Meet Sarah
Sarah is our summer intern and she’s making waves in the Clean Water Fight. Learn a little bit more about her passion for clean water!
Tell us a little bit about yourself:
My name is Sarah Kielly and I am 21 years old from Baxter, IA. I am a senior at Wartburg College and am majoring in Biology, Environmental Science, and Peace and Justice Studies. I have no idea what I want to do after graduation, but I know I want to have a job that helps people and the environment. My hobbies include reading, playing lacrosse, and browsing flea markets and thrift stores.
Why are you a Clean Water Fighter?
I am a Clean Water Fighter because I want clean water not only for my generation, but also for future generations. I want to keep the earth and species in it healthy!
How many Farmer’s Markets have you tabled so far?
I have tabled at two farmer’s markets, one in Cedar Falls and the other in Des Moines. Combined, we have gotten around 500 pledges!
How many markets will you table?
I will table at nine farmer’s markets this summer. Cities include Des Moines, Cedar Falls, Davenport, and Iowa City.
What do you enjoy about it?
I really enjoy seeing the support we have from Iowans and even out-of-staters. Not only do I tell them thank you for their support, they tell me, thank you for doing what you are doing. I feel like I am really working to make a change.
What is your most memorable story from tabling?
A guy walked up to me and didn’t say a word, just gestured that he wanted to sign. I told him what he was pledging for and he just nodded. When he got done, he looked me straight in the eye and said thank you for your hard work and fighting for all of us.
What would you tell someone to do if they want to fight for clean water in Iowa?
I would say check out Iowa CCI and get involved with our many Clean Water events!
Anything else you would like to share with our awesome members?T
hank you for your support and if you are interested in volunteering at a market or other event to help us collect 10,000 pledges by August just email or call me at sarah(at)iowacci.org, or 515.282.0484.