Carrie goes to Kenya....again!

That's right! 2025 will see me returning to Nairobi to serve with Yellow Rhino Ministries in a few capacities.

1) Social Media Manager: I've been running YRMs social media for awhile, and it is fun a rewarding, but a bit of a challenge when I'm not actually *in* Kenya. I'm hoping to be able to collect about a year's worth (or more!) of content, and I've also been tasked with creating a YRM yearbook of sorts.

2) VBS: One of my favorite events of the year, I'll be helping run VBS at the YRM house. I'm very excited!

Like last time in 2023, I won't be able to do this without your support. First in prayer, as it is a very long journey and I'll be working the day before my flight and only a day after I return. And I can't even drink coffee!

I am asking for monetary support, with a goal of $4000. This is lower than last time as my expenses will be lower. I'm hoping to again be able to give a sizable donation to YRM as well!

One special ask is a laptop for one of our college students. This is a much bigger purchase than most of the normal supplies to bring over, but if you are lead to donate specifically towards this ask, please let me know!

There is also an Amazon Gift Registry with some of the essentials I have been asked to bring over. Every little bit helps!

Thank you! And just like last time I'll bring you along for the ride right here on the blog ☺️

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