08/09/2023
Fear. I must not Fear. I was afraid the last time I did a crowdfunding campaign; this time, I am Filled with hope. Despite falling short of my goal in our last fundraiser, FutureNature/T3Photography remains committed to making the best use of the funds I did raise. I believe in transparency and accountability, and I want to take a moment to update everyone on how I utilized the resources I got from my first go-round.
Through my first campaign, I met folks who booked classes everywhere, from Alaska to Tennessee. I am thrilled to have connected with individuals passionate about exploring the beauty of the natural world and empowering them with the skills needed to become that one with nature and a true caretaker.
I find myself in a bit of a conundrum. Even though I have classes booked, I can't collect the money until I run them, and I will be out of funds before that happens. That's the nature of the beast of being an outdoor educator. You can't collect all the funds at once in case people need to cancel, so I only ask for a deposit upfront, with the rest due upon class completion. I didn't expect to have this many difficulties. A big thorn in my side is last June's social media hack. Because of that, I am banned from running ads, and I have yet to figure out how to regain my privileges. Thank you all for considering donating. Your funds will not be wasted. I believe deeply in what I do, and I've been working so hard that it's harming my health due to my chronic Lymes. I would be just as exhausted, even if I didn't have it. I am one person trying to run two businesses, and my goal is to make a better world and a brighter future for all beings and the Earth.
Much Love, Thanks, and Praises,
T3