We have received terrific feedback from our recent holiday appeal. Not a member of CT NOW? Didn’t recieve our holiday appeal? We’ve posted the letter below in case you’re interested in donating.
November 30, 2010
Dear CT NOW Supporter:
As we end yet another year of successful feminist activism in Connecticut we want to take time to thank you for your continued support. Our supporters give us the power to speak out about women’s issues and organize across the state.
Because of your support, CT NOW successfully organized our 2nd Annual Love Your Body 5K Run & Walk that was held on October 23, 2010. The goal of this event is to provide an empowering environment for women, men, girls and boys to celebrate who they are, just as they are.
The feedback from attendees was phenomenal. One attendee emailed us and said, “I ended up going to the race alone because a friend canceled, but I had so much fun, met such nice people and enjoyed a fantastic race. Thank you one and all for your hospitality and sending such a positive message to women!” Another attendee said, “My husband and I ran our first 5K’s this past weekend at your race. We wanted to thank you for fostering such a great atmosphere. It was very inspiring and we look forward to returning again next year.”
Please consider making a tax deductible contribution to the CT NOW Foundation to help us continue our work.
In addition to our 5K event, your support enabled the CT NOW Foundation to create a new program called Mission: Love Your Self. An educational program, Mission: Love Your Self’s goal is to fight back against unfair media standards that try desperately to inform how we see ourselves. Within the program there is a “Street Team” made up of activists of all ages and genders who participate in “guerilla style” activities – like leaving post-it notes with positive messages in public places. The program strives to encourage women & girls to love themselves intrinsically & holistically for the unique and beautiful individuals that they are.
Because of the positive response to Mission: Love Your Self and its Street Team, we have seen an increased interest in our enhanced website, www.now-ct.org. Mission: Love Your Self has also re-energized our blog, Say It, Sister as it serves as a support tool for the program. For information about any of the events or programs mentioned please visit our website.
Please consider making a tax deductible contribution to the CT NOW Foundation to help us continue organizing local events and actions that help make Connecticut a better place for women.
Thank you for your continued support of the CT NOW Foundation. We look forward to another year of great events and feminist activism!
Sincerely,
Jessica Fenner
President, CT NOW
P.S. To make a tax-deductible donation to the CT NOW Foundation, please send the form below and your check made out to “CT NOW Foundation”. If you would like to use your credit card to make a donation, please visit our website, www.now-ct.org.
Click for the Holiday Appeal 2010 Donation Form
