How do we inspire our youth to have compassion for those in need?
How do we create a better world for our next generation?
How do we build unity among cultures?
To combat the bombardment of negative media, it's critical that we provide empowering, uplifting, inspiring true stories for youth.
Today, youth suicide is the second leading cause of death. What can we do?
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We can demonstrate how to be kind through words, actions and stories.
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We can guide our next generation to have hope, belief and faith in a better world.
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We can bring positive true stories into the world.
To make a difference, you can become a sponsor for this inspirational children's picture book...
ADVENTURES IN ECUADOR: Diary of a Volunteer.
Imagine going off to another country to help children in need.
This story takes you along with us from start to finish.
My husband, Joel served as the volunteer dentist; I was the musical entertainer and Andrew became the tooth-brushing teacher.
It was an adventure beyond anything we could have imagined! As a reader, you'll get to experience every step of our journey.
You'll vicariously visit places where no tourists have gone before.
And you'll recognize the joy in volunteering.
This book also shines a light on the nonprofit, Causes For Change International, founded by Zully Alvarado. In the closing, you'll also learn about Zully's childhood as young girl with polio in Ecuador. She could have died. Luckily, she was rescued by a priest, and sent to the United States for healthcare. When Zully healed, she resolved to make a difference to those in both Ecuador and the United States. And she has!
Listen to her words: Zully's Story
As Zully says, "It Starts With One. Each one of us makes a difference.
With your help, we'll cover our publishing costs, inspire youth and serve as a resource for those with disabilities. Ultimately, we'd like to create a series of empowering books for youth.
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Here's another interview from volunteer Michelle Christian Corp, an international yoga teacher.
My Vision
Let's encourage children to believe in themselves.To understand the joy of giving. To be compassionate.
Let's create a positive ripple effect as we share stories of kindness, caring, and acceptance.
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 |  |  |  | Andrew shines a flashlight overhead for Joel to do a dental extraction on a child. | At the Orphanage, Zully says "It starts with one!" | Andrew and another volunteer enjoy a break with his new friends. | Lynn plays with the children while they wait for their first dental experience. |
Our Budget:
* Illustration ........................................................................................................ $2,500
* Formatting ......................................................................................................... $ 500
* Cover Design ........................................................................................................ $300
* Marketing ............................................................................................................. $6,000
* Amazon setup & keywords............................................................................ $300
* Publishing & Printing............................................................................................ $ 900
TOTAL: $10,500
Thanks for all YOU do to make a difference!
Perks
Hot off the press!
Get the ebook version of, "Adventures In Ecuador" delivered via email. Thanks so much for being of support, and bringing this uplifting story into the world.
Thanks SO much!
I'm excited to send you a personally signed copy of my newest children's story, "Adventures In Ecuador," with illustrations by the expert artist, Sergio Drumond.
Be one of the first to read about Andrew's experience as a volunteer with his family in Ecuador. Journey with us from start to finish. Enjoy the moments that made this trip special.
I'm most grateful for your support!
I'm MOST grateful to you!
Here's a package of inspiring Difference Makers books!
You'll get:
- My children's ebook: "Social Justice: How You Can Make A Difference,"
- My best-selling, award-winning ebook, "Dancing With Tex: The Remarkable Friendship To Save The Whooping Cranes
- The signed paperback of "Adventures In Ecuador: Diary Of A Volunteer."
AND... I'll acknowledge you as a contributor in this book.
What's more, I'll send you three "Who I Am Makes A Difference" blue ribbons from our friends at the nonprofit, Blue Ribbons Worldwide.
Please take one ribbon for yourself, and I invite you to honor someone else with the second ribbon. Give that person an extra ribbon to pass on.
This ribbon has honored over 50 million lives worldwide in 12 languages, and it's a powerful tool to demonstrate how much you value someone.
You can also get ten more free blue ribbons by visiting: Blue Ribbons Worldwide.
Thanks so much for making a difference!
Thank you SO much for making a big difference to me!
You'll get:
My children's ebook: "Social Justice: How You Can Make A Difference"
My children's best-selling ebook, "Dancing with Tex: The Remarkable Friendship To Save The Whooping Cranes." (https://DancingWithTex.com)
THREE personally signed paperback copies of "Adventures In Ecuador: Diary Of A Volunteer."
AND...
Your name will be acknowledged in this book as a special contributor.
You'll receive three "Who I Am Makes A Difference" blue ribbons - for yourself and whoever you'd like to honor.
AND...
A personal 30-minute story strategy consultation to help YOU make a difference!
Looking forward to serving you!
You're such an amazing Difference Maker!
I'm SO grateful! You'll get all the items in the $150 package and more.
* TWO 60-minute "Ask Me Anything" Story Strategy Sessions.
Need help in your writing, on-camera presence, branding, videos, marketing or promotion? Looking for resources and connections? Let's talk!
* Compelling memoir in paperback: "Roland's Story: Inspired By A Stroke," published by Difference Makers Media, with my preface.
* Public recognition on Facebook, LinkedIn, Twitter & Instagram reaching thousands of followers.
* Your name, logo (and company name, if applicable) -- featured prominently in the acknowledgment section of our ADVENTURES IN ECUADOR book.
* Opportunity to meet and learn from Causes for Change Founder and Disabilities Expert, Zully Alvarado in a zoom conference meeting. Ask ANY question you have about how to create inclusive communities.
How grateful I am for your support in making this vision come true!
In addition to all the prior gifts, you'll receive:
* Personalized journal for you to write your dreams and goals.
* Signed paperback of "Roland's Story: Inspired By A Stroke, A Memoir of Hope, Healing & Transformation."
* Signed paperback of "Dancing With Tex: The Remarkable Friendship To Save The Whooping Cranes."
* Two 60-minute story strategy sessions with me.
* A 20-30 minute video interview about YOU -- your work -- your mission - what you're passionate about to make a difference. We'll also promote this interview on social media and to our colleagues at Wonderful Living TV. Your interview will be shown on Amazon Prime, Amazon Fire, Roku TV and Apple TV!
* An invitation to be treated to dinner at one of my favorite restaurants in Chicago's northern suburbs as my guest. (Travel and hotel expenses not included. Limited to the first 5 people)
* Your name, company name, website, and logo will be featured prominently in the acknowledgments section of this book.
(Incredible Value!)
THANK YOU SO MUCH!
You're an amazing Difference Maker!
Highlights
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Collaborators
Our Illustrator - Sergio Drumond. The amazing talent behind hundreds of children's picture books.
Sergio also illustrated my children's picture book, "Dancing With Tex: The Remarkable Friendship To Save The Whooping Cranes." You can learn more about him at: Sergio Drumond's Website.
Editor - Judith Gallagher
Spanish Editor - Zully Alvarado
Book Formatting - Ann Knipp
Marketing Support - Synervision Community
Website Consultant - Shannon Parish
Marketing Consultant - Joe Moore
Video Editing - Ernie Schubert
Behind the Scenes
Who am I?
I'm Lynn Sanders, an award-winning writer/author, Founder/President of Difference Makers Media and a Story Empowerment Coach.
How It All Happened
Writing has always been a part of my soul.
Scribbling poems on paper napkins... Serving as the news and feature editor in our school newspaper... Writing trade shows, commercials, and lyrics through a commercial music house, creating WGN-TV's promo, "Chicago's Very Own, Channel 9..." I love bringing stories to life. In 1985, I started a freelance writing business -- serving corporate clients from ACCO USA to Underwriters Labs.
Then the unexpected happened. At the end of 2004, my world turned upside down. Three major losses, including my beloved mom. A few years later, I had a near brush with death myself. I realized we only have so much time on earth. What legacy did I want to leave?
I shifted my focus towards helping cause-focused leaders, entrepreneurs, and nonprofit organizations craft, tell, and share their stories. I also captured family legacy stories. Exciting results happened. My company name became Difference Makers Media, reflecting an intention to make a bigger difference.
When Joel discovered Causes For Change International, our younger son Andrew and I immediately agreed to go. We had never volunteered together before. We rarely traveled internationally. Yet, I felt it would be an experience of a lifetime. And so it was! It was so gratifying that we participated over three different summers.
Naturally, I did publicity and sought out donations. My articles and photos were published. As a result of the publicity, Zully Alvarado, the founder of Causes For Change International received an award from Chicago's Women's Organization and was featured in Women's Day Magazine. She certainly deserved it.
Our outreach increased donations for medical supplies, toothbrushes, and stuffed animals . (The kids loved getting toys after their first-ever dental experiences. We received 1800 toys and each one was given out!)
I knew this adventure deserved more than local publicity.
That's what motivated me to write this book. I'd like to give every child the feeling of volunteering with us.
Through Adventures In Ecuador, you'll be given a timeless story that will touch your heart.
I never could have predicted the impact of our volunteering experience.
We traveled to remote villages, with no modern conveniences. We stayed in a simple hotel with no hot water. We worked in makeshift classrooms or outdoors, with no electricity. And it transformed our lives.
My husband, Joel, served as the volunteer dentist, tending to children who never saw a dental visit before. His work saved lives.
I worked as a musical entertainer in 90+ degree heat, distracting the children before their first-ever dental session. What a gift of joy we shared... simply by playing together!
Andrew taught the kids how to brush their teeth. They never had a toothbrush before.
On our trip, hundreds of people stood in long lines for hours to be seen and treated. We worked from morning to dusk, with just a break to devour our lunches. After the last child or family member was treated, we saw glorious sunsets across the sky.
We felt blessed to be there and make a difference.
Meet Zully Alvarado -- Our Amazing Leader!
We were led by a remarkable leader, Zully Alvarado, Founder/CEO of Causes for Change International. Zully is a woman of great courage, wisdom, love and compassion. You'll notice her beautiful smile.
After struggling with polio as a young child in Ecuador, Zully was pulled from her family and moved to the United States on her own, in order to receive life-saving healthcare. It was a tough time. Luckily, Zully survived and became highly educated.
Zully knew that no one should have to leave one's family and country for quality healthcare. That idea blossomed into her nonprofit, Causes For Change International. Her leadership provides guidance to companies who want to make our world more inclusive for those with disabilities.
Zully's motto is, "It Starts With One."
Each person matters.
And so do YOU!
Hot off the press!
Get the ebook version of, "Adventures In Ecuador" delivered via email. Thanks so much for being of support, and bringing this uplifting story into the world.
Thanks SO much!
I'm excited to send you a personally signed copy of my newest children's story, "Adventures In Ecuador," with illustrations by the expert artist, Sergio Drumond.
Be one of the first to read about Andrew's experience as a volunteer with his family in Ecuador. Journey with us from start to finish. Enjoy the moments that made this trip special.
I'm most grateful for your support!
I'm MOST grateful to you!
Here's a package of inspiring Difference Makers books!
You'll get:
- My children's ebook: "Social Justice: How You Can Make A Difference,"
- My best-selling, award-winning ebook, "Dancing With Tex: The Remarkable Friendship To Save The Whooping Cranes
- The signed paperback of "Adventures In Ecuador: Diary Of A Volunteer."
AND... I'll acknowledge you as a contributor in this book.
What's more, I'll send you three "Who I Am Makes A Difference" blue ribbons from our friends at the nonprofit, Blue Ribbons Worldwide.
Please take one ribbon for yourself, and I invite you to honor someone else with the second ribbon. Give that person an extra ribbon to pass on.
This ribbon has honored over 50 million lives worldwide in 12 languages, and it's a powerful tool to demonstrate how much you value someone.
You can also get ten more free blue ribbons by visiting: Blue Ribbons Worldwide.
Thanks so much for making a difference!
Thank you SO much for making a big difference to me!
You'll get:
My children's ebook: "Social Justice: How You Can Make A Difference"
My children's best-selling ebook, "Dancing with Tex: The Remarkable Friendship To Save The Whooping Cranes." (https://DancingWithTex.com)
THREE personally signed paperback copies of "Adventures In Ecuador: Diary Of A Volunteer."
AND...
Your name will be acknowledged in this book as a special contributor.
You'll receive three "Who I Am Makes A Difference" blue ribbons - for yourself and whoever you'd like to honor.
AND...
A personal 30-minute story strategy consultation to help YOU make a difference!
Looking forward to serving you!
You're such an amazing Difference Maker!
I'm SO grateful! You'll get all the items in the $150 package and more.
* TWO 60-minute "Ask Me Anything" Story Strategy Sessions.
Need help in your writing, on-camera presence, branding, videos, marketing or promotion? Looking for resources and connections? Let's talk!
* Compelling memoir in paperback: "Roland's Story: Inspired By A Stroke," published by Difference Makers Media, with my preface.
* Public recognition on Facebook, LinkedIn, Twitter & Instagram reaching thousands of followers.
* Your name, logo (and company name, if applicable) -- featured prominently in the acknowledgment section of our ADVENTURES IN ECUADOR book.
* Opportunity to meet and learn from Causes for Change Founder and Disabilities Expert, Zully Alvarado in a zoom conference meeting. Ask ANY question you have about how to create inclusive communities.
How grateful I am for your support in making this vision come true!
In addition to all the prior gifts, you'll receive:
* Personalized journal for you to write your dreams and goals.
* Signed paperback of "Roland's Story: Inspired By A Stroke, A Memoir of Hope, Healing & Transformation."
* Signed paperback of "Dancing With Tex: The Remarkable Friendship To Save The Whooping Cranes."
* Two 60-minute story strategy sessions with me.
* A 20-30 minute video interview about YOU -- your work -- your mission - what you're passionate about to make a difference. We'll also promote this interview on social media and to our colleagues at Wonderful Living TV. Your interview will be shown on Amazon Prime, Amazon Fire, Roku TV and Apple TV!
* An invitation to be treated to dinner at one of my favorite restaurants in Chicago's northern suburbs as my guest. (Travel and hotel expenses not included. Limited to the first 5 people)
* Your name, company name, website, and logo will be featured prominently in the acknowledgments section of this book.
(Incredible Value!)
THANK YOU SO MUCH!
You're an amazing Difference Maker!
