Hello!
This Giving Tuesday, we need your help to make a big impact—we are working on securing a vehicle to better serve our community!
Why, you ask?
As y'all know, we’re working to make our programming as accessible and as stress-free as possible. A huge part of that is providing transportation support so that our members can easily take part in everything we offer. Whether it’s a carpool or a ride-share, we’ve been doing our best to keep people moving.
But here’s the thing: for some of our outdoor programs—like Black Folx Rock, where we take folks out to nature for a bit of fresh air and relaxation—we often venture an hour or more outside of the city. That means we’re asking our members to stretch their own vehicles to their limits, which isn’t always ideal, especially for those of us whose personal vehicles already have significant wear and tear.
And that’s not all. Our mutual aid runs with Black Mesa Resistance Camp involve traveling more than an hour outside of Phoenix up to Northern Arizona with rough terrain, where we deliver 1,500 to 3,000 pounds of food and supplies to those in need. It’s a big job, and we need a tough, reliable vehicle to help us get it done.
That’s why we’re hoping to purchase a used Toyota Landcruiser—a vehicle that’s built to handle rough roads and heavy loads, while also offering the space and comfort our programs need. We’ve already raised $4,000 through a benefit concert (thank you to everyone who attended and contributed!), but we still need between $4,000 and $9,000 to make this dream a reality.
So, we’re asking for your support this Giving Tuesday to help us close that gap. Every dollar counts and will bring us closer to our goal of getting a vehicle that will enhance our programming, reduce wear and tear on our community’s cars, and allow us to continue our important work with ease.
Your generosity can help us ensure that transportation is never a barrier to participating in our programs—whether it’s enjoying the beauty of nature or delivering essential aid to those in need. Together, we can make this happen!
Thank you for your continued support. We’re excited to reach this goal with your help!