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Over 1600 people have signed to fund Thrive House sign.moveon.org/petitions/th...
THRIVE HOUSE SHELTER NEEDS FUNDING
What significance does Thrive House Shelter hold for both me and others? The Thrive House Shelter provides a supportive shelter serving as a vital safe haven for countless black and brown trans women ...
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October 28, 2025 at 3:04 AM
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Shelter for trans people is crucial to survival.
Blue white pink colored clouds with message My name is Kara I am a black trans woman. I have been homeless for a week. I need to find a place to stay that is safe can you please respond back even if it's No. Kara C. 10-21-2025
October 29, 2025 at 1:10 AM
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Trans Survivors count on shelter for safety.
My name is Sophia I was arrested last month because the cop said I was somebody I wasn't and that caused me everything. I'm in Texas I need some where to stay for 2 weeks. Sofia
October 29, 2025 at 1:13 AM
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Trans people are louder than ever for the need of shelter.
Blue sky with pink and white colored clouds with white colored squared shape in the middle that has black colored writing 26yo black trans woman requesting mutual aid. I escaped an abusive household and from there experienced one domestic violent relationship to another until becoming completely homeless I need shelter Tiffany S. 10-22-2025
October 29, 2025 at 3:29 AM
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Trans people need support.
Blue, white, and pink colored painting of clouds in the sky I'm a black trans woman living in Austin Tx I was recently fired from my job they said because I was a DEl hire and they needed someone else that has more experience then me l have no way to pay for my rent and utilities cost $800 is there anyone that can help me with paying my rent? I am willing to work off the money. Amber Z. 10-21-2025
October 29, 2025 at 8:52 AM
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Black Trans women need shelter where it’s safe
Blue , white, and pink painting Message Black trans Texas connection My name is Shannon I am a black trans girl I am 21 years old. I need help leaving Texas I feel unsafe here Shannon H. 10-16-2025
October 29, 2025 at 8:57 AM
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More and more Trans people are asking for shelter.
Painting of blue sky with white and pink colored clouds with message in the middle that’s says Hey there! My name is Jaime, We used to live in Texas but due to obvious political tension and extreme instability and lack of safety for transgender people like me but I just became homeless Jaime C. a day ago
October 29, 2025 at 9:01 AM
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Trans community needs emergency resources
Blue, pink and white color strip background with message in the middle with white background and black letters that read Me and my partner have been evicted can you help us Elise Y. 10-16-2025
October 29, 2025 at 9:04 AM
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messages we get every week from trans people needing shelter.
Blue, pink, and white painted colored clouds with message in the the middle I need shelter. Can you contact me at my email? I can give you my phone number. Madison T.
October 29, 2025 at 9:06 AM
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THRIVE HOUSE SHELTER NEEDS FUNDING
What significance does Thrive House Shelter hold for both me and others? The Thrive House Shelter provides a supportive shelter serving as a vital safe haven for countless black and brown trans women ...
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October 1, 2025 at 8:00 AM
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Sorry that I'll miss Pete's Mini Zine Fest this year. Communiversity overlaps.
Flyer for Pete’s Mini Zine Fest on September 20, 2025, 2pm–7pm at Pete’s Candy Store in Brooklyn, NY. Includes list of zine participants, three logos, and a vintage image of a woman using a printing press. Admission is free.
September 16, 2025 at 12:33 PM
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BETTER TO LIGHT CANDLES By Merle Shain It is better to light a candle Than to curse the darkness. It is better to plant seeds Than to accuse the earth The world needs all of our power And love and energy, And each of us has something that we can give The trick is to find it and use it. To find it give it away So there will always be more. We can be lights for each other. And through each other’s illumination We will see the way.
September 12, 2025 at 9:36 PM
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Sojourners for Justice Press is tabling starting this evening at the NY Art Book Fair. If you're in town, stop by MOMA PS1 Thursday evening through Sunday. I will be at our table on Friday and part of Sunday.
Poster for Printed Matter’s NY Art Book Fair 2025 with large maroon text. Green text blocks with information form the background. The event is September 11–14 at MoMA PS1. Background is purple with a vertical gradient.
September 11, 2025 at 11:54 AM
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A protest flyer features a crowd holding signs and banners against ICE and detention centers. Text reads: "EMERGENCY PROTEST!!! ICE OUT OF CHICAGO! Tuesday, Sept 9th at 5PM, Ida B Wells & Michigan." Logos appear at the top.
September 8, 2025 at 11:13 PM
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I sold 2 embroideries so far and 4 left. Stop by at 629 Nostrand Ave. Here until 6 pm.
September 7, 2025 at 5:01 PM
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I am selling this baby blanket I made today at the craft fair. Stop by at 629 Nostrand starting at noon.
Blue and white granny square baby blanket.
September 7, 2025 at 3:50 PM
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Swing by TOMORROW noon to 6 pm to our Craft Fair Fundraiser for Gaza in Brooklyn - come early to get the good stuff, lol.
Poster for a craft fair for Gaza, featuring hands weaving fabric. Text includes event details: Sunday, Sep 7, 12–6pm, 629 Nostrand Ave, Brooklyn. Proceeds support mutual aid organizations in Gaza. Black and beige block print of an owl with bold, stylized lines and a swirling background, displayed upright against a white wall. The owl has a textured body and tufts above its eyes, giving it a wise expression. Two beaded bracelets on a wooden surface: one has white beads spelling "MUTUAL AID" and the other "SOLIDARITY," both surrounded by colorful and decorative beads.
September 6, 2025 at 4:06 PM
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More donations for the Craft Fair Fundraiser happening THIS Sunday 9/7 at 629 Nostrand Ave from Noon to 6 pm. Come out to support the fundraiser and tell all of your friends.
A pile of colorful acrylic keychains featuring cartoon fairies with different hair colors and vibrant butterfly wings, all smiling and sitting with their knees up. Three illustrated notebooks featuring portraits of notable women: one with a Black woman in pearls (Fannie Lou Hamer), one with a white woman in glasses and a lace collar (Ruth Bader Ginsberg), and one with a Black woman smiling (Octavia Butler), all on a wooden surface.
September 4, 2025 at 5:14 PM
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For 4 years, REBUILD has supported many people to access the therapy and counseling they need. The team that has made this program run has been scrappy and creative in trying to keep the program afloat. Every single year has been a challenge in terms of fundraising. But everyone has persisted.
REBUILD: Four Years Strong - With Mariame Kaba
Community organizers, program participants, & more celebrate REBUILD's impact.
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September 4, 2025 at 2:28 PM
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Some of you have generously made donations in the past and I invite you to join us on September 25 as we reflect on 4 years of REBUILD as well as look ahead. RSVP here: www.eventbrite.com/e/rebuild-fo...
REBUILD: Four Years Strong - With Mariame Kaba
Community organizers, program participants, & more celebrate REBUILD's impact.
www.eventbrite.com
September 4, 2025 at 2:28 PM
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Some people think that it gets easier to raise money when you show effectiveness but that's not true. If any of you have connections to ppl who want to fund a program that is making free & low cost counseling/therapy accessible to formerly incarcerated & criminalized people, please let me know.
Four people wearing Darkness Rising shirts smile at the camera. Text announces the REBUILD program’s four-year anniversary virtual event on September 25, 2025, featuring Mariame Kaba, with RSVP details at the bottom.
September 4, 2025 at 2:28 PM
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Over 3216 books were donated! My goal was 2500 and we blew past that.

I am soooooo grateful to everyone who contributed to the Bluestockings Cooperative book drive that I launched a few weeks ago. It officially ended on 9/2 but as you can see there are still boxes yet to tally. Thank you all!!!!
A stack of various cardboard boxes, some labeled with shipping information, sits on the floor in front of a counter with art supplies, a trash can, recycling bin, and a colorful painted mural in the background. A cluttered corner with stacks of books in boxes and bags, colorful sticky notes on a wall, and a black office chair on a wooden floor. Some bags and boxes are overflowing with books and gifts.
September 4, 2025 at 12:30 AM
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Sojourners for Justice Press will be tabling here. Come visit us at booth A3. nyabf2025.printedmatterartbookfairs.org - we'll have some new riso printed posters available along with our publications.
Poster for Printed Matter’s NY Art Book Fair 2025 with large maroon text. Green text blocks with information form the background. The event is September 11–14 at MoMA PS1. Background is purple with a vertical gradient.
September 3, 2025 at 12:31 AM
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A friend snapped this pic and sent it to me yesterday. It's from yesterday's large march in Chicago. Thank to the protester for bringing me along :)
A person holds a yellow sign at a protest that reads, "Let this radicalize you rather than lead you to despair – Mariame Kaba," with some words in bold red and black letters. Other protest signs are visible in the background.
September 2, 2025 at 6:03 PM