"The significant problems we face cannot be solved at the same level of thinking we had when we created them." -Einstein

In other words, what we need are new perspectives and talent. Few places need this more than Guatemala, a country with the worst gender inequality in the hemisphere. Rosa, who recently became the woman to complete high school in her community, is ready to share her talents and insights. Rosa’s story demonstrates the power of persistence. She did not start first grade until she was 8. She then had to stop her studies again for 2 years during middle school when her family lost motivation to keep daughters in school.

Thanks to the crucial help of her U.S. sponsors (the Barker Family) and the Starfish mentor, Rosa persevered. Along the way, she has launched a summer school in her community to make sure that indigenous children (half of whom usually have to repeat the first grade) get a running start on school. Today, at age 22, she is a member of Starfish’s first graduates. In January she starts university.

Get Your Donation or Sponsorship Matched!

"Colorado Gives Day", December 6th, is a great time to renew your sponsorship* because your donation/sponsorship is partially matched by an incentive fund. Since the new school year begins in January, it's the perfect time to continue supporting a girl, and an easy way to make your sponsorship dollars go further.

$250-400 USD supports the partial scholarship of one girl, which provides immediate access to secondary school as well as many school related costs (uniforms, supplies, dues, transportation). Don't risk forgetting! Schedule your donation today for December 6th!

Once again, THANK YOU on behalf of the Starfish team, the girls and their families for making 2011 a great year.Your heartfelt commitment and support is changing lives One by One!

Evening in Evergreen 2011 was a great success and thanks to all of our sponsors and supporters we were able to raise money for girl's education while having fun. Check out more photos of the event here!

If you attended and would like to purchase copies of the photos taken by Wendy Schott, go to www.wendyschottphoto.com and click on client proofing, then enter "starfish". Email Wendy the number of the photo(s) you would like and send your check for $20 (each photo) to Starfish One by One, 32114 Deep Forest Road, Evergreen, CO 80439.

HOW YOU CAN HELP

• Holiday Gifts That Make a Difference
Make your holiday gift meaningful by donating a gift in the name of a friend or family member. Click here to make a Starfish One by One Impact Gift.

OTHER GIFT IDEAS

• Need a Stocking Stuffer?
Want to open a child's eyes to girls' education and Guatemala? Check out the new children's book from Starfish.

• Shop online or in person at Creator Mundi from November 27 to December 4. Use the "Starfish80439" code when purchasing and 15% of the proceeds benefit Starfish.

• Do your holiday grocery shopping at King Soopers/City Market/Kroger Foods and effortlessly donate 5% of your grocery bill. Contact us to find out how!