Howdy,

My name is Elias Mosby.  I am honored to have been awarded a scholarship to attend Camp Rising Sun.  Sponsored by the Louis August Jonas Foundation, Camp Rising Sun is a leadership camp for students from all over the world.

I'm a small-town Texas boy.  I am a student who enjoys learning.  I challenge myself to take all of the advanced classes that my school offers.  I am a multi-sport athlete.  I compete in Cross Country, Football, Power Lifting, and Track.  I am a Team Captain, District Champion, and State Qualifier.  I am Student Council President, elected by my peers.  I like each moment of my day, and I strive to find joy in everything I do.

In a world where we face challenges on a global level, I want to be part of the solution.  Camp Rising Sun is an awesome and unique experience that would allow me to engage with other teenagers who are actively working on leadership skills and who represent a global community.  I can't think of another way that I would be able to access such an experience.  

Time is scarce for an active high school student.  Before and after school, I have sports team practices.  In the evenings, I have homework.  On the weekends, I work for a local farmer (baling hay).  I have worked hard toward earning the money needed to make it to Camp Rising Sun this summer – but summer is coming quickly, time is running out, and I am falling short of funds.  

I am humbled to ask for contributions toward the cost of my plane ticket to camp.  I want you to know that any amount is appreciated, and will be paid forward in the future.  My ultimate goal is to work hard toward my future and create a life in which I will eventually have the means to contribute to a future student’s air travel to Camp Rising Sun.  I believe that this program helps to make the world a better place!

Thank you,

Elias Mosby