Hi there, I’m going to be running a half marathon to raise money for Luke’s preschool, One World Project. As you may know, running is a relatively new thing for me, and I have never run a race before, certainly not a (half) marathon, but it’s for a very good cause so I’m giving it a go!
One World Project (OWP) has been a wonderful part of Luke’s life for over a year now, it’s his first school experience, a place where he has made great friends, and been cared for and challenged by amazing teachers who have taught him Spanish as well as fostered his creativity and emotional growth. We feel very lucky to be a part of it.
Because of the extra expense of all the precautions and measures the school has taken to keep everyone safe during Covid, as well as a deficit due to reduced funding for UPK at private facilities, OWP is in dire need of funds. If you have the means, please donate to help us reach our goal, and help keep this special place afloat. I appreciate anything you can give, and Luke does too. 🙂
On Saturday, March 21 we’ll be running or walking the Brooklyn Spring 5K, 10K a wonderful event that will allow all our team to pick the race that is best for them.
Friday, April 24 is La Vuelta. We’ll gather at One World Project and the kids (and some grownups) will run, walk or scoot along Vanderbilt, down East 4th, along Greenwood Avenue, and up East 3rd. After the loop, we’ll gather on the patio for a party with upcycled medals for all participants. In Spanish, la vuelta means loop, like the one we’ll do around the block. Vuelta also means return. If your children have grown and you are no longer part of our preschool or after school program please consider La Vuelta an invitation to return to OWP for a visit. We would love to see you!
On Sunday, April 26 we will join half marathoners for NYC Runs, an epic running journey. The route starts in North Brooklyn and winds around the waterfront taking you under the historic Williamsburg, Manhattan, and Brooklyn Bridges. From there, the route heads up the grand concourses of Fulton Street & Flatbush Avenue before passing through Grand Army Plaza and into historic brownstone Brooklyn. We will turn into Prospect Park at mile 10 to complete our 13.2 miles.
With love and care we have built a nurturing school and community center committed to learning. We want to sustain what makes One World Project so special and grow our scholarship fund and support our Universal PreK program so that OWP is accessible to more families. Together we are working to raise $50,000.
We truly appreciate anything you are able to give.
