Big Ups to our Sponsors

Well, it’s about time we tip our lids to the wonderful individuals and family units that have made our journey possible.  Honestly, our appreciation for your support cannot be put into words…but we can easily throw it into a blog post!  Just yankin’ yer chain.  We’d wager that the internet itself doesn’t even have enough space to hold our gratitude–but heck, that’s not going to stop us from saying thank you and recognizing your support.

The Mclaughlin/Chen/Lawler/ Clans:

From lending Sam the bike he’ll be riding, to becoming a One Less Shirt outlet for friends and co-workers, to sending letters of support in the mail, Sam’s family has been monumental in getting our effort on its feet.  Carine will even be supporting us from afar, from our Baltimore home base, by  sending protein and power bars for post office pick ups across the country.

This is them (minus Aunt Ginna)

The Armenis:

The Armenis ‘aka’ The Endpoint. Matt and Melinda are our shining light at the end of the tunnel. They have supported us immensely over the past few weeks and have even planned a vacation around our trip. The plan is to meet us after we literally lose our minds in the rocky mountains (just to make sure we keep going). For you two are Gandalf and we are but mere hobbit folk (samwise and frodo of course).

Our San Diego family (Matt and Melinda)

The Fandels:

Paint was something we needed A LOT of in order to make 300 recycled t-shirts, and Hilary and Hank helped boost our return to about 900%.  Magical.  Just like the math I just did.  Of course, I can’t forget to mention their part in the transportation of grills for the barbecue fundraiser, the energy they spent arranging tables and chairs, and in making sure that we’ve thought of every little detail regarding the trip.  Put simply, you-da you-da best.

Hilary and Hank Fandel

Sarah Dawson:

Sarah, we’re sorry, but we’re afraid we must reveal the secret you’ve probably been trying to bury since early adulthood.  Ready? Brace yourselves.  Everyone, Sarah Dawson…is…Wonder Woman! *gasp*  Yes, we discussed it, voted, and it was unanimous: by a 2-0 vote, F&M’s suspicions have been confirmed.  Our beloved Director of the Wohlson Center for the Sustainable Environment is most certainly a super hero; she sponsored a BBQ fundraiser during which we raised over $400, flipped veggie-burgers in the rain, dodged Chiclet sized hail, and spent quality time with family and friends.

animal lover by day...

wonder woman by night….

The Simpson Family:

We’re still amazed at how sincerely and overwhelmingly generous the Simpson family is.  We’ve heard the magnitude of their kindness is actually considered illegal in 49 states, and are eternally grateful that they embrace their fast-paced life on the run.  Seriously, from donning us with precious knowledge from a man who has done it before, to helping us clean up/organize the fundraiser BBQ, to carting us around as we try to keep our lives in order, they have helped us through it all.

Last, but certainly not least, thanks to everyone who added another T-shirt to their collection by purchasing One (or more) Less Shirt!!  We couldn’t have done this without you!

As always, everyone, thanks for believing in us and 4 Walls!