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lovelypastelsweets · 19 days ago

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♡Onychinus' Kitten♡[Part #2:]

Sylus Qin X female!Cat-Hybrid!Reader

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This is my first fan-fiction, if you have any tip/suggestions please let me know!In this story, the 'reader' is NOT the MC, and is female(I don't have an issue with males reading, but I don't know anything about guys, and I want to be authentic. If you'd like a male-reader fan-fic please collaborate with me to deepen my understanding of the male-mind)

{Trigger-warnings:}

This story will contain minor death(of random side characters), mention human-trafficking(not in-detail), the experimentation of humans-subjects, and it may a mention past-trauma that includes sexual-abuse, I haven't decided. But I have PTSD related to sexual-abuse, and I don't want to trigger myself, so if I do include that detail, it will be non-descriptive.

[One month ago;]

Sylus had done business with a man who worked in the black-market. The man bought a verity of protocore-infused weapons, as well as EVOL-canceling restraints and gear.

After two weeks, Sylus came to collect his profit, however the man, Mr.Kurosan, only had half of what was due. And Sylus simply couldn't just let that slide.

Inside a old, dark building; A small room with crumbling and cracked dull-grey walls and a wooden floor, there sits a small table with two chairs on each side- The same room the deal was made in- Sylus stands tall, with an sense of authority and malice, yet looking bored. His appearance was similar to that of a person with an infestation looking at a single mouse caught in a trap.

Sylus: "One such as yourself ought to know what happens when fools bite off more than they can chew. And you, Mr.Kurosan, are not better than a tiny finch picking a fight with a crow."

Sylus' voice lacked hesitation and was terrifyingly calm for someone who was about to take a life.Red and black mist circle the trembling man, lifting him into the air.

Mr.Kurosan: "M-Mr.Sylus-! Please, I-I'll get you the mo-ney! I just need more time!"

The mist continued it's deadly coil.

Mr.Kurosan: "No-no! Wait! I'm not the only party involved here, you see! There's- I-I- I was partnering with a group! A organization! We-we split your shipment! And-and they didn't pay their due! T-they-they didn't-!"

Mr.Kurosan yelled frantically, nearing incoherentnce- a pitiful attempt to be speared.

Sylus: "Oh? Do tell me more."

The mist stopped, causing the Mr.Kurosan to hit the floor with a "[Thud!]".Mr.Kurosan begin to hurriedly speak while scrabbling to his knees. He knew not to test Sylus's patience.

Mr.Kurosan: "There is a an organization of scientists that produce and sell hybrids! They wanted the restraints, and-and some weaponry. So.. I split the shipment, and they were expected to pay for the supplies and my work! They didn't pay the amount owed. That's.. That's why I don't have the money! And! The hybrids they create are really powerful! Some have very strong EVOLS. Su-surely that's something you'd be interested in?...Ah.. So.. See? Mr.Sylus? I-I didn't- I was loyal to you!"

Mr.Kurosan begin to wear a delirious-looking, yet worried smile as he began to see a chance to be speared.

Sylus: "I see. Well then, tell me the name and address of the 'organization'.. In fact, here, write it down. I'll give this organization a visit myself, after all it's 'me' who they owe money to. There's no need for a middle-man."

Mist appeared before Mr.Kurosan with a tablet and a stylist.Mr.Kurosan begin to frantically scribble on the screen. Then, he held it outwards towards Sylus.

Mr.Kurosan: "He-here, Mr.Sylus. This is all the information I have. Ah, so our partnership.. I-I haven't gone against you-I haven't gone against our partnership! So-"

As Mr.Kurosan speaks, the mist collects the tablet, bringing it to Sylus, to which he takes it into hand as he begins to chuckle darkly.

Sylus: " "Partnership"? Do you really think you possess the power to be called my partner? You're more of a fool than I thought.".

Mr.Kurosan's eyes widened in horror and realization, his heartbeat became even more erratic, even painful.The red and black mist returned instantly.

Mr.Kurosan: "N-n-no! Please!- Mr.S-!"

Mr.Kurosan's words cut off into a blood-curdling scream of agony, as Sylus' hand clinched, and his body dissipated into pieces even smaller than the cells that made him.

Sylus looked at the tablet that read; "[HYBE-CO. 444, Shinde-Lane, N109-ZONE.]".

[Two weeks later; Present day:]

Inside a laboratory that disguised itself within an abandoned hotel. The air was filled with screams, slanderish-yelling, pleads for mercy, curses, and the sound of rushed foot-steps of the scientists who made them- Scientists who did want to befall the same fate as their co-workers; Lying bloodied on the floor or disintegrated into ash-.

As Sylus, Luke and Kiren made their way through the laboratory, Sylus noticed a man and a woman conversing in the back of the room. The woman held a gun, checking to see if it was loaded. After nodded to each other the woman began to rush forward- not towards Sylus, but down a hallway and deeper into the laboratory.

Sylus: "You two finish up here. I'll be back"

Sylus said to the twins. He vanished in telaportation before they could respond.

Gun in hand, running fast, the woman moved steadily with intent- knowing that there was only one way to keep their "Products" out of the hands of the Onychinus.

At last she reached her destination; The shared-bedchamber of the hybrids.

♡[To Be Continued]♡

#luke and kiren #love and deepspace #sylus #sylus qin #Lads

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bluejaysandblackbats · 9 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 · 4 months 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 · 1 year 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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noisymoonwizars · 1 day ago

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To me, the first season of squid game was primarily about how the rich treat the poor and less fortunate as subhuman. How they couldn’t care if we lived or died, and only saw us as entertainment or livestock for profit.

Ultimately not a revolutionary concept in anti capitalist media. Its main selling points were the characters and execution of the idea.

Season two seems to be taking a greater focus on the interactions from the middle and lower classes, and how they feel about poor people.

The recruiter hates poor people, fully believing they waste the opportunities given to them, as demonstrated by the choice he gave the people in the park between food and a lottery ticket. In his eyes, they chose a small, near non existent chance of winning money, over survival.

The guards, I feel, are meant to represent us. The average person. They view the players with indifference, like how number 11 say “he lost so I killed him” in red light green light, or chances to enrich themselves at the expense of the players, like the organ harvesters of season one. And occasionally active malice, like how the recruiter himself was once a guard.

The other players, specifically the ones who want to stay, shows how they don’t care about human life. That to them, there is absolutely a price that justifies being complicit in or actively supporting the deaths of the other players. How money is what is most valuable to them. And how they screw over other poor people, or even kill them in thanos’ case, or money or their own entertainment.

I can’t fully put into words what the frontman would be representing, perhaps the idea that it’s all their own choice, and that everyone chooses poverty.

But, each of these viewpoints is inherently flawed. Extremely flawed at that. At least one person chose the food from the recruiter, at the very least proving that not all poor people squander the opportunities they are given, but also proving he completely ignores circumstances and other factors that would have lead others to their choice.

Number 11 chooses empathy for the father. She, even if her actions are not showing it, understands the circumstances that would drive someone into poverty.

The other players aren’t in a position to say no. The choice of going back to the outside world, where you could die for your lack of money anyway from countless ways, or risk your life and and try to free yourself from the debt that may very well kill you on the outside anyway, isn’t a choice. In season one when they go back, it’s shown that their lives are not better on the outside, and they came back.

The characters are flawed, and their flaws are all representative of the many ways that unregulated capitalism destroys people. How many of them wouldn’t be there if we didn’t live in a world that assigned a negative moral connotation to poverty, or a world where one uninsured medical bill can make you homeless.

#anti capitalism #squid game

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happyfacesv · 5 months ago

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Local NGOs Near Me That Accept Clothing Donations

Want to give clothing to a worthy cause? Find NGO Near Me To Donate Clothes, that are accepting donations of clothing. These organisations are committed to helping individuals in need by giving impoverished areas necessities like clothing. You may be confident that your contributions are helping people in your community by giving your lightly worn clothing to a local non-governmental organisation. Giving back is made simple by the fact that many NGOs provide convenient drop-off locations and even pickup services. Find a nearby non-profit organisation that takes clothing donations and improves someone's life to show your support for your town today.

#NGO Near Me To Donate Clothes #NGO Social Service #NGO Social Work #NGO To Donate Clothes #NGO To Donate Old Clothes Near Me #Non Profit Organization In Vadodara

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equalityspotential · 18 days ago

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"The 4 Qualities Of Potential" Rediscover The True Meaning Of Potential.

Hello reader!

Thank you for your interest in reading my blog post, "The 4 Qualities of Potential". I assure you, you will not regret it and you will realize why shortly. As I am far from near to officially establishing my ideal non-profit organization, it is still the inspiration for the E-book I will be publishing on February 1, 2025 called, "The Unknown Potential". If you are interested in learning more about the E-book and or non-profit visit, our facebook page for "The Unknown Potential" by clicking the link below.

This blog has a slightly different purpose than what the E-book is purposed for. My E-book is meant to spread awareness and present a solution in hopes of gaining support as well as developing a group of people with relatable opinions to mine and willing to pursue the visions we have in common. This blog, on the other hand, is meant to strictly educate, inform, and update anyone who may be unsure of the reality of this idea, needs to understand more clearly what my mission is, is lacking knowledge on the information I provide, wants to watch and keep track of the progression, or even just want to read and learn about any specific approach, method, strategy, policy, challenge, concept and anything else that is requested of me to inform about. Now let's move on to the subject dedicated to this specific blog post...

[The 4 Qualities of potential]

This concept, and the information I share about it in this specific writing, is a concept I developed myself and is based on my personal logic and perspectives. This post is only meant to be perceived as a personal perspective with factual information to back up my belief of this perspective and not as a factual known concept that has been proven. Therefore, I would like to present to you this blog post as a literal example of itself and the "potential" (HINT-HINT) concept I talk about in it. Note that I hinted at the word "potential" above. This is because this article "has potential," "displays potential," "inspires potential," and "is potential." There is nothing but potential from pretty much every aspect of the perception of this blog post, and this potential can be harnessed and Utilized to anyone's advantage or even disadvantage, along with pretty much anything else you come across in your life journey. But only if the reader can perceive the potential that surrounds them in their personal life and unique situation.

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So , simply what I am trying to say is, that the information in this blog post, is to provide you with a logical perspective of what potential really is, how to identify and perceive it, and how to utilize the potential that is always surrounding you and every little thing that you do depending on the type of potential it is and the unique situation you're harnessing it for. I am also using this blog as a direct example of my perception of this idea or concept I am speaking about. You see, potential can be good or bad, it can come and go, it can be used or ignored, it can be large or small, it can be mine or yours, it can even be easy or hard. The cool thing is, no matter what, if properly educated, we can utilize it, no matter what form it is in, to our advantage. So, to make it more simple; I've categorized the main forms of potential into 4 categories.

[Personal Potential]

Now, for most of us, personal potential is the quality of potential we think we know the best. As for me, I've come to the conclusion that personal potential is what allows us to overcome challenges and even the smallest obstacles in our daily lives that can affect our ability to be productive and even influence us to be unproductive. Sadly, it is the quality of potential that we are the most blind to regularly. We seem to notice other forms of potential easier in other people, and situations than the potential we personally carry and play a direct role in our Dailey lives and challenges. [For example], We might see a friend of ours perusing a certain objective and be able to understand the reasons they are perusing that objective because it makes sense. On the other hand, when we try to reason with our own objectives and make sense of the importance of the steps it will take to complete an objective, we tend to get confused and oversee the reasons and likeliness for achieving our goals which causes us to lack the perception of our own potential for completing the objective."

The Oakland Raiders, for instance, have been the worst team in the NFL for over 20 years now. This is because every year, every new player that is drafted by the Raiders has to live with the perception of their opportunity to play on the Oakland Raiders team as only being good enough to be drafted by the NFL's worst team. These kinds of mindsets are the ones that deteriorate the chances of the Raiders pulling off a year of redemption and lower the level of potential they have to thrive as a team.

A good way of understanding our true personal potential is to relate it to our reputations. Similar to our reputations, our personal potential depends on the choices we make throughout our unique individual lives and how we choose to deal with our problems. Another important subject that affects our personal potential is our realization of how the smallest bits of change can act like invisible obstacles that we are completely blind to. Here's a quick example to demonstrate to you the importance of recognizing the small changes that affect our personal potential,

A friend of mine is always utilizing our friendship to vent about the problems in his daily life, which I have no problem with. One day I recognized that he had been dealing with the same challenge regularly. I noticed that several days in a row, he had mentioned that he was late to work because he kept forgetting to set his alarm clock to the new time he was scheduled to work." Now, there is potential that can go both ways here, and no one can change what way the potential goes except for my friend himself because it is his personal potential that is affecting his personal position. He can either keep allowing the potential to be late to work run his ability to do so, or he can utilize the potential to be at work on time by just taking the time to change his alarm clock to the correct time to be at work on time. The littlest configurations to our ability to achieve simple goals are the personal potential we most often lack awareness of.

To Utilize the personal potential surrounding us we must,

FIRST- Acknowledge the objectives we are pursuing daily.

SECOND- Develop a strategy for achieving those objectives.

THIRD- Configure our ability to implement the strategies we develop.

The personal potential is the likeliness of the configuration to our ability to implement the strategy. In other words, the likeliness of our ability to follow through with changes that alter our daily routines and obstacles is personal Potential. A good way to better understand personal potential and become familiar with how to utilize it is to try learning about people who are famous for being successful at what they did. And try to understand what their advantages were before their success and how they used those advantages to earn their success. Take Tesla, for example; once you start learning about his methods of operating and his ability to understand complex ideas, you will start to notice how he recognized these qualities about himself at a fairly young age and was able to start utilizing his unique talents early enough to maximize their potential. For a starting point, just start recognizing the problems and challenges in your life, especially the small ones, as opportunities to grow your potential by using effort and self-will to eliminate them or overcome them.

[Skilled Potential]

Moving on to skilled potential, it is relatively similar to personal potential. Just the same as someone's personal potential being very high or very low, or it can be mine or yours and so on... The difference is that personal potential refers to a specific person and the likeliness of a specific person's capabilities based on their personal traits. Whereas skilled potential suggests the likeliness of someone's capabilities based on their experiences, accomplishments, and obstacles they have overcome. Skilled potential is different and stands out from the other qualities of potential because it literally "stands out" like a soar thumb.

Now, the thing about skilled potential is the same as having a skill; it can be at just about anything. I know many people who are very skilled at being lazy. They have mastered the skill of sitting on their butts all the time and doing the least amount of stuff possible through every situation they come across. On the other hand, someone can be very talented at drawing or art in general. For example, a tattoo artist. It takes a lot of skill to become a well-known tattoo artist, with a good reputation. For someone to become this, it would take a lot of skilled potential. So, not only is their skilled potential for the lower aspects of life but also for the higher and anywhere that meets between.

There are many ways to recognize someone's skilled potential. In fact, I find it to be the only quality of potential that is hard to miss. The thing about skilled potential is it can be hard to recognize in ourselves. You may see your friend who has developed tons of skills in a variety of things and think of them highly because of their skilled potential. But usually, it is difficult for us to recognize how many things we have mastered ourselves and are very skilled at. This is important to realize because we need to be able to recognize when we have mastered bad habits as skills that give us a lower level of skilled potential. This refers to the example I gave in the last paragraph about the people who are skilled at being lazy. Here's a scenario that can help you understand a little more clearly...

Positive Skills

Negative Skills

[imagine you are in high school, you and your "special other" have just recently taken an interest in each other, and it is the first potential relationship you have ever attempted, but you really like this person to the point that you always catch yourself smiling when dazing off in deep thought about this person. Shortly into this pre-relationship with this person, this person suddenly changes their mind about you and starts seeing someone else. This breaks your heart, but the pain soon starts to fade, and a few months later, there's another opportunity to pursue a new relationship. This one works, and it is officially your first relationship, but another few months go by, and after feeling deeply for this person, this person's parents decide they want to move to an area far away, and your new special other is forced to leave you by demand of their parents needing to move so far away. This breaks your heart even worse than the first one. Right then, you start developing a defense mechanism by rejecting relationships, which turns into a habit. The next thing you know, you've gone through college, and you can't even count how many relationships were avoided to the point where you have perfected a system to keep anyone from being interested in you.]

This isn't the best example scenario, but it's the first thing I came up with. I do hope it at least gets a point across to you though. Anyways, it demonstrates how we can turn on our instincts to protect ourselves from emotional trauma and replace it with unnatural habits, and when we take it to the extent of mastering these unnatural habits, it becomes a skill and affects our level of skilled potential. Skilled potential, the same as all potential, surrounds us as if it were the air we breathe. The most important thing is to make sure that it does not become polluted and full of impurities but instead full of purity formed from our drive to succeed.

One way you can be sure you are not equipping yourself with the wrong type of skilled potential is by practicing to confront your fears. This allows you to deal with your fear in a more natural way instead of building techniques to avoid them that eventually turn into a wrong use of skilled potential. It also allows us to focus our attention on creating benefiting skills and habits that up our level of skilled and personal potential at the same time. If something goes wrong in life embrace it because it always has the potential to better you as a person.

[Team Potential]

Team potential is where it starts to get exciting. It refers to the likeliness of an outcome for two or more people or entities (organizations, corporations, companies, and so on) actively working together to pursue a common goal or objective. Team potential can be very effective and can be taken advantage of to create results quickly. The potential a team has depends on the potential of every member of the team, both personal and skilled, but it also depends on the ability each member has to work together. For example,

Someone who is known for their skills at cooking and holds a high level of potential when it comes to crafting a delicious meal but is not the best when it comes to working with others, could jeopardize the cooking crew's potential to provide quality food to its costumers if this person is recruited by the crew.

This example refers to the fact that it only takes one person on a team who is not a team player to mess up the flow of a team, which then negatively affects the amount of potential that team has of achieving their goal. So, basically team potential can be very effective and produce results rapidly, but only when everyone on the team is pursuing the same goal and is more than willing to work with others to obtain the result they are after.

Many different scenarios could be considered to have team potential; in reality, only some of these scenarios are actually utilizing team potential. The others are portraying like they are using team potential, but sometimes it's worth digging a little deeper to understand the true source of their potential. For instance, a relationship is often viewed as a team effort and it very well could be, as both sides of the relationship are after the same outcome of the relationship. If both sides are pursuing the relationship in hopes of different outcomes, then this is not team potential. And can actually be considered external potential, which I talk about in the next section of this blog post. To make things simple, team potential may not exist where there is a labeled team or assumed team at hand.

To recognize when a team you are a part of, (whether it is work, Hobbie, or personal life) is being jeopardized by one or more members of the team because of a lack of team awareness and by separating their selves from the rest of the team with goals that don't inline with the team's goal... I suggest tracking your team's potential. Develop a system that allows you to create stats on the likeliness of your team's ability to accomplish its objectives. To do this, you can observe each member's participation in the team and evaluate each one based on their effort, their curiosity, and their commitment. If someone seems less committed than they were last month and their curiosity has drifted to subjects that aren't in line with the team goals, then more than likely, they are negatively affecting the team's potential to succeed, and adjustments could be made to elevate your team potential to its maximum capacity.

To utilize the amount of potential your team has, it is important to know the strengths and weaknesses of the members and the vulnerability and advantages of your team so that you can place each member in the position that suits their skills and traits the best while at the same time strengthening the team as a whole. There is a lot of potential that can be harnessed and used when it comes to team potential but it is almost like gambling in some situations because there can be a lot of risk and opportunity for failure if a team is not structured correctly or lacks any bit of team participation by any of the teams members.

[External Potential]

Now that I’ve explored personal potential, skilled potential, and team potential, it’s time to focus on the final and arguably most powerful quality of potential: external potential. This is hands down my favorite. The external potential is not something that exists within us; rather, it resides in the external entities that surround us in our lives. We can view these as incredible opportunities because they reflect the possibilities that various objects, times, places, and ideas have to offer us. Every experience and event throughout our lives holds hidden bits of potential that many might overlook—until now. This topic has inspired this entire post, and I strongly believe it’s the one aspect that everyone should fully grasp and appreciate.Since becoming aware of external potential, I’ve leveraged it to transform my life in ways that words cannot fully capture. To clarify, external potential refers to the likelihood that a specific object, time, place, or idea can produce concrete results or influence the outcomes of future events.

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When considering external potential, think of it as the pronouns of potential. Instead of focusing on language, envision it in terms of external resources or value. Just as a pronoun in language relates directly to another word for efficient communication, external potential relates directly to a person’s personal potential and serves as a resource to yield more accurate results. Essentially, external potential presents us with opportunities to use to our advantage, helping us achieve the results we desire as we navigate through life’s challenges.

To illustrate what external potential looks like, I’ve provided five compelling examples:

[Example 1] - *An updated version of a translation dictionary.

(Note: This offers immense potential for individuals seeking effective communication with those who speak different languages, eliminating the need to memorize a new language.)

[Example 2] - *A creative product idea for a store owner's inventory.*

(Note: The novelty of this idea positions it to directly influence the desired results for the store owner.)

[Example 3] - *A long-forgotten dessert recipe that has been rediscovered.*

(Note: This recipe could dramatically enhance the popularity and growth of a struggling restaurant, significantly impacting its stability.)

[Example 4] - *A carefully chosen location for a surprise birthday party for your favorite aunt.*

(Note: The chosen venue can profoundly affect your aunt’s feelings on her special day, offering the potential to create a memorable experience.)

[Example 5] - *A change in the timing of an annual community meeting.*

(Note: This adjustment can either help certain individuals attend who otherwise couldn’t or potentially cause others to miss out on the important event.)

As you reflect on this blog post, assess how external potential can serve you, your family, or your friends in generating the desired outcomes. It’s essential to be aware of the external potential surrounding you every day, much like the irresistible treats offered on Halloween night. Seize these opportunities; they are available to you, but only if you actively pursue them. Recognizing and utilizing external potential is the closest we can get to accurately predicting the future in our current era. Master this concept, and you can actively shape the ideal future you desire for your life.

[Summary]

To sum things up " The 4 Qualities Of Potential" are Personal potential; The likelihood of an outcome based on your own capability and personal traits, Skilled potential; The likelihood of an outcome based on one's experience and accomplishments leading up to a specific outcome, Team potential; The likelihood of 2 or more people or entities ability to achieve desired results based on each person's or entities ability to work together and each one's mindset, External potential; various sources of potential that reside within the outer aspects of our daily lives, which can be harnessed and utilized to our advantages. Each quality of potential serves an important role in our personal and professional lives. If able to recognize the potential surrounding us and within us we and utilize them to our advantage and use them to manifest the desired results we work for everyday.

[Glimpse Into The Next]

In my next post, I will explore the natural laws of potential. I will delve into the roles that potential plays in manifestation and explain some of the dos and don'ts when it comes to the use of potential once it is mastered. I will also dive into the topic of the science of potential to point out the effects of using potential on yourself, others, and the world in both positive and negative perspectives as well as to demonstrate different methods of accessing external potential depending on your unique circumstances. Be sure not to miss the next post on potential by following me and if you enjoyed this content, please do like and share!

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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.

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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 ☺️

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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.

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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.

What types of prom dresses are accepted for donation in 2024?

Understand the criteria for donated prom dresses, including the condition, style, and size preferences of different charities.

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.

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