Trip to Washington DC by Shayne Trimbell (Events Coordinator for GO Give an Opportunity)

Sunday July 22, 2007

We left early in the morning for a day trip to Washington, D.C.  Our agenda was to meet people that could help to grow GO - Give an Opportunity, and to seek inspiration for what the future may hold in store.

With the weather on our side, and the sun giving off the perfect amount of heat we had a peaceful drive south.  Due to a navigational misunderstanding, we decided to take the scenic route into D.C. via Alexandria, VA.  Although slightly longer, our route took us right through the Washington Mall.  It proved to be a wonderful detour. 

Our first stop was in the Adam's Morgan district to meet friends Jennifer and Kurt.  As this was the first face to face meeting for all of us, slight apprehension was in the air prior to contact.  With smiles and hand shakes, we knew immediately things would go well.  We took a walking tour of this district known as a hot spot for the mid-twenties, we stopped for coffee at a popular cafe.  The name exscapes me.  The discussion was light.  Both Jennifer and Kurt work for the United Nations in a philantropic position.  Both have experience in organizing events and coordinating with groups.  The information ad discussion was very beneficial and certainly helpful to meet people of more experience.  Although we did not spend an extended time with Jennifer and Kurt, they shared enthusiasm for GO and are willing to help in any capacity they are suited.

Our day was far from over after our first social call.  Our afternoon brought us to Capital Hill where we met Robert.  Robert is a sponsor of one to the children in Argentina.  He met us carrying an Argentinean flag and greeted us incredibly welcoming.  Robert was kind enough to lead us on a tour of his favorite places in D.C. 

To list the sites we saw would take far too long, however Robert treated us to his favorite tapas restaurant, Jaleo; thank you Robert!  We ate and discussed.  Robert is a very nice person, friendly and hoping to be able to help a lot of children!   We enjoyed spending the afternoon with him and we hope to  stay  in contact.

At the close of the afternoon, we loaded back in to the car and began our trip north.  With a head full of newly forming ideas, and a long ride to discuss them, we agreed that this trip was beneficial to the development of GO.  It was a pleasure to spend the day in Washington, and we would certainly like to tell you more about it!