Help Zofia race at the European Championships 2024

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Given by 13 generous donors in 8 weeks

Help Zofia pay for travel to the European Championships and learn responsibility

Auckland

My name is Zofia Wells; recently, I was the first girl at the New Zealand Optimist nationals, earning me a spot to represent New Zealand sailing at the European Optimist Championships in Italy this year.

I've always set lofty goals and been fortunate enough to succeed at many of them. Last year, I set a goal and achieved victory at the Green Fleet nationals. This year, I've continued to push myself by aiming for a spot on a travelling team, which I exceeded.

I want to take responsibility for myself and my sport, empowering myself along the way. Instead of relying solely on my parents' support, I've taken it upon myself to raise funds to help with my travel expenses. I am learning lessons in fundraising and self-reliance.

I'm reaching out to you because I could use your support on this journey. Every donation, no matter how big or small, brings me one step closer to achieving my goals and realising my dreams.

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Zofia is my daughter

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What an experience! All finished in Italy  7 July 2024

Hi

Sorry I did not update you earlier, I underestimated how much spare time I would have while preparing and racing.

The European Championships are now complete, I managed to finish 7th out of 120 girls racing, much better than my expectations coming here.

The results are here: https://2024europeans.optiworld.org/en/default/races/race-resultsall I am especially proud of the race where I came 3rd, because I had the courage to take a risk, that paid off.

More important than the result, I have learnt a lot of things. Both about sailing, travelling, and managing myself during an event.

Again, thank you very much, for the support you gave me in having this unforgettable experience, I will never forget it.

Zofia

ps this picture is me crossing the finish line in the race I was third.

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Ellie
Ellie on 22 Jun 2024
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Mary
Mary on 20 Jun 2024
$160
Marion
Marion on 15 Jun 2024
$100
Petra
Petra on 10 Jun 2024
Ich bin so stolz auf dich Zofia und wunesche dir viel Erfolg und vor allem Spass bei dem Event. Alles liebe, Deine Omi
$100
Florentina & Lucette
Florentina & Lucette on 06 Jun 2024
Wahoo!!! Girls rule. Boys drool. Good luck!
$50

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This campaign started on 6 May 2024 and ended on 6 Jul 2024.