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bluejaysandblackbats · 7 months ago

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Oracle of Jersey

Fandom: DC Comics, Batfam, Birds of Prey (Comics)

Summary: Barbara Gordon runs a podcast that results in six teenagers looking over a dead body.

Chapters: 1/?

Characters: Barbara Gordon, Dinah Lance, Renee Montoya, Charlotte Gage-Radcliffe, Lori Zechlin, Wendy White, Cassandra Cain, Stephanie Brown, Tim Drake, Ted Kord, Jean-Paul Valley, Dick Grayson, Helena Bertinelli, Zinda Blake

Relationship(s): TBA

Additional Tags: Mentor Barbara Gordon, No Powers AU, Podcast AU, Murder Mystery

Episode 1: Female Sleuths & Self-Defense

"Hello, Pythians. It's been a while. Today we'll be discussing some sensitive subject matter. This includes but is not limited to domestic violence, child abuse, grooming, and murder," Barbara's tone allowed a hint of personal sadness. Her voice was subtly disguised with a Mid-Atlantic accent. Her voice was mature and robust, but there was something sweet and feminine about her cadence. The lilt in her voice was unlike her natural speech, but it added to the bit, along with voice-altering software. Oracle was a character, and she had to stay that way. She took a breath to collect herself. "Today, I have a special guest. She is loud and proud... And she is fighting to elevate the voices of domestic violence survivors during Gotham's lockdown. Miss Dinah Lance. Dinah, can you take a moment to tell us about yourself and your organization?" Barbara leaned back away from the mic as she put Dinah on speaker.

"Hi, Oracle. Well, as you said, I'm Dinah Lance. I've been in Gotham most of my life, and this organization is near and dear to my heart. Black Canary is my mother's non-profit organization dedicated to survivors of domestic violence. It goes back to before I was born.

"My mother lived in a community filled with women in violent and unstable relationships. She quickly realized that most of these women didn't have the tools they needed to escape, let alone protect themselves. So, she took it upon herself to secretly offer free self-defense classes in her apartment. My mother knew this wasn't enough, but it was all she could do at the time.

"Fast forward a few years. My mother married my father and got pregnant with me, and she had to take a break from offering classes. To her surprise, her neighbors took over for her. They went on to teach their friends everything they learned. Eventually, this led to a connection with lawyers, doctors, and childcare workers... And from there, my mom founded the Black Canaries.

"I was fortunate to grow up with two loving and supportive parents, and I took it upon myself as soon as I was old enough to continue what my mother started. Since then, we've expanded to all victims of domestic violence. Not just women," Dinah replied. She was obviously passionate about her cause.

Barbara made a soft noise to acknowledge all she'd heard. "I wanted to take this time to tell the listeners your organization now operates online. I left a link in the description... But I also wanted to ask about a specific case that's gained traction in the media. I understand that you've taken a personal interest in the Anna Stanfield case... You've also expressed discomfort with the long-time trend of giving murder cases nicknames," Barbara paused, "After a message from our sponsors, we'll talk about that and how this case is different from anything the Black Canaries have dealt with this far." Barbara played an ad for Ted Kord's tech company.

During that time, Barbara took the opportunity to quietly thank Dinah for the interview. "I appreciate you coming on the show, Dinah. I wanted to ask you personally if you'd like to come back to talk next month for Mother's Day?" Barbara asked.

"I would love to," Dinah replied, "And thank you for allowing me the opportunity to talk about Anna Stanfield."

Barbara smiled to herself. "Of course. It's always a joy to have you on the show," Barbara replied, "We're back on air in five... Four... Three... Two... Welcome back, Pythians. Before the break, I asked Dinah how the Black Canaries have taken an interest in the Anna Stanfield case and her critique of the media buzz surrounding this cruel Gotham slaying."

"Right. For everyone unfamiliar with the case, Anna Stanfield was an eighteen-year-old girl from Gotham. Last month, she got married to a man seven years her senior, and at some point on the first night of her honeymoon, she was brutally beaten and ultimately smothered to death.

"The media's taken this as an opportunity to talk about the lack of knowledge about her past. Instead of putting forth the efforts and energy to spread information about the case, they've focused on dissecting this girl's life to blame her for her murder. Her husband, Eddie Stanfield, is seemingly missing and has been since the discovery of Anna's body. Few efforts are being made to find him despite his history of violence toward women... And instead of being treated like a suspect, they are searching for Eddie Stanfield as a potential victim... Despite all evidence pointing to the contrary.

"What makes this case different from anything the Black Canaries have ever dealt with is the type of case that this is. Black Canaries deals with survivors. This is the first time we've ever dealt with a murder case. We're all working to find Eddie Stanfield and bring him to justice, and there's a lot I can't say legally... But I can say that we've got a few leads we're checking out," Dinah explained.

"I know you said you can't talk about the investigation for legal reasons, so I wanted to hear what you had to say about the nicknaming of the Anna Stanfield case as the Honeymoon Murder," Barbara replied.

Dinah took a breath before speaking. "With all the media buzz for the case, people have forgotten that Anna was a living, breathing person. People view this case as a form of entertainment rather than an actual murder of a real human being.

"The media's done a terrible job of depicting Anna's humanity. They've instead chosen to sensationalize her murder and reduce the brutal slaying of a teenage girl to nothing more than a series of puns and online memes," Dinah answered.

The two went back and forth, discussing the details of the case before their second set of commercials. "When we return from break, I'll introduce you to one of Gotham's best P.I.'s," Barbara announced.

The second set of commercials was three minutes long, allowing the two women to talk. "I hope I'm not talking too much. I don't wanna overwhelm-."

"You're doing fine, Dinah. Actually, I wanted to ask how you were doing? I've been following your work for a while now, and I saw that you've received threats-. Sorry, I sound like I'm still interviewing you. I wanted to know if you were okay," Barbara interrupted.

"It's okay... I've had worse. A few threats aren't going to scare me away from the truth," Dinah replied. Barbara pushed up her glasses and ran a hand through her hair. "Hell, if I wasn't mistaken, I'd think you were worried about me."

"I am," Barbara replied, "You know, Dinah... Let me know if there's anything I can do to help." Dinah made a soft noise.

"Keep an eye out for Eddie Stanfield... And boost my tip line," Dinah replied. Barbara could hear the smile in her voice. Barbara bit the cap of her pen before typing the tipline number and adding it to the description for the video. "You know what? I feel like I know you."

Barbara held her breath for a moment. "I make a point to get to know everyone I interview... Even if it's through research," Barbara half-lied. She didn't want Dinah to know they'd met before. Barbara's podcast identity needed to remain secret, not only for the safety of her daughters. The work she did in connection with her podcast was borderline illegal.

"It was so wonderful having you on the show, Dinah. I hope to hear from you in the future... I know you have to go, but I did enjoy speaking to you today," Barbara beamed. She chewed the cap of her pen as she waited to hear Dinah's voice.

"It was nice talking to you, Oracle... I'll keep you updated on the case," Dinah replied before hanging up.

She tossed her head back and ran both hands through her hair before calling another woman. "Hello? May I call you Question?" Barbara asked.

"Only if I can call you Oracle," Question joked. Barbara recognized the voice as ex-police officer Renee Montoya. She didn't see fit to mention it, though. Barbara chuckled.

"Of course, you can. We're about to go on air in a minute or two, and I want to let you know you don't have to answer any question you don't want to," Barbara reassured her.

"Let's get into it," Renee replied enthusiastically.

"Okay. We're back on air in five... Four... Three... Two... One. Welcome back. Before the break, I promised to introduce you to Gotham's finest private investigator, the illustrious and anonymous, Question. Question, would you like to take some time to enlighten the viewers on your connection to the Anna Stanfield case?" Barbara asked.

"Someone hired me to find and notify her family... A friend of Anna Stanfield who wanted to remain anonymous," Renee replied, "The issue is, Anna Stanfield doesn't exist. Or at least she didn't, up until a few months ago... But that made me wonder how Eddie Stanfield came to know her. She's an eighteen-year-old girl with no past, no known family, and no history... Not so much as a report card from her."

"It sounds as if you have some suspicions about the crime. Can you elaborate at this time?" Barbara asked.

"I've found some important information that's led me to a family within the city, but I'm not at liberty to say. The police have been notified. But I can tell you, I have reason to believe Eddie Stanfield is guilty of a series of violent crimes against Anna... And I'm not talking about her murder," Renee replied. Barbara took her pen and jotted down a note.

Silence fell between the two for a moment. "Are you-. Sorry, that's such a shock. I wanted to know if you were working with the Black Canaries or anyone else to get information on this case?" Barbara asked, stumbling over her words out of shock. She didn't think anyone would have any new information like this.

"Yeah, I've talked to Dinah before finding what I found... I told her I'd look into finding Eddie," Renee paused, "And I've gotten a bit of information from her as well."

"Can you tell us if that information led you to your most recent revelation?" Barbara questioned.

"Yes, actually, she did. Dinah personally went and found information of her own that led me directly to a series of truths that led to this mystery family," Renee replied, "We're not sure if they're her family for sure. We only know interesting circumstances surrounding them point to this case."

Barbara typed something on her computer while she listened to Renee speak. Barbara mulled over the details mentioned by both women and wondered if she should delay posting the episode another week. As it came to a close, Barbara pushed up her glasses and started the editing process.

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jazzhandsmcleg · 1 month ago

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how to deal with door-to-door canvassers during political campaign season (and any other time of year)

hello, fellow USAmericans. as you may know (mild sarcasm), the presidential election is now slightly over one month away. political canvassers of all stripes began ramping up their campaigns last month, and this month things will get even more hectic.

I worked as a door-to-door canvasser for a political nonprofit for a few weeks last month! while that certainly doesn't make me an expert, I haven't seen anyone more knowledgeable about how canvassing works make a post like this, so...I'm here to do what I can.

bear in mind that this is mostly geared toward nonprofit and political door-to-door canvassing in the USA, but some of it applies to general canvassers and probably to some other countries too.

before we get into it: for those who just want to know the fastest way to get rid of a canvasser at your door without going into a readmore: it's either a) don't answer your door (even if we can see you through your window! you are under no obligation) or b) say "no thank you" and then close your door. we don't consider it rude and will in fact thank you for saving us both time and energy. that being said, please be polite!

and now, the full guide, beginning with:

the walkup.

first of all, be aware that canvassing can happen across a wide range of days and times. where I live, canvassing is allowed until 9pm if you can believe that. we only went til 8pm, but that's still very late in this part of the country. usually we were a M-F enterprise, but weekends are now on the table as the election nears, and of course religious canvassers and business canvassers will have their own models for when they come to your place.

canvassers will assess your house for loose dogs in the yard, "no trespassing" signs, "no soliciting" signs, locked gates, and the like.

generally canvassers will open simple latches. canvassers generally-to-always will NOT remove locks even if they are not fastened.

non-profit, political, and religious canvassers are allowed to ignore "no soliciting" signs because they are not asking for your money (assuming the political canvassers aren't fundraising, anyhow); people who want you to pay them to trim your trees or mow your lawn or whatever are not allowed to ignore these.

"no trespassing" signs are a little tougher. I made another post about it here.

that post also covers more ornate signs that say things like "no charities, no religion, no sales, no nothing. go away, my dog hates you and so do I", though those are a bit more of a grey area. suffice to say the more of them there are, the less likely we are to knock on your door.

however, the bottom line is that all of this varies slightly by jurisdiction so be sure to check your local bylaws. canvassers must go by the letter of the law so make sure that what you're putting on your front door will get you the intended effect. yes, this sometimes means ignoring your two dozen "no soliciting" signs.

the knock/the ring.

most canvassers only try a door twice. that can be one doorbell ring and one knock, two knocks, whatever. some try it three times. no one I worked with wanted to waste their time any more than that. we have quotas to hit and if you're not answering, you're not answering.

that being said, sometimes the same canvasser or a different canvasser from the same organization will come back around a few hours or even days later. if we come back on the same day, it's probably because our numbers are low or we finished early and we want to keep trying. if we come back on a different day, it might be a follow-up to the original visit or it might be a completely new topic they want to talk to you about. we always appreciate it a lot when people are willing to entertain repeat visits.

remember that you are under no obligation to answer the door. in fact, if you're just going to be nasty to us because we ignored your "no soliciting" sign, we prefer that you don't open the door. it saves all of us time and energy.

this includes if we made eye contact through the window, if you were actually in your garage or yard or car and you saw us as we walked up, anything like that. some canvassers are going to be more proactive than others in trying to engage with you in these cases. walk deeper into the house; close the garage door; pretend you don't see or hear us; whatever. canvassers don't care and won't hold it against you even if they are one of the more proactive types!

the contact: part 1 (intro).

often canvassers have a little mini speech they have to get through to introduce themselves and what they're doing on your doorstep before they'll actually get around to asking you their questions/offering to sell you whatever/handing you a pamphlet.

we try to keep this as short as possible because we know no one wants to be stuck on a doorstep forever, feel free to ask us to get to the chase if you're busy or what have you. we will usually oblige.

similarly, we try to keep it short because we know that other people from other organizations might have been here recently to ask you the exact same things and you're tired of it. if this is the case, we appreciate your patience and willingness to engage with us even if you've already done this rigmarole three times this week.

don't be surprised if people know your name and some of your information. for example, because they were a nonprofit, the canvassing company I worked for had access to the voter rolls. also don't be surprised if they have the information for the previous resident, especially if you live in an apartment. our information was often out of date by a couple of years.

the contact: part 2 (the sell).

if you don't want to answer the questionnaire, talk religion, or have your gutters cleaned, a polite "no thank you" and the immediate closing of your door will get rid of all but the sleaziest of canvassers.

you don't owe us anything more than that, and we will thank you for not wasting our time!

when I was canvassing, I was instructed to keep talking until I hear three hard "no"s or until I hear the click of a latch, so closing the door on us really is the fastest and easiest way to get rid of us. otherwise we will take your objections seriously (i.e. we will assume you are not lying to us to try and get away) and do our best to overcome them, thus wasting your time and ours.

whether or not you want to engage with the canvasser and whatever they're talking about, please bear in mind that a lot of us have quotas to hit if we want to keep our jobs. your taking two minutes out of your day to answer three questions or hear our our sales pitch or whatever will help us with that, and we appreciate it even if you're brusque or in a hurry or we don't personally agree with your opinions. we're really not there to judge you or throw your day out of whack. we're just there to do our jobs and get paid.

if you really want to go above and beyond for the canvasser and their job, we may have bonuses attached to optional-but-preferred things like signing up a newsletter or what have you. giving out your email address, even if it's a fake one or you unsubscribe immediately upon receiving your first letter, can be very helpful.

granted, there's less at stake for volunteer (some political and most religious) canvassers, but there's not always an easy way to tell those apart. do what you gotta do, really, but be aware that it may matter quite a bit to us.

and that's it! I understand that there can be a lot of distrust for door-to-door salespeople and canvassers, and I also definitely understand why, but it really doesn't have to be painful. again, even if you absolutely hate whatever it is they're trying to get you to do, a simple "no thank you" and closing your door will solve the problem 95% of the time. (2.5% of the rest of the time it may be a predatory canvasser who will continue to bother you, and 2.5% of the time it's a targeted campaign and the canvasser has to confirm your identity before they'll take no as an answer, so they'll be back to try again later.)

other do's and don't's:

do consider offering canvassers something to drink or a snack if you have any to spare, or the use of your bathroom if you really hit it off with someone. canvassing is often hot and sweaty/cold and damp work with unpleasant hours, and individual canvassers aren't always well looked-after (especially if they're volunteers)!

similarly, do consider offering to let a canvasser wait out a storm on your porch.

do remember that canvassers are people just like you, and that you live in a society that requires you to put up with behavior from other people that you don't like from time to time.

if you have a barking dog, do consider stepping outside of your house to speak with us. it'll be faster and easier.

don't ask us to touch or interact with your mailbox for any reason. it's a federal offense.

don't be an ass!

Thanks for reading. :)

#Jazz notes #current events #politics #half-relatedly and half to get this into the appropriate venues #USA #USAmerican politics #US politics #American politics #canvassing #get out the vote #election 2024 #election2024

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werewolfest · 11 months ago

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Help Support an Urban Community Farm ♥️

I’ve never really spoken about my work on here before, but I wanted to throw this out there for anyone who has something to spare and would be interested in helping out.

I’m an Intern at Montclair Community Farms, a non profit in NJ that focuses on fresh food access and education. We do a lot of work in the community to get people access to healthy food by accepting SNAP and taking our little farmstand out to the public library and senior housing, and we run a lot of education programs for kids and offer paid internships for youth and students like me. We’re a really small organization with only three paid staff members, one of whom is our amazing Director Lana Mustafa who happens to be Palestinian.

Lana is an activist who’s been really outspoken about the genocide against Palestinians in her personal life. Unfortunately, because she’s very well known in the community through her work with MCF, her activism has led to two of the organizations we partner with to imply that if she continues to speak up we may see them pull their support. On top of that, we rely heavily on donations and are in the middle of our big fundraiser. Usually, we’d be nearing our goal through many small donations from the community, but that hasn’t been the case this year, and we feel it’s likely that Lana’s activism has been controversial enough to dissuade people from donating.

I really love the farm and everything we do, but I don’t think that Lana should have to choose between the farm and her people. If you have anything to spare, you can consider donating here. Thank you ♥️

And while you’re here, please check out these organizations and call or fax your local representative! I believe that I will live to see a free Palestine, but we have to keep being loud and helping where we can.

Doctors Without Borders

Medical Aid for Palestinians

Palestinians Children’s Relief Fund

#static #I can’t stress enough what a wonderful person Lana is and how much she works her ass off for the farm #on top of everything else she does outside of that #this is fully approved by her btw I would not post someone’s face without their consent (in case anyone was worried)#i know we’re all just passing around the same five dollars but if nothing else reblogs are very appreciated

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gigglesx333 · 7 months ago

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The continuous bombardment and the ongoing genocide pose a significant threat to their well-being. What pains me even more is that due to the lack of medications in Gaza, my Mom, who is a type 1 Diabetis patiant and was scheduled for an urgent eye surgery, have had no access to insulin or any medical care for the past 3 months. Some of my family members sought refuge in the southernmost part of Gaza (Rafah) in tents. However, my parents, and sisters have no alternative place to stay, forced to remain in the Nusierat refugee camp, which is now the subject of continuous severe bombardment since christmas started.” Am on my knees requesting for your donations. Please help where possible.

I would love to, I genuinely would. But I don't make enough money to support myself, my pets, and donate. I spread the word and do my daily clicks and if there was an organization for oeaceful protests near me I would join in a heartbeat.

But there aren't. There are no jobs open where I live and businesses are shutting down. I live in a very small baptist and catholic town in the South. I cannot find jobs easily as I'm considered mentally disabled and can't hold a job. But for anyone who sees this I'll be linking charities and irganizations that donate proceeds to Palestine.

Long live Palestine, long live the Arabic and Islamic peoples, and long live my Jewish brothers, sisters, and siblings. May we all find peace.

#palestine #long live palestine #peace in the middle east #jumblr #donations #when I get more info I will absolutely advertise is #falastin #stop the genocide #stop the war #fuck hamas #fuck israeli government #fuck the idf leaders #and fuck most of idfs soldiers #not all of them are fucking insane #you legally cannot refuse to go to war #you're on reserve until they can't wring any more service out of you #giggles's political posts

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i-dont-know-what-im-doing-2024 · 24 days ago

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Trans Resources

I wanted to make a little post with some of the resources I’ve found that have helped me so far in getting some of the things I need. These might apply more to transmasc situations but some should work for everyone!

1. https://www.thetrevorproject.org

I haven’t used this one yet but I am planning to, they have counselors available that you can talk to or text which sounds really great. If anyone has used them feel free to reblog so people can hear about your experience, if not I’ll update when I’ve used it.

2. https://strandsfortrans.org

This is a website where local businesses that are LGBTQ+ friendly can register so you can look through trans affirming salons and barbers in your area. I was surprised that there were a few options near me and it made it less scary to try and book an appointment.

I didn’t want to wait for my usual hair stylist to have an opening and a trans creator I like made a good point that if someone has always cut your hair and doesn’t know you’re trans or nonbinary they might naturally make the style more feminine (in my case) which is why I wanted someone new. At the same time walking into a traditional barbershop when I still have long hair and don’t even have a binder yet would’ve been way too anxiety inducing so this definitely has helped me.

3. https://www.pointofpride.org/binding

This page from point of pride has a lot of helpful resources about binding including how to do it safely and different brands where you can purchase a binder. I’ve also heard good things from some online creators about Spectrum Outfitters and UNTAG for people with larger chests. I don’t own a binder yet so I don’t have a personal opinion but hopefully this gives people a starting point with a few brands they can look into.

This website also has a free binder program as do many others but unfortunately the waiting times are usually months to years. I still applied just to be on the list and I’m hoping to find another way to get a binder in the meantime.

4. https://pflag.org

This is just the National PFLAG home page but I recommend looking at local branches if there are any near you as they offer support groups, scholarships, and might be able to point you towards services that help in your area.

5. Local Resources

I’m not putting a link for the ones I’ve used because I don’t want people to know where I live but I can say some of the services near me I had no idea about but seem like they’ll be really helpful. Now I had the advantage of already knowing a few organizations in my area to look up but generally a lot of the LGBTQ+ organizations also have resource pages pointing to other local and national organizations that might be helpful.

Personally I found a mini grant for $100 where the organization has you fill out a survey and put links for 1-3 items up to $100 of gender affirming products. I put down a binder and a masc shirt and jacket off Amazon. I don’t know what the waiting list is for this but I was excited it included clothes since almost everything I own is excessively feminine. Local organizations might have shorter waiting lists if they serve a smaller population though they also have less funding so it could be a toss up.

Another local service that I would say is probably the most helpful for me so far (although I haven’t had my appointment yet, just booked it) was a clothing exchange. This place provides totally free gender affirming clothes to queer people which is incredible because I’m an unemployed college student and have been feeling uncomfortable with my wardrobe for a while but can’t afford anything else. They didn’t require me to donate anything either so if you still like your old clothes or need them for safety reasons you can still get help. I was also able to book the appointment with the name and pronouns I’m considering which is cool because I might be able to actually get a feel for them? I can definitely say that getting the confirmation email to Conor for the first time gave me big feelings.

Anyway that’s all my advice/resources for now, although I’ll probably make a second post or add to this one if I find more things that help. I’m definitely someone who processes through serial researching so there could be more coming your way in the future. Also please reblog with anything else that has helped you or your experiences with the above services for other people to find ☺️

#trans #transgender #transmasc #trans pride #questioning #resources #trans resources #gender affirming haircut #gender affirming resources #lgbtq community #lgbtq resources

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martinarecolvice · 3 months ago

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Where to Donate Prom Dresses Near Me 2024

Prom season is a magical time filled with laughter, memories, and of course, gorgeous dresses. However, for many high school students, the cost of a prom dress can be overwhelming and out of reach. That's why it's important to consider donating your prom dress after the big night is over. Not only does it give someone else the chance to feel like a princess, but it also helps reduce waste and promotes sustainability. If you're wondering where to donate your prom dress near me in 2024, look no further! We've compiled a list of organizations and locations that accept prom dress donations in your local area. Let's make someone's prom dreams come true while also making a positive impact on our community.

>>>Where to Donate Prom Dresses Near Me 2024<<<

Types of prom dresses are accepted for donation in 2024

When considering donating prom dresses in 2024, it’s essential to know what types of dresses are typically accepted by organizations and charities. Here are some types of prom dresses that may be accepted for donation in 2024:

1. Formal Dresses: This includes full-length gowns, ball gowns, and mermaid style dresses. These are typically the most sought-after type of prom dress for donation.

2. Cocktail Dresses: Shorter dresses that hit above the knee but still have a formal feel can also be accepted for donation.

3. Plus Size Dresses: Many organizations look for plus-size prom dresses to offer a wider range of options to students in need.

4. Modest Dresses: Some organizations may specifically request modest-style dresses that cover shoulders and have a longer hemline.

5. Bridesmaid Dresses: While not traditionally considered prom attire, bridesmaid dresses can often be repurposed as formalwear for prom or other special occasions.

6. New or Gently Used Dresses: Most organizations will accept both new and gently used dresses, as long as they are in good condition with no major damage or stains.

7. Trendy Styles: Styles that are currently popular, such as off-the-shoulder or two-piece dresses, may also be accepted for donation.

It’s always best to check with the organization you plan on donating to directly to confirm their specific guidelines for prom dress donations in 2024.

Which organizations are accepting prom dress donations in 2024?

Many organizations are stepping up to accept prom dress donations in 2024, including:

1. The Princess Project: This organization collects gently used prom dresses and accessories and distributes them to high school students in need.

2. Becca's Closet: Becca's Closet is a non-profit organization that collects formal dresses and accessories to provide to high school students who cannot afford to purchase their own prom attire.

3. Operation Prom: This organization accepts donations of new and gently used prom dresses, shoes, and accessories and distributes them to high school students in need across the country.

4. Glass Slipper Project: This Chicago-based organization collects donations of new or gently used prom dresses, shoes, and accessories for underprivileged high school students.

5. Fairy Godmothers, Inc.: This non-profit organization collects donations of new and gently used prom dresses, as well as shoes, jewelry, and other accessories for low-income high school students in the Tampa Bay area.

6. The Cinderella Project: The Cinderella Project accepts donations of formal wear for both men and women to provide to high school students in the New Orleans area.

7. Prom Boutique: Based in Milwaukee, this organization accepts donations of formal dresses and provides them at no cost to underprivileged high school students.

8. Soles4Souls: This non-profit organization accepts donations of new and gently used prom dresses and distributes them to students in need around the world.

9. Cinderella's Closet: Cinderella's Closet collects formal wear donations and provides them at no cost to high school students in Central Indiana.

10. Dress for Success: This organization accepts donations of professional attire, including formal dresses, to provide to women in need who are seeking employment or career advancement opportunities.

Please note that this is not an exhaustive list and there may be other local organizations or charities accepting prom dress donations in 2024. It is always best to do some research and reach out to organizations directly to confirm their donation policies and needs.

Prom Dress Giveaway Exchange on Facebook

Facebook has become a vibrant platform for community connections. One of its popular features is the Prom Dress Giveaway Exchange groups. These groups allow individuals to donate, trade, or give away prom dresses to those in need.

Joining these communities is simple and often free. You can search for your local area’s exchange group by using keywords like "Prom Dress Exchange" or "Prom Dress Giveaway" along with your city name. Once you find a group that suits you, simply request to join.

Members post images of their dresses along with descriptions and sizes. Interested parties can comment on posts or send private messages to arrange pickups or exchanges directly with the donor. This fosters a sense of community while ensuring everyone has access to stylish options for prom night.

Moreover, many of these groups encourage sharing stories about past proms and future hopefuls, adding an extra layer of connection among members as they navigate this special occasion together.

Tax deduction for donating my prom dress in 2024

Donating your prom dress in 2024 can offer more than just a good deed; it may also provide tax benefits. Many charitable organizations qualify as IRS-approved, meaning they can issue you a receipt for your donation. This receipt is crucial for claiming deductions on your taxes.

The value of the dress plays a significant role in determining how much you can deduct. Generally, you should assess its fair market value at the time of donation. Consider factors like brand, condition, and original purchase price when estimating this amount.

Keep detailed records of your donation to support any claims made on your tax return. Photos of the dress and notes about where and when you donated it will help establish credibility if needed later.

Always consult with a tax professional or refer to IRS guidelines specific to donations for an accurate understanding of what you might claim. Doing so ensures that you'll maximize your potential deduction while remaining compliant with tax laws.

Impact of Prom Dress Donation

Donating prom dresses creates a ripple effect in communities. It allows young women who might not have the budget to afford formal wear to attend their special events with confidence and style. This is particularly important for those from low-income families.

Additionally, donating these dresses promotes sustainability. Instead of ending up in landfills, gently used gowns can find new life through another girl’s prom experience. This practice reduces waste and encourages a culture of reusing and recycling.

Prom dress donation also fosters community connections. Organizations often host events where girls can choose their dresses, creating a supportive environment filled with excitement and camaraderie. These gatherings build lasting memories beyond just finding the perfect outfit.

Moreover, many organizations use donations to raise funds for various causes, such as scholarships or youth programs. Each dress given has the potential to contribute positively not only to an individual but also to broader community initiatives.

Conclusion

Donating your prom dress is a wonderful way to make a difference in the lives of others. As we've explored, there are plenty of options available for where to donate prom dresses near you in 2024. From local charities and thrift shops to specific organizations dedicated to helping young people attend their own proms, the opportunities are vast.

The types of dresses accepted often range from formal gowns to cocktail attire, making it easy for everyone to contribute. Social media platforms like Facebook have also become hubs for dress exchanges and giveaways, providing another layer of community involvement.

Additionally, don’t forget about potential tax deductions that come with donating your items. This can be an added benefit while supporting those in need—an excellent reason to declutter your closet.

Remember that every dress donated carries the potential to brighten someone’s special day. Your generosity not only helps individuals but also fosters a sense of community spirit as we help each other shine during life's milestones.

FAQs

Where can I donate prom dresses near me in 2024?

Find local organizations and charities in your area that accept prom dress donations, such as high schools, youth centers, or non-profits focused on helping underprivileged teens.

Which organizations are accepting prom dress donations in 2024?

Learn about the top organizations accepting prom dress donations this year, including national charities and local initiatives dedicated to providing prom dresses to those in need.

How do I donate my prom dress in 2024?

Step-by-step guide on how to prepare and donate your prom dress, including where to drop it off, shipping options, and any specific requirements from organizations.

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Can I get a tax deduction for donating my prom dress in 2024?

Information on how to claim a tax deduction for donating your prom dress, including the necessary documentation and valuation process.

#help #donation #grants #woman #clothes #prom dress

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happyfacesv · 11 months ago

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Best Youth Organization: How to Find and Join One

Best youth organization is a term that refers to the non-governmental organizations that are dedicated to empowering and engaging young people in various social causes and issues. Best youth organizations provide opportunities for youth to develop their skills, knowledge, and values, and to participate in meaningful activities and projects that benefit themselves and their communities.

#Youth Organization In Vadodara #Non Profit Organizations Near Me #Non Profit Organization In Vadodara #Organizations That Empower Youth #Youth Empowerment Organizations #Best Youth Organization

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libertarianconservativechristian · 10 months ago

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I am against government welfare for several reasons.

One is that, long term, it does not seem to actually help lift people out of poverty. You can only get welfare if you make below a certain amount of money or work below a certain number of hours or you have less than a certain amount of money to your name. Once you get above those limits, welfare is taken away from you, leaving you worse off than if you simply stayed with welfare in the first place. So welfare might help keep people from starving or losing their housing, but it does not help them have better lives overall.

Another is that charities and non profits can do a far better job of working with people to help raise them out of poverty than the government can. There's a non profit near me that helps provide housing for people for a year or two, gives them job interview help, skills to get a job, and continued help after they move out. They have a food bank program to help people budget for food without needing to worry about money. They have a medical clinic that helps people get seen by doctors and nurses without needing to worry about insurance or large payments. These types of organizations help lift people out of poverty more than the government, which cannot show people direct attention and cannot relate to them as human beings.

Finally, government being involved in welfare means someone cannot truly chose where to send their money. Since we are taxed for the government to provide welfare, or the government borrows without intent to pay it back, which is simply a tax on future generations, we cannot chose which charities or non profits to send our money to. Maybe I want my money to go to the non profit I mentioned above, but the government uses my money to pay for someone to give money to Medicare or Medicaid, which I am not in favor of. That takes away my freedom to choose how I help people.

Many people's critique of libertarians is that we do not care about others. I disagree. We simply do not think the government should be doing the caring, but rather each other. There are people who need help in this world and there always will be. It is, therefore, our job to help them financially and physically and emotionally and spiritually. We can feed them food and give them housing and help them feel as though they have worth as human beings. A government cannot do all those things.

#politics #libertarian #charity #christianity #if you think people will not chose to be charitable with their money then maybe look in the mirror and see that you are describing yourself #and not others for there are many charitable people in the world #you just may not be counted among them

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nbsnc1 · 2 years ago

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If you or someone you know is struggling with alcohol and drug addiction in North Carolina, there are a variety of resources available to help. Transitional housing and non profit Drug addiction treatment organization in north Carolina can provide crucial support and resources for individuals in recovery.

#non profit Drug addiction treatment organization in north Carolina #transitional housing in North Carolina #Halfway Houses Near Me

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lockea · 2 years ago

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So thinking about that one post talking about AO3 and how important ephemera is to Historians (Ea-Nasir's hate mail) got me thinking about two reasons fanfiction preservation is important beyond just fanfiction preservation being important.

The first is the glimpse into people's lives that are offered by Author's Notes. Author's Notes (ANs) are written at or near the time of the chapter publication and offer a glimpse into the feelings and experiences of that person at that moment.

In a recent update I read, the author announced they had just passed the Bar to be a lawyer. Rereading an older fanfiction the author mentioned their joy at the birth of their nephew. Shortly after Trump's election in 2016 I read a fic where the author noted they began writing this, quit political, fic to cope with the stressful new reality of the president of the US. My very first fanfiction was posted to FF.Net in Jan 2002 and was written as a direct response to the feelings I felt when my father returned home from his first deployment following 9/11.

Anne Frank is not a historically significant person because of any real influence she had on the global sphere during her life. She's a historically significant person because she was an avid diarist during a historically significant period of history who told a story future generations needed to hear.

The second reason preserving fanfiction is important is because fanfiction is an excellent litmus test for the prevailing beliefs and social mores of the Fandom community at the time. Fanfiction is overwhelmingly made up of female, queer, BIPOC, and other marginalized voices. Mainstream media has always been slower to adapt to the social mores that fanfiction authors embrace, but even we have our history.

Remember when having two characters of the same sex kiss conferred an adult rating on a work of fanfiction? That was once a thing, ya'll.

Consider the Open Doors project Boys in Chains. It was a slash centric slave fic focused archive that ran in the early naughts. I happen to like Power Exchange fic (which is an expansive category that includes slave fic) so I read BIC when it ran and recently reread some fic on AO3. Boy Howdy have we changed. We were extremely permissive of May-December relationships in slash back in 2004, for quite a few reasons I could spend a whole post on alone, but suffice to say our relationship with slash changed and we became less permissive of these types of relationships.

Again, because I track the tag, I'm aware of when the "Slavery" tag dropped out of AO3's top 100 tags (around 2018 iirc) because we as a community no longer engage with those topics with the same attitudes we had in the past. Given some of the ways it was engaged with in the past, this is not necessarily a negative, as we've also become more sensitive to things like the very real pain these topics can cause our communities of color. Given the BLM movement and the recognition of Juneteenth (the end of Slavery in the US) as a national holiday, the falling out of this tag nicely correlates with these events in our history.

LGBTQ+ themes emerge first in fanfiction and then are adopted by the mainstream. We saw this with slash and gay, lesbian, and bisexual relationships. We are currently seeing it with transgender and asexual characters now, with the character studies and experiences found in fanfiction slowly finding their way to mainstream media.

Organization for Transformative Works (OTW), the parent non profit that runs AO3 also runs an academic journal, Transformative Works and Cultures, where much of this type of history is being analyzed and preserved for future use. The Fanlore wiki, another OTW project, also works to document Fandom history that is not necessarily fanwork. Things like the amazing Ms.Scribe drama, for example.

Anyway, now that I've rambled long enough you probably stopped reading, here is the TL;DR Fanfiction preservation matters because it is an insight into the community around it at various times in history and reveals our relationship with and in opposition to mainstream culture at that time.

#archive of our own #organization for transformative works #ao3 #otw #fanfiction history #lockea rambles #long post #cw slavery

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aurorabay-communitygardenclub · 10 months ago

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— WHAT IS IT?

It is as it sounds! A plot of land cultivated by some of Aurora Bay's residents either collectively or individually. With a generous donation from the Levins and approval from the town government body, an empty patch located near Ocean Crest has been approved for the use of gardening.

It is open to members for a one time $100 entry fee (to cover supply costs), it is non-profit and done as a project to build a sense of community among the residents. There people can find a sense of purpose, peace, and even learn a new trade of planting and growing is a new skill they wish to tackle.

As schedules permit, there are plans to hold small dinner parties for the members to celebrate and enjoy the fruits of their labor.

— WHAT CAN BE GROWN?

Anything within season, from various produce and herbs to just flowers. Each member is given their own plot to do with as they please, and if they join with friends that can combine their plots.

— GUIDELINES (in game, this is for writing purposes, of course, whether your muse tries to break rules or not is up to you)

Each member is required to pay a one time $50.00 entry fee, just to cover initial costs, and after that they are in. If the initial cost is too much, a payment plan can be worked out.

Each member is responsible for their own yield and production, but of course if someone is away on vacation it is neighborly to look after their plants.

You are to communicate with Lorna about selected herbs and crops so it can be determined where the best spot to plant them is - this avoids planting crops that don't grow well next to each other in neighboring plots, and avoids waste by determining the soil, need for a shade box, and when they are in season.

While it isn't a requirement and not a rule, it is expected somewhere along the line every member takes their turn at a Farmer's Market to sell and earn money to support the garden.

Respect one another, don't destroy other's plots.

We understand if this project is no longer something you can commit to, we just expect you to effectively communicate if you are leaving it. If absent without notice for two weeks, we reserve the right to allocate your plot to another member.

Follow the law. This is a community project, therefore anything does that does not uphold community expectations or stays within the general law can put the use of this property at risk.

Pets cannot enter the garden. Service animals are permitted.

Only members are permitted to enter, non-members must be accompanied by a current member.

No smoking in the garden.

— CURRENT MEMBERS

Samuel Kane (@samucl-kane) - lead of project & funds management

Lorna Dilane (@dilcne) - co-lead & organizer/supply management

Cricket Campbell (@cricketcampbell) - co-lead & dinner party head

Aaron Baker (@aaronjamesbaker)

Ann Thompson (@annthcmpscn)

Angel Rojas (@firefighterrojas)

Camille Reese (@ithinkitscami)

Emerson Cassidy (@emersonxcassidy)

Gwendolyn Moreno (@gwenxmoreno)

Isabel “Izzy” Alamilla

Keola Laga'aia (@keolalagaaia) - the fixer upper of the garden

Sola Adisa (@solaadisa)

Vanessa Gable (@vanessagable)

William Meyers (@willxmeyers)

(if i talked to you and missed your muse, yell at me. if you would like your muse to join just message xan (or dani or kell if xan is away). do not be afraid to give me a nudge if I need to add you. If there is a specific responsibility you would like your muse to have, let me know and I will update this to say so!)

— Submissions and what not

If you would like to make insta posts for me to post on this blog, just submit them in the submit box! It's all for fun, and an idea to build a cute connection with some residents who otherwise might not cross paths or give each other a second glance.

#// about #aurorabay.garden

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sweetescapeartist · 2 years ago

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An Update

So for those who are somewhat interested. Here's and update about myself and my projects.

Concerning myself...

I'm still very much tired mentally & physically. As I've said, I work multiple jobs & on top of that I have daily migraines (but I wear shades everyday to lessen the pain and symptoms). And I mentioned I'm sort of a handy man around my town mainly for family members. And I do work with my father to help him out as well as work on my own build projects for myself. So I'm pretty busy. Then I have to organize certain things despite migraines messing with my memory. Healthwise, I'm okay but still have trouble sleeping and I try to eat more often since I often forget to eat or just ain't hungry. So I get a bit overwhelmed and stressed and end up ignoring ppl & isolating myself. I still have anxiety and social anxiety too but that's getting better little by litte. I'm learning to properly deal with the stresses and mental triggers. I'm mostly a chill dude so I don't let much bother me anymore like when I was younger.

Regarding my projects...

I have a list of things to do. I have them scheduled, but due to being busy with work so often, I dont alwats meet the deadlines I have planned. Last year didn't go so well and this year hasn't started too well either. But here are some things I have scheduled...

Info posts for tumblr

Anime vs Manga: Vegeta Learns Ki Control

Vegeta's Gravity Training Obsession & Flawed Training Habits

Full Power Forms

Jaingshi Roshi

Different Way Potential Has Been Awakened In Dragon Ball

A post responding about a complaint someone had about Tien from last year (talk about late...)

Gammas & Cell

Android 18's Power in DBS (+ a bit about 17)

A few more posts about Krillin's Non-Self State that makes comparisons & explains certain details

What Toriyama's notes for Toyotaro's Moro & Granolah arcs probably were (an interesting post based off of context clued & is highly possible to be true. Will probably be later this year because there is a lot to gather for that post)

Comics I want to complete this year if possible

Kriller Time! Super Hero Side-Story Part 2: Videl

18 x Kurilin (a mini comic that'll have 4 alts)

Kriller Time! Super Hero Side-Story Part 3: Bulma

Kriller Time! #2: Fan-geta (NOT a side-story comic)

18 Steals Krillin Away

Roshi Mini Comic (should be interesting & informative due to it going to have information many may have overlooked)

Black Water Mist (a Krillin story I've wanted to finish for a while)

Kriller Time! #3 (might be Roshi or Oolong)

Yamcha's Bloomer (for my fellow Yamcha fans)

Content for my DB Databook (will be worked on throughout the years)

Just art stuff I want to get done

Some art for friends and requests I havent gotten to (won't be taking anymore requests for a while after I finish these so I can focus on lther projects) (some sketches are done)

Piccolo x Janet drawing I wanted to make last July (sketch is done)

Krillin Harem drawing since I got 3k followers on Twitter (might have 4k followers by then but I doubt it) (sketches are done)

Krillin x DB gals art (sketches are done)

Unfinished art for last years Chestnut Fest (almost complete)

Dragon Ball x Berserk (Yamcha art)

So, that's what I have planned. If I worked less, I could definitely get all of this done. I'll do my best regardless. And I've been debating if I should create my own website or just start a Patreon. I may begin with Patreon then make my own website later so I don't overwork myself. The thing about Patreon tho is that I want to give consistent content of what I believe is good quality. I need to make a profit from my art so I can be more motivated to continue and be more consistent, ya know?

So thats the plan. I didn't even mention the fics submitted to me nor the ones I've written. A lot are actually near ready to post but my anxiety is bugging me. Probably cause I'm overloading myself with too much. But we'll see how things go. I expect to get at least half of my art projects done this year & all of my tumblr posts this year. If I can get more than half of my art projects, I'll be pleasantly surprised.

Also, my MEGA folder. It was supposed ro be done last year but some serious stuff happened & I had to get my mind right. Then, things got stressful for me in Jan, Feb, & Mar. I was supposed to post a comic in February, but didn't work on it cause of the stress. So, I'll squeeze in time ro finish my MEGA folder too. It has updated and corrected comics in there of these two specifically.

#update

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