build community

Resistance runs on community. From mutual aid to feed our neighbors during a government shutdown, to showing up to vote for the school expansion or running towards whistles to chase ICE away, community is key to resilience and resistance.

Thrift Store Santa

Do your kids have more toys than space? If they still believe in Santa, tell them he’s embracing sustainability and wants lightly-used toys to refurbish before the holiday. Donate those toys now, to help parents struggling during the holidays.

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Holiday Planning

It isn’t too late to de-commercialize your holidays! Shift away from flashy events and gifts, toward meaningful memories, or add some mutual aid days to the busy calendar now! If it feels too late to make changes this year, lay the groundwork for edits next year.

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Cultural Calendaring

During Black History month, add a few dates important to the Black community to your calendar. Make sure important meetings don’t get scheduled on those dates, and post culturally-aware greetings for holidays or relevant education for historic dates. Become aware of the rhythms of other people’s lives.

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Holiday Gifts

Plan ahead to buy meaningful gifts that support the world we’re building. Visit craft or ethnic fairs for locally made items, or plan a gift of food treats for the person who already has everything. If it’s the thought that counts, put thought into gifting! Click through for inspiration.

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Potato Potluck

If you live in an area where a lot of neighbors are struggling — maybe you’re struggling — a baked potato potluck is an easy way to build community. If your neighbors are doing well, it’s a simple way to throw a party — pair it with a fundraiser or resistance-building activity.

It’s simple: bake enough potatoes for everyone and ask each guest to bring one topping. It’s one of the simplest ways to have a hearty meal with low cost and effort.

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Vote!

Help others vote

Voting is confusing, until you know how to do it. Help a first-time voter research issues and candidates, or offer rides to the polls for people who struggle with transportation.

Once a person votes, they are far more likely to vote again. Find your starfish, and help them vote!

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