five new backers bring tgcp to $3,983. thank you.

Big thanks and cyber hugs are in order for The Global Citizen Project's five latest backers:

April Paffrath is a writer and editor who specializes in architecture, design, food, travel, science, crafts and more.

Lisa Bergren is the best-selling author of more than 30 books, with more than 1.5 million copies sold and primary Tweetster for The World Calls. You can follow Lisa on Twitter here.

James Connolly & Rachelle Escaravege

Greg Johnson is Seattle's famed Chef and Father, filmmaker and father of two. I wrote about his efforts to please picky young palates with tasty, healthy food in Relish last year. Read more about Greg here.

Thank you all, and every one of The Global Citizen Project's 50 wonderful backers for helping me reach the 20% funded point. 44 days to go. $3,983 towards the $20,000 goal. Please help me keep this steady pledge pace as I move closer towards the goal and my dream of volunteering with 12 community projects!