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.

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Tithe for Change

If you are a member of a religious organization (church, synagogue, etc.) call the office and ask how to connect with the program providing food to hungry people in your area. Volunteer or donate to that committee or group.

If your religious organization isn’t feeding hungry Americans, divert your usual contributions to a group that is. Tell them you’re doing this until SNAP is restored.

Tithe for Change Find Out How »

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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food aid

Snack stop

Do you run a mutual-aid or community-building space? Set up a temporary snack stop. Just clear a bookshelf or table and put out a bowl of healthy snacks for anyone who is hungry. It’s an easy way to help feed people who aren’t used to needing help.

Or convert a little free library into a pantry or snack-stop until the shutdown is resolved.

Snack stop Find Out How »

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Throw a fundraiser

Plan a party with a purpose. Charities do it all the time, and you can too! Plan a dinner with single-serve desserts and have an auction. Plan a bingo night with proceeds to the food bank.

Let people know what the plan is up-front, and enlist a friend to co-host.

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Adopt a family

The next in our “feed people” series, this entry takes a little more dedication. Inspired by a story about a woman posting on Buy Nothing! “I can afford to help a small family. One adult, and up to two children with basic supplies.” here are some tips on adoption a family.

Adopt a family Find Out How »

US flag pride

Flag Resistance

Battles over symbols matter. Furious efforts to brand the No Kings! rallies anti-American were countered by a strong presence of American flags in protest images. It’s time we reclaim the image of America as inclusive and constantly striving for greater fairness and justice.

Flag Resistance Find Out How »

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