IMPORTANT: Clarification on my fundrasing status for France

I am sorry, but it seems that I have not been communicating very clearly about my financial needs for studying abroad in France.

I have reached my financial goal for spending money only. This money is made up of my savings,  what I have earned from selling my cookies, and what I have earned by babysitting. It will cover the cost of clothes, school books, toiletries, bus tickets, and any other personal needs I may have while in France.

I have not, however,  raised all the necessary funds to partipate in the program. I am still very much in need of money to pay for air fares, a visa, and the services of CIEE, the organization that is finding me a host family and enrolling me in a school. Altogether, I will have to raise at least $7,000 if I receive the scholarship I applied for.

I would also like to let you know that while I am not officially accepted yet, CIEE's office in France is just sorting out the details of where I will stay. I have been told that I have a 99% chance of being officially accepted. The woman in the organization whom I have been in contact with has advised me to move forward as if I was already accepted and to apply for a visa. This means that I should also be trying to raise money so I will be ready to pay fees and buy plane tickets as soon as I hear of my official acceptance and the location in France where I will be living.

Yes, the amount of money I will need to fulfill my plans of studying abroad is staggering to me, but I know that with the support of others and the help of God, it is possible to raise the money needed. I am confident that if it is God's will for me to go to France, which I think is the case, then He will provide.

Thank you for your support- whether in prayer or in finances.