Untold Stories of the Silent Generation
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Technology has fundamentally changed our society, but only the Silent Generation truly understands just how deep it goes.
Backers: 88
Average Pledge Per Backer: $58
Funded: $5,080 of $5,000
Dates: Aug 20th -> Sep 19th (30 days)
Project By: Veronica Kirin
Backers: 88
Average Pledge Per Backer: $58
Funded: $5,080 of $5,000
Dates: Aug 20th -> Sep 19th (30 days)
Project By: Veronica Kirin
$5,080
current pledge level
Last Updated: September 19 @ 20:04 -0400 GMT
101%
of goal
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Latest News
We did it!!! 
September 17th - via: kickstarter.com
And Kickstarter didn't even notify me. But there are two stretch goals and Alaska and Hawaii are waiting. Please make these last two days a final push toward those goals. (Read More)
Fantastic Blog Post about the Project!
September 16th - via: kickstarter.com
Check it out! This morning we were featured in the HerStry blog. Not only is this exciting, it features the first draft of the introduction for the BOOK! I can't wait for your feedback.... (Read More)
Kay McComb, 94, of Grand Rapids
September 15th - via: kickstarter.com
This is Kay. She's 94, living at Villa Maria in Grand Rapids. We found her on accident - I was looking for another Kay (who'd left us a rescheduling message too late). Turns out there are two Kays, both post-90, living there. This Kay... (Read More)
Let your voice be heard!
September 15th - via: kickstarter.com
You've made it clear you believe in this project - you backed it! With four days to go, let's make a roar so others know it, too. Use that smartphone to do a video selfie - state your name and why you think this project is important (a couple... (Read More)
Home Stretch
September 13th - via: kickstarter.com
We just passed the $4k mark, with six days to go. Remember this is all-or-nothing -- now is the time to share like crazy. To update you on the project: I've lined up interviews with two sets of twins in Detroit (77 and 95 respectively), an Über... (Read More)
New Hampshire!
September 11th - via: kickstarter.com
I was introduced, yesterday, to two gentlemen who live in New Hampshire and are WWII hobbyists. They have met many veterans, and have agreed to introduce me when I get there. So New Hampshire is now on the map! There are still some states... (Read More)
Iowa just hit the Map!
September 10th - via: kickstarter.com
Some of the middle states have been really hard for me to network to. I just don't have many friends living there. But today, a friend connected me to her 80 year old neighbor. Yay! (Read More)
Inside Scoop: Why Publish?
September 9th - via: kickstarter.com
I'm posting this video at 2pm, today, making you guys the first to see it! In this Inside Scoop video, I describe why I strongly believe that publishing this work is the best way to go. Make sure to 'subscribe' to the YouTube channel so you don't... (Read More)
We're a Staff Pick!!!
September 8th - via: kickstarter.com
I don't usually post two updates in one day, but... We're a Staff Pick!!! This means that the project has been liked by Kickstarter, and they find it so inspiring that they've earmarked it as one of the first projects to show on the home page and... (Read More)
Let's Talk Stretch Goals
September 8th - via: kickstarter.com
What are Stretch Goals?Stretch goals are additional levels of funding that provide the project with a greater ability to function (in this case, get to the islands and territories). In return for the extra sharing & promotional effort by the... (Read More)
We're a Nonprofit - what!?
September 5th - via: kickstarter.com
Last week I filed the papers to make Untold Stories a nonprofit - and we were approved!!! So much more is in the works. Get ready folks, this is getting serious. (Read More)
Halfway!!!
September 4th - via: kickstarter.com
We made it! Halfway funded at the halfway point. Whew! It's not over yet - keep hustlin'. Send the link out to your friends and tell them why you backed this project, and why they should, too. http://kck.st/1h14HWW We're only at 1/4 of the... (Read More)
Hawaii is now on the map!!!
September 2nd - via: kickstarter.com
I am so excited to say that Hawaii is now on the map!!! I got a yes today from the family. The caveat, however, is that we MUST be funded to at least $7500 in order to travel to these elders (the Native council in Alaska has also said yes).... (Read More)
Shelley Irwin Interview
September 1st - via: kickstarter.com
Just before the Launch Party, I spoke with Shelley Irwin on the WGVU morning show. I hate my voice, but am excited about the press. Here's the link: http://wgvunews.org/post/untold-stories-project Keep sharing the project! It's so important... (Read More)
Free Dinner!
August 31st - via: kickstarter.com
We're coming up on the halfway point. If the project isn't half funded by then, it will be really hard for the campaign to end successfully. Thus, I've decided to cook dinner Thursday evening for anyone who backs the project over the next four... (Read More)
Detroit
August 30th - via: kickstarter.com
This week I completed my 33rd interview. I also got a yes from TWINS in Detroit! My plan is to head that way in the coming weeks, so if you have anyone to nominate there, do so soon! (Read More)
More press!
August 28th - via: kickstarter.com
Yesterday the project was featured in Rapid Growth Media's Innovation News. The link is in the Press section of the project, and can also be viewed here: http://www.rapidgrowthmedia.com/innovationnews/0827untold.aspx Share the heck out of it!!! (Read More)
Meet Dot + new Inside Scoop
August 26th - via: kickstarter.com
Dot Hornsby is one of the coolest women I know (though I think that of most of the elders... ). Her husband died suddenly in the 90's. To cope, she took up flying. Today, she is 81 years old and continues to be a flight instructor and advocate... (Read More)
The entire state of California is on the map!
August 25th - via: kickstarter.com
I know that sounds lofty, so let me clarify. The School of Continuing Education out of Orange County is on board, and will refer elders throughout the state of California upon my approach. So, by saying the entire state, I mean I have access to... (Read More)
New Inside Scoop Video - Stories I'm Finding
August 24th - via: kickstarter.com
I was asked what kinds of stories I'm looking for. Really, I can't say, anymore - the people I've talked with have blown my socks off every time. There's no way for me to predict, anymore. In this video I speak to that, and talk about some of... (Read More)
We broke $1k! And put Philly on the map.
August 22nd - via: kickstarter.com
This morning I was pleasantly greeted by the campaign having broken $1k. That's a huge leap - 20% of the initial goal, 10% of the total. Thank you! Late yesterday afternoon I put Philadelphia on the map. A gentleman from Michigan happens to know... (Read More)
New Locations!
August 21st - via: kickstarter.com
Phoenix, AZ and Madison, WI just hit the map! If you haven't seen the map of people I will interview once I kick off the national journey, you should take a look: http://untoldstories.life/map (Read More)
Launch Party
August 20th - via: kickstarter.com
The launch party was phenomenal. We had three elders at the event, and seven amazing sponsors who made giving even more exciting! Thank you to everyone who leapt toward the prize so early! (Read More)
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