Travis Michael Flores (born April 7, 1991) is an American writer, activist, philanthropist, and internationally recognized motivational speaker. He is a published children's book author, and has written for several magazines and publications including "OUT," "UpWorthy," and "DoSomething," among many more. He has been featured in works such as Chicken Soup for the Soul, Reader's Digest: Selections, Charlie's Cancer Rescue and The Lemonade Stand. Flores has cystic fibrosis and has spoken very openly about it, having served as a spokesperson for various cystic fibrosis related organizations and fundraisers. He is very passionate about his charitable work with both the Make-A-Wish Foundation and the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation, and has donated a large percentage of his children's book proceeds