Thank you for an Amazing Virtual Blue Marble Bash
Thank you from the FIUTS staff team!
We are grateful from the bottom of our hearts for the incredible support and generosity of our community! When we first decided to do our annual Blue Marble Bash fundraiser as a virtual event, we had no idea what to expect. We couldn’t be more thrilled that thanks to over 180 donors, FIUTS raised over $46,000 to support international understanding and intercultural connections.
As members of our community gave their gifts, many included notes about why they were donating - testimonials about how FIUTS has impacted their own lives and about why our mission matters to them. Here are just a few of the inspiring messages that we received:
“We wholeheartedly support FIUTS homestay program and community education work. We have lifelong friends around the world through hosting. FIUTS makes the world a better place!!” -Victor A. and Carolyn B.
“Participating in the homestay program when I first arrived in Seattle made all the difference. Being welcomed by a wonderful local family made me felt at home since day one.” -Marcia V.
“I did an internship at FIUTS 20 years ago and that's one of the most wonderful memory in my stay in the US.” -Hidenori Y.
“My time at FIUTS was life-altering and world-expanding.” -Mara P.
“Thank you FIUTS, for being such an integral part of my life in Seattle!! Some of my favourite people in the world today are friends I made through FIUTS.” -Shan James S.
“FIUTS was a HUGE part of me adjusting to life in a new country as a student. I remember the Wed HUB lunches, the College Inn nights and so many other fond memories!” -Abhishek K.
“I love you, FIUTS, and we need you now more than ever! Thanks for all you do.” -Lori C.
“I came to the US when I was 17 and was welcomed into the country with open arms. Now it's even more important to welcome international students and those immigrating into the US for the first time.” -Patrick R.
“It has been an honor connecting with international students and making them feel welcome over the last 35+ years. We have so much to learn & share with each other!” -Wendy O.
“FIUTS programs truly contribute to international understanding. The payoff for these investments in bright young students from across the globe lasts generations.” -Anirudh S.
While this continues to be a time of uncertainty for our organization and others worldwide, we are optimistic that with the support of our incredible global community, we will emerge stronger than ever. Thank you for helping us to create a more peaceful world. We’re all in this together.
Didn't have a chance to donate during the Bash? You can support FIUTS any time by making a gift or purchasing limited-edition FIUTS apparel.