Richie Maceyra

I grew up in a small town, Lampasas, Texas, and was never far from any athletic sport being played. I enjoy meeting new people and learning new ways to further myself as a person and in the entertainment industry. I started my college career in theatre at Trinity Valley Community College and graduated with my Associate of Arts Degree and then transferred to the University of Texas at Arlington where I work to obtain my Bachelor of Science in Athletic Training. Upon receiving by B.S., I would then seek my M.S. in the same area and work to establish a foundation in my career. I have plans to move to California and seek out the adventure of auditions and casting calls, modeling and/or acting, as my dream is to star in a film or television series.
There are many ways one can aid the environment around them. For example, hand washing dishes and avoiding disposable silverware and dinnerware, avoid driving everywhere, planting or gardening, eating out less or simply recycling. Being a college student, I have the option of driving everywhere but instead I decide to put my body to work by riding my bicycle especially over the summer to work. I hand wash all my dishes and I oppose using the dishwasher and hardly use disposable items like paper towels for cleaning. Manual labor is better. I believe the most important activity that I have done has been planting trees, flowers, or bushes on my parent’s property. The results of planting have many effects such as more shade for the house which permits the reduction in air conditioning during the summer heat as well as making the air around the yard prone to being clean due to the release of plant oxygen and carbon dioxide absorption.

Tyrone Betters

Hello my name is Tyrone Betters. I am a 19 year old college student from Dallas, Texas. I am currently a sophomore at Georgia Southern University majoring in business management. I started my modeling career my freshmen year of college, when I tried out for a fashion show and liked it so much that I wanted to get better at modeling. Ever since then I have had numerous shoots, been in numerous shows, and now I am really making this my career choice. I want to be one of the best male models of my time period. I feel that I do have a lot to offer to the industry and I can be very successful. I also one day want to own various businesses. 

I wouldn’t call myself and environment freak, but I feel that in order to keep a clean environment you have to start with yourself. I make a habit to recycle all that can be. Whether it be soda cans, water bottles, cardboard boxes, if it can be recycled I recycle it. Georgia Southern has recycle bens all around the campus so there is no problem doing it. When I am walking and I see some paper or something on the ground, I take the initiative and pick it up and throw it away. I try to reframe from littering unless it’s like excess fruit or something because that can actually help the environment. I understand that industry has also been going green, so it would be a good idea to have shoots that support the green movement.

iPhone App: Real Tree

Much as the name implies, this app plants a real tree in one of twelve countries facing deforestation. Lest you get confused (like some of the app’s reviewers) the point is not the the app itself, which simply shows a growing tree animation. Instead it’s created to give iPhone users an easy way to donate, simply by buying the app. If you’d like to learn more check out Mokugift. Their site allows you to virtually gift a tree to a friend. (cost 0.99)

Colbi Bruce

My name is Colbi Bruce. I was born and raised in a small town just outside Austin, TX. I am a PFTA certified personal trainer, nutritional guidance counselor and work as a fitness instructor for Corporate Fitness Revolution. I have always been interested in fitness and reaching my body’s physical potential, but just recently entered into the world of fitness modeling. I really see the environment as a gift to humanity for sustenance and intrinsic beauty.  I also believe that it is our responsibility to maintain and protect this precious gift with which we have been blessed.

I’m an active member of several environmental groups, and charity organizations. I love volunteering my time to pick up litter on our Texas highways, plant new trees and voicing my views on the importance of respecting our environment. In addition, I also make smart choices in my everyday life pertaining to efficient use of environmental resources. These include taking short showers instead of baths, re-purposing previously used paper and plastic products, and car pooling whenever possible.

Daniel Sandoval

My name is Daniel Sandoval. I grew up in a small town in a very desolate part of West Texas. When I was seventeen I left the country life and moved to Dallas, TX. I now run a delivery company with my brother which has been in business for 7 years. I have been modeling for about 4 years now and I really enjoy it. It helps keeps me focused and it challenges me to stay in tip top shape. I can definitely see myself getting more involved with the modeling industry if there are opportunities. My hobbies are composing and writing original music, playing the guitar, running, working out and watching movies. I love my family very much and life my life to the fullest!
I’m also well aware and involved in protecting our environment. I do everything I possibly can to avoid using Styrofoam cups, plates or any single use items for that matter. I cook my own meals at home and use a glass plate. When I have my coffee in the morning I use a glass mug. My gym is less than a mile away from my place so I run to the gym and run back home. I do this so my car is not on the road releasing more carbon monoxide into the air; which is deadly by the way. If one person per household across the globe could make a minor contribution to protecting our environment, just imagine what a difference that could make.

Lance Winters

Lance is a relatively new model with stunning potential.  Modeling is not his ultimate goal, however.  "I want to finish school with a Doctorate and become a psychologist for teens.  My big dream is to be an actor, though.  Overall, I just want to be the best person I can be."   This model stays in shape doing both cardio and weight training.  He also plays the occasional game of golf, basketball or football.  If Lance doesn't get chosen for a particular job, he doesn't sweat the small stuff; rejection simply doesn't faze him.  "Rejection doesn't bother me.  I don't care what people think."  Admittedly, Lance hardly gets any time to relax, and when he does, he prefers to spend it sleeping.  However, he and his friends enjoy some downtime playing video games. 

Since Lance enjoys being outdoors playing various sports he strongly believes in a better environment.  He is glad to be part of this project to raise awareness about a better environment for us and our children.   Of course, he recycles as we all should and he is going to look at other ways he can participate in environmental projects this year.

Earth Song

The Michael Jackson tribute at the 2010 Grammy's was his Earth Song which is appropriate for our Project.
Help us Support the Earth by donating at least $1 to Plant A Billion.

Hasani Bryan

Originally from Chicago, IL and raised in Indiana, Hasani Bryan is a city boy who has always had an appreciation of nature and a general belief in the inherent good of humanity. Originally attending college with the intent of going on to medical school, he was moved midway through his academic career with the desire to entertain. While participating in a charity fashion show he developed a love of the fashion industry and became involved with various shows and campaigns.
Hasani moved to Dallas, TX after graduating from school to pursue a career in runway and commercial modeling. While in Dallas, he learned about the various ways in which the Earth has suffered from years of neglect. Knowing that every little bit helps, he lives an environmentally friendly lifestyle by shopping for organic foods, using cloth shopping bags and environmentally friendly products, carpooling when possible and supporting environmentally conscience projects and campaigns. Hasani Bryan's motto is that, "We have this one Earth, why not take care of it?" He currently splits his time between modeling and preparing to go back to school to become an Infectious Disease physician.  Watch his behind the scenes video on YouTube.

DONATE $1 TO SUPPORT THE NATURE PROJECT! 
Email Hasani at the Support Nature Project

Dakota Williams

Dakota Williams, a resident Texan, began contemplating a career in modeling at the age of eighteen.  When he’s not modeling, Dakota is a self-described night owl.  “I’m not up too much during the daytime.  I’ve been entertaining for almost a year now, so I’m pretty active at night.  This male model credits his family and friends as being his biggest source of inspiration as well as his support group.  “When anything bad happens, my friends are always there for me.  There’s never a lot of drama with us; I just have great friends.  Sometimes we get a little crazy.  We tend to exaggerate stuff and sometimes take things too far.”

Dakota is dedicated to the environment and recycles regularly.  He only shares rides with friends to work in order to save energy.  He wants to ensure his actions make a positive impact to our environment.  Watch his behind the scenes video on YouTube.

DONATE $1 TO SUPPORT THE NATURE PROJECT! 
Email Dakota at the Support Nature Project

iPhone App: Good Guide

Let’s say one of your goals is that you’d like to make a difference. You walk into the grocery store and try to figure out what to buy, but you can’t tell which products are the most “green.” Are any of them actually better for the environment? Are they worth the extra price? Use Good Guide’s comprehensive database to figure out which products are best for your health, the environment, and society. This app even has a barcode scanner so you can quickly check out products before you buy them. Also, each product has not only a rating but a breakdown of why they were given that rating so you can make your own judgments.  (free app)