Dear Friends and Family,

As many of you know, I have been very involved in an organization called Global
Medical Brigades for the last few years. We are a student-led, non-profit
organization that is preparing to send a group of medical professionals and
student volunteers to Ghana in June 2012. In Ghana, we will establish a medical
clinic in an underserved community and we will provide health care, medication,
and health-related information for community members who are in extreme need.
The brigade will provide my peers and me with the unique opportunity to work
closely with medical professionals and to gain an unforgettable experience
providing health care in a developing country. I am writing to you with the
hopes that you will be able to contribute to my goal of raising $2,000 to cover
my expenses (airfare and in-country costs) for the 10-day long brigade.
Although this sum seems daunting, I know I can achieve it with your help. Any
contribution is greatly appreciated!

Donations can be made directly into my brigade account on the following website:

http://www.empowered.org/Carly-Richardson

Donations made through this website are tax-deductible and a receipt will be
sent directly to your email after you have completed the donation.

If you would like more information about our organization or about our upcoming
brigade to Ghana, please visit the Global Brigades website
(www.globalbrigades.org). Thank you very much for your time and your
consideration!

Sincerely,
Carly Richardson