You and I both know that our democracy is not self-executing. It depends on us as citizens to stand up for our core values, especially in challenging times like these. Every day, I’m inspired by the young people who participate in The Obama Foundation’s programs, who I see standing up every day, and applying themselves to the hard work of creating hope and making change. Take the inspiring members of our Leaders program, for example. Your generous support has helped train young leaders like Amanda Litman, who works to increase participation in public service, having identified over 200,000 millennials and Gen Z citizens who want to participate in local government, and Murat Akaydin, whose work at Generation Vote Education Fund has boosted civic participation among underrepresented groups like veterans and disenfranchised individuals. The Obama Foundation community is full of people just like them, who are ready for the challenges ahead, and motivated to create a better world. I know you’re one of those people, and now I need you to show it. Please, donate $25 today, to take part in our $100,000 matching gift challenge, and do your part to support the urgent work of The Obama Foundation. There has never been a more important moment to get involved. | 
