Real Change exists today because readers just like you supported it yesterday, and — with your support today — we can ensure Real Change will be here tomorrow.
Here are six things you can do to make sure that it is. Mix and match to your heart’s desire!
1. Donate
Donate to Real Change so we can meet our “Stronger Together” Winter Fund Drive goal and keep our doors open through 2024. A little goes a long way!
Over 50% of our annual revenue comes from individual donors just like you. Not only are we stronger together, we are only strong because of your support.
Donate at bit.ly/RCtogether to support our last fund drive of 2023!
2. Venmo
Send some cash via Venmo to your local Real Change vendor to show some love for their hard work.
You might already be paying for your paper via Venmo, but did you know you can Venmo a Vendor, and even add tips, any time? When you send money to @Real-Change through the app, include a vendor’s name and badge number, and the funds will be added to their account the next day. Vendors keep track of how much they expect to see in their accounts; give someone a surprise tip and you might just make their day.
If you don’t know a vendor’s name or badge number, check out the online vendor map. Many vendors list their regular spot along with their information. It’s easy to support people in your community!
3. Volunteer
Join Real Change at our Pioneer Square offices or even remotely! Volunteer to support vendors in our Vendor Center, feed our community or support the production of our newspaper. Visit bit.ly/vol-for-RC to learn more about opportunities and next steps!
4. Hire
Hire a speaker from the Lived Experience Speakers Bureau (LESB) to tell their story and bust myths around homelessness — a great opportunity for schools, offices and community organizations of all kinds. LESB members are individuals who are currently or formerly homeless. You can directly support someone while also giving them space to share their personal story.
5. Share
Tell your friends, family and colleagues about Real Change. Invite them to join our community of creating a more just, caring and inclusive Seattle region for all. Go ahead, we’ll wait.
6. Donate to Real Change!
I know, we said that already, but changing the world costs money, so ante up. We’re stronger together! Plus, ‘tis the season and all that.
Go to bit.ly/RCtogether to make your donation today.
Thank you for making Real Change possible, today and every day.
Read more of the Dec. 27, 2023–Jan. 2, 2024 issue.