Maryann has applied to attend US Performing Arts: Acting for the Camera at Stanford University this summer and is raising funds for her program fees. Can you help?
Maryann
Maryann
Interest:
Performing Arts
Grade:
10th
School:
Richmond High School
Location:
Richmond, CA
Successfully funded on May 4th, 2016!
Fully funded!
$1,650 raised
$0 to go
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Maryann
Maryann's Story

My passion is Acting.

I first discovered my passion for acting when I was five years old. The first time I actually performed on a stage in front of people was in middle school. Me and my fellow peers in Drama Club created a comical skit and performed it at our school rally. I remember that moment being filled with fear and anxiety up until I actually walked out on stage. When I heard the cheers of the crowd, the nervousness faded away and I immediately knew I had a passion for being in the spotlight.

I believe attending US Performing Arts : Acting for the Camera at Stanford University will help me explore my passion because of one of the many things that they promise to offer: making dreams reality. I've always dreamt of becoming an actress and I think this program will help me get deeper intuited with that dream.

Autumn
A Note from Mrs. Gray, Maryann's Mentor

"Participating in the US Performing Arts: Acting for the Camera would help Maryann hone her acting and production skills as well as further her passion of becoming an actress. She wants to become well rounded and knowledgeable about all aspects of her craft, which is why Maryann is enrolled in the Creative and Performing Arts Academy at her school. The opportunity to learn from a prestigious director and veteran actor is very special to Maryann. She looks forward to any opportunity to learn from professionals in her field of interest and is eager to apply what she learns. With proper coaching Maryann has the potential to become a confident and collaborative leader in the acting world. I believe she will add value to this program as well as benefit greatly from participating."

Campaign Activity
Maryann
Maryann posted an update
July 11
Thank you!

I had so much fun! I met a lot of great people and learned so much about myself as an actor, and as a person in general. I'm very grateful to everyone who donated. If it wasn't for you guys I wouldn't have been able to seize this wonderful opportunity. Words can not express how thankful I am (:

Me, on the balcony of the dorm at my program
Me, on the balcony of the dorm at my program
Also me, on the balcony of the dorm at my program
Also me, on the balcony of the dorm at my program
Maryann
Maryann posted an update
June 7
Thank you!

I wanted to thank everyone who's donated and supported me through this process. I am very grateful and honored that I get to attend this program this summer. I just wanted to say thank you once again, because I would not be allowed this amazing opportunity if it hadn't been for all your generous donations. I hope everyone who reads this has a wonderful day!

Success! Mrs. Gray helped Maryann raise $1,650
May 4
Linda and Vernon Whitmore donated $50
May 4

Congratulations and best to you in all your future endeavors

Joe Fisher donated $50
May 4

Supporting David and Autumn Gray in their efforts and I graduated Richmond High School years ago.

LaShonda White donated $25
May 4
Jan Mignone donated $25
May 4
KeriAnn Wells donated $25
May 4
Irene Perdomo donated $25
May 4
Rodney Goldsmith donated $26
May 4
Meleka Taylor donated $100
May 4

Hey Maryann,
I just wanted to encourage you to go out there and follow your dreams. Do what God made you to do and be happy doing it. There are always people out there with big hearts to help you. Life your life to the fullest and never regret anything you do or want to do. God bless. Meleka

Tashara Leak donated $25
May 4
Tierney Toussaint donated $25
May 4
Rosemary Corbin donated $50
May 4
Joshua & Elaina Genser donated $50
May 3
Paul Leonard donated $50
May 3
James Lyons donated $50
May 3
Cesar Zepeda donated $25
May 3
Genevieve Haydel donated $30
May 3
Heather Freeman donated $25
May 3

Best wishes on your future Maryann! You have an amazing mentor also!

Patrick Igbokwe donated $100
May 2

Best of luck Maryann!!

Danielle Nienaber donated $50
May 2

I wish her much success!!

Linda Love donated $50
May 2
Ellen Seskin donated $50
May 2

Go for your dream!!

Autumn Gray donated $50
May 2
US Performing Arts Camps
US Performing Arts Camps donated $495
April 6
Student Contribution donated $199
April 6
Autumn
Mrs. Gray started this campaign
April 6
Maryann
Maryann was accepted into Wishbone!
January 29