My name is Michael Goodman, and I’m proud to say I’ve donated to Be the Change Earth Alliance. 
I’m 69. Climate change feels like my generation’s problem. And yet we’ve left our youth to deal with it. How better to solve this problem than by supporting them?
Let’s help our youth discuss these problems and consider how they can reshape our country to do better. I donated to Be the Change Earth Alliance because I think that without discussion and thought there can be no action. Be the Change helps youth come to grips with the climate crisis and discover how they can make a positive impact on our world.
I am the chairman and founder of the Tricity Group. We specialize in real estate development and mortgage lending in circumstances when banks might not - we aim to break the monopoly banks hold over lending. I manage The Ruth and Henry Goodman Fund for Social and Ecological Justice which supports progressive Canadian change-makers. Nobody has more tenacity and vision for creating change through education than Be the Change’s Creative Director, Maureen Jack-LaCroix!
Climate change should be a concern for everybody. My own attention to this crisis was piqued when watching the documentary Chasing Ice. The science proving climate change is undoubtable. And we know that human activity is to blame. We also know that if we don’t change our ways soon, we will have gigantic problems.
I have a 26-year-old son, and I want him to live in a good world. Even if we aren’t feeling any drastic effects yet in our region, we will soon.
Be the Change brings critical thinking, collaboration, and communication skills to combat climate change with their Youth for Climate Action resources. I hope you’ll join me in supporting Be the Change Earth Alliance as they aim is to make eco-social curriculum available in every BC secondary school. This work fosters citizens who are innovative and resilient in the face of climate change.
This blog is part of a Donor Story series and November fundraising campaign where BTCEA donors are sharing why they support Be the Change.
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Hi. Kim & Stuart here. We’re steadfast supporters of Be the Change Earth Alliance and Verity is the embodiment of why
we believe bringing eco-social education to our youth is so important. We want Verity to enjoy the same rejuvenating experiences in nature as we’ve enjoyed our whole lives...not wildfires, floods and millions of starving people all over the world.
We’re constantly looking for ways to reduce our carbon footprint: riding a bike to work, conserving energy and water, reducing waste, cutting way back on air travel and needless consumption. But we’re frustrated knowing this is just a drop in the bucket. We need critical mass - the population, business and industry need direction from government. Seeing politicians being non-responsive is maddening. We agree with Greta – politicians need to tell the truth to rally collective action. Seeing climate-aware youth in the street gives us renewed inspiration. This generation will soon be able to vote.
My name is Andrew Davidson, I’m an Investment Advisor based in Vancouver. 
To me, meaningful investment includes investing in combating the climate crisis. There is no clearer return than a clean and healthy world.
As with tackling many pressing issues, starting with education can be transformative. I encourage you to invest in Be the Change Earth Alliance because there really is no downside to investing in climate action and students.
Hi, I’m Suzanne Barois. I am pleased to have an opportunity to speak on behalf of Be the Change Earth Alliance and commend this grassroots organization for all the good work they do. 
My husband and I have attended BTCEA’s Annual General Meeting each year and have met most of the board members and staff. We have always been impressed with how much this small organization is able to do with the resources they have and inspired by the calibre of their work. The volunteers are enthusiastic, and the staff is highly motivated in their work with the teachers and students. I feel that every penny we invest in this organization is put to good use and much appreciated.
