We live in an imperfect world. There will always be some form of tragedy, whether that be the result of natural disaster, human error, war, the list is long. I feel it is important to do what we can to help in the face of darkness and offer hope, even in some small way. If you can, consider donating to one of the funds I’ve listed below.
UKRAINIAN REFUGEES
Since the Russian invasion started on Feb. 24th, I have been watching in horror at the untold harm and violence happening to the Ukrainian people. This sort of evil is prominent throughout history and sadly a part of the human experience. It just shocks us when it becomes apart of our experience. Like many of you I’ve been glued to the news, feeling helpless as atrocities unfold before us. I’ve been slow to update this page and I apologize, but I needed my initial reaction of anger to subside before choosing funds to support. As much as I want Putin’s aggression to stop, I don’t want to escalate this conflict any further. Please join me in support of these funds and consider helping out however you can. The 3 funds linked below are the ones I am donating to and where I am donating proceeds of store sales.
SOCIAL INJUSTICE
Since the news of George Floyd’s murder and the subsequent protesting around the US and the world, I have been a loss for words. I felt (and continue to feel) woefully inadequate to speak to the systematic injustice African Americans live with every day. But I realize my silence would only condone the actions perpetrated against countless men and women for no other reason than the color of their skin. Join me in standing with people of color to fight systemic racism and militarized policing. If you have the means, show your support for organizers and activists doing the work on the ground. The three funds linked below are ones I personally support and have donated to (click the icons on the left).
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BAIL FUNDS
Donate here to aid protesters taken into custody make bail. The bail system, also woefully in need of reform, can prevent them from getting out of jail.
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JUSTICE REFORM
Donate here to aid in the fight for justice reform. Support groups that are working to actively change the behaviors and policies within our legal and law enforcement system to deliver more just and equitable outcomes.
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BLACK VOTES MATTER
Donate here to increase power in marginalized, predominantly Black communities. Effective voting allows a community to determine its own destiny.
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If you disagree or want to hit me with some #alllivesmatter nonsense (of course all lives matter, but right now Black lives are in danger and need help) I would kindly ask you to take your circuit board purchases elsewhere. I won’t be offended.
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