break any records, I can promise to finish.  I'm not only doing this for myself, but I'm doing it to support the Juanita Fields Foundation, an organization founded in memory of my grandmother.  

A single mother of five, Juanita believed that education would be the great liberator for her children, giving them the potential to improve their status in life. So she told her children, her grandchildren and her great grandchildren that we could do anything we desired if we put our minds to it. Undaunted by her own economic limitations, she persuaded all of us to work to the best of our abilities in school. And she provided the love, moral support, and encouragement to make it happen.

Today, her family is a testament to her determination. Taking her message to heart, we now wish to share that indomitable spirit with others who may not have the resources to accomplish their life-long hopes and dreams. Through our work at the Juanita Fields Foundation we seek to help young people take life each day, one step at a time. We want them to know that they, too, can improve their circumstances and achieve their dreams. Please consider making a gift to the Juanita Fields Foundation. Together, we can make a difference.

Donating through this site is simple, fast and totally secure. It is also the most efficient way to make a contribution to my fundraising efforts. Many thanks for your support -- and don't forget to forward this to anyone who you think might want to donate too!