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At just 18 years old, Charlie began to seek funding for his burgeoning mission. He quickly learned that many affluent donors were passionate about supporting conservative initiatives on campuses. Capitalizing on his charisma and optimism, he attended fundraisers and cocktail parties to garner support for his cause, positioning himself as an advocate for conservatism at a time when traditional values were being challenged.
The social atmosphere within these gatherings shifted, as Charlie's efforts aligned with a growing concern among donors about the pervasive influence of leftist ideologies infiltrating higher education. As the "woke" movement began to gain traction in the early 2010s, his pledge to counteract it gained even more significance.