In celebration of 40 years on this beautiful planet Earth, I don't want presents. I need for nothing. Instead, I'm asking that you step up and help make a difference by helping provide access for those in need to something we take for granted every day - clean water.

Many of us have no idea what it's like to be thirsty. We have plenty of water to drink -- even the water in our toilets is clean!

But many people around the world don’t have that luxury. Every day, about 1,400 children die from diseases caused by unsafe water and poor sanitation. But it doesn’t have to be that way. There are simple solutions like drilled wells, spring protections and BioSand filters that help provide clean water to communities around the world.

I started this fundraising campaign to help charity: water build these types of projects around the world, and I'm looking for anyone who can help me.

I'm asking for everyone to donate what they can. I'm suggesting $40 for my 40 trips around the sun but even $1 would be appreciated.

The point is, everything helps. Community is what creates great things and your contribution is meaningful, regardless of the size.

100% of the money will be used to build clean water projects, and when they’re complete, charity: water will send us photos and GPS coordinates so we can see the exact community we helped.

I would have never thought I could accomplish something without the amazing people I know around me. Together, we can make a difference.

much love,
kris