Tarik

Here is a letter I received recently from a very talented young dancer I have known for many years. He has been in many of my shows and is an exceptional dancer. I have literally seen him grow up from a very small boy to now a very charming young teen.
He is a member of FBC , and Imanis' dream. To see him dance is a joy. In addition, I truly adore him .

I am helping him out and Im asking if I can get some help from you as well so we can send this young man to Mexico to dance.
PS He did not specify in his letter where to send the donations, so for now, if you see me in class, you can give to me and Ill make sure I get it to him.
If you dont think you will see me, here is the email address for his mom, Caprice -- imanisdream@yahoo.com
Thanks-- here is his letter
Love and Respect
Micaya


To my Friends and Family:

I, Tarik Rollerson, was recently accepted to participate as a dancer in the International Hip Hop Competition this summer in Mexico. This week long exchange consists of intense training and techniques. The International Hip Hop dancers are carefully interviewed and evaluated before their acceptance into the program, and I am honored to have been selected. I am excited to share my experience with my peers, family, and friends when I return. This experience will increase my understanding of the world and give me the opportunity to learn firsthand about new places and cultures. Such knowledge will help me become the best I can be.


I am currently asking my family and friends for financial sponsorship to help me with tuition, and I hope I can count on your support. In case you haven’t heard of the International Hip- Hop Competition, it is created and operated by Hip Hop International that first occurred in 2002. Countries that have participated in the past are: Italy, Mexico, France, Japan, Switzerland, Morocco, Philippines, United Kingdom, China, Canada, Germany, Australia, Ireland, Colombia, South Africa, Nigeria, New Zealand, Denmark, Spain, Russia, Portugal, Netherlands, Argentina, Brazil, Trinidad and Tobago, Poland and The United States of America.


The program tuition is $1000 which includes meals, transportation, accommodations, and recreational activities. I am asking 50 people to donate $20, or as much as you can spare to help me reach my goal. I have been back and forth from Los Angeles to Las Vegas for competitions but never have I been invited to such a great camp before! All your support has been greatly appreciated in the past and I thank you in advance for another great opportunity to travel.


My program tuition is due June 12, 2010, which does not give us much time. Please help me reach my goal sooner than later. Checks may be made payable to Melinda Armstrong. Your generous contribution would enable me to share in this wonderful opportunity. Thank you in advance for your gracious consideration and support.


Thankfully yours,


Tarik Rollerson