Character Analysis: The Thirst Project

“Let your smile change the world, but don’t let the world change your smile.” This quote is not only inspirational but true. Connor Franta author, YouTuber, and entrepreneur said this. Connor has done many amazing things like write a book, create a lifestyle brand, and join up with an organization known as the Thirst Project. These are only some of the reasons that Connor is a hero. A hero doesn’t have to be physically strong or have superhuman powers, a hero can be an ordinary human that simply has courage and stands up for what they believe in or be passionate in what they do. Connor truly cares about people, whether it’s his friends, family, or a complete stranger he genuinely wants to help. This care for others inspired him to become part of the Thirst Project. The Thirst Project is an organization that provides safe drinking water to people in Africa. Connor realized that water was the start of many issues that villagers faced. In his book, Connor stated “If these people didn’t first have to walk all day to obtain water from a dirty stream, they could be working and their children could be getting an education. If they were able to drink safe water, they were less likely to get sick from a contaminated source.” Not only did Connor help tremendously with this project, he made more than $230,000 in thirty days. All it takes to do

But without YouTube Connor wouldn’t have been able to raise $230,000 in thirty days. Connor uses YouTube to inspire and encourage people to go out and do amazing things. He makes videos explaining himself and his projects, getting word out about Common culture, the Thirst Project, and also his book. His book, A Work In Progress, is a memoir. It explains his struggles in life and gives advice to the reader. Letting people know that it's okay to have insecurities and that you aren’t going to figure out who you are