WATW President, Michael Lewis, DC
The idea for Write Around the World came to me while I was preparing for my ride around the world. I knew that the poverty I would encounter on my trip would have a profound effect on me, especially as it related to the children. I knew I would want to do something, but wasn’t sure I could do much. Pencils! I could send kids pencils! And now, after a lot of hard work, I have a great group of friends that are sending pencils (and so much more!) to kids I that I am meeting on my journey.

mike@writearoundtheworld.org

Erin Brandon, Vice President
Erin Brandon serves as Vice President of Write Around the World, and visited several preschools in Guatemala in May 2009. She not only has her degree in elementary and special education; but comes from a family full of educators and believes wholeheartedly that every child - no matter where they live - deserves an education. In her downtime, she can be found in the Ballard neighborhood of Seattle with her French Bulldog, Gomez.

erin@writearoundtheworld.org

Michelle Mestas, Director
I suppose I am the Midwest "Chapter" of Write Around the World's board. I live in Poplar Bluff, Missouri with my two beautiful daughters and my husband Clay. My focus with Write Around the World has been on importing handcrafted goods from Guatemala and organizing fundraising efforts here in the States. Buying the goods directly from the craftspeople helps keeps the women with their families and out of the labor-intensive coffee and cornfields. This way, the school supplies that are sent back to their children were a direct result of their talent and hard work. I am also proud to be Mike's sister.

michelle@writearoundtheworld.org

Debbie Barlay, Director
My involvement with Write Around the World happened so instantly. When asked to be a part of an organization that provides underprivileged kids with educational materials…no brainer. I live in Boston and enjoy singing, art, films and design. I look forward to one day traveling to one of the countries where WATW is making a difference!

debbie@writearoundtheworld.org

Amy Trulson, Director
I am involved with Write Around the World as an active board member, evangelist and party goer (school supply drives of course)! I also stay active with golf, squash, softball and swimming. I live in West Seattle where the sunsets never get old…

amy@writearoundtheworld.org