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Donate to Emergency Repairs for our Mobile Service Fleet, organized by Archangel Raphaels Mission Inc.

Hygiene and dignity are human rights, that's why we need your help to continue providing access to our services In case you’re the TL:DR type; two of our most important assets: our truck and barbershop have experienced some emergency repair needs. As we look to close out our biggest season yet strong, we are asking for your help in supporting our emergency repairs with a $30 donation! We are Archangel Raphael’s Mission (known as ARM for short). For the last 10 years, we have been providing access to health and hygiene services to anyone in need across central and north Jersey in a way that honors the dignity and agency of all. Our two primary operations focus on the novel needs of access to showers and bathrooms and access to haircuts. We believe dignity is a right for all. A shower or a haircut can instantly change how we feel about ourselves, but we’re aware of the fact that houselessness, lack of water access, lack of funds, and emergency situations make it so that not everyone can engage in these basic forms of personal care. This realization inspired us to build and launch our mobile shower unit. It’s a trailer containing two bathrooms with a sink, toilet, and shower each. We can tow and park this unit just about anywhere to present our guests with a streetside spa-like experience. Last year, we followed that up with our mobile barbershop. This is another similar trailer that houses everything needed for professional volunteer barbers to provide haircuts, shapeups, and styling services to keep our guests feeling fresh and looking great. We believe that everyone deserves the ability to look and feel good about themselves. Of course another vital part of our operation is our truck/trailer combos that allow us to bring services to the places our guests can access easily. This summer has been the pinnacle of our work, providing dual deployments of our barbershop and shower unit all across the state. To date this year we have had nearly 300 visits, where guests can grab a shower, haircut, fill their water bottle, grab a toiletry kit, or just hang out for some pleasant company. To help us close out this season strong; were asking you for your help in managing some emergency repair expenses we’ve had over the last few weeks. The issues we’re having include: The mobile barbershop got a flat on the New Jersey Turnpike, costing $500 for emergency repairs. The brakes on the mobile barbershop were also affected on that trip which is an additional $300. The truck we use to tow both trailers presented with engine AND transmission problems on our return from our most recent event (white smoke pouring from engine and jumping shifting). The truck is currently sitting at the mechanic. The mechanic shared it may not be covered under warranty, which could be north of $5000. Because the truck is at the mechanic, we need to rent a truck for the remaining month or more of service, which will run us at least $2000. While we budget to have some reserves for emergency repairs and the like - this is above and beyond what we were expecting this year. As a result, we’re asking our supporters and partners to help to raise $3000 (100 people giving $30) which will cover our immediate truck repair/rental needs that we need to finish out the season. If you’ve been on the fence about supporting ARM’s mission - now is the time! Your gifts today will help provide the most urgent of repairs so we can meet the most basic of needs. Also for those interested in making direct and/or monthly donations to sustain our work, you can visit www.arm.gives/donate to process a one time, weekly, monthly, quarterly, or annual donation! Anything raised above our $3,000 goal during this campaign will go to covering any further maintenance or repairs on the rigs. Hygiene is a human right, it's time we act like it. Read more

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Why GoFundMe Articles and URLs Appear on Our Website and How We Support Other GoFundMe Campaigns

At LFEBridge Foundation, we are dedicated to creating a platform where individuals and organizations can maximize their fundraising efforts. As part of our commitment to supporting a wide range of causes, we incorporate articles and URLs from GoFundMe into our website. Here’s why you might see GoFundMe content on our site, how it benefits the fundraising community, and our relationship with GoFundMe:

1. Amplifying Reach for Fundraising Campaigns

Increased Visibility: By featuring GoFundMe articles and URLs on our platform, we help increase the visibility of various fundraising campaigns. This additional exposure can attract more donors and supporters, helping campaigns achieve their goals more quickly.
Cross-Promotional Opportunities: Highlighting campaigns from GoFundMe allows us to support a broader spectrum of causes and connect with a wider audience. This cross-promotion benefits both the campaign organizers and potential donors looking for causes to support.

2. Supporting Campaign Growth

Advertising and Promotion: We understand the importance of visibility in successful fundraising. By showcasing GoFundMe campaigns, we provide an advertising platform that helps these campaigns reach potential donors who might not have discovered them otherwise.
Strategic Partnerships: Collaborating with GoFundMe and featuring their campaigns on our site strengthens the fundraising ecosystem, ensuring that worthwhile causes receive the attention and support they deserve.

3. Expanding Donor Networks

Broader Donor Base: Featuring a variety of campaigns from different platforms helps diversify and expand the donor base. This means more people can learn about and contribute to a variety of causes, ultimately driving higher engagement and donations.
Enhanced Outreach: By integrating GoFundMe content, we help campaigns tap into new networks and communities, broadening their reach and potential impact.

How We Help Other GoFundMe Campaigns Grow

1. Featured Campaigns Section

Highlighting Noteworthy Campaigns: We have a dedicated section on our website where we feature noteworthy GoFundMe campaigns. This not only gives these campaigns a spotlight but also encourages visitors to explore and contribute to them.
Rotating Features: To ensure a diverse range of campaigns get visibility, we regularly rotate the featured campaigns. This continuous update keeps the content fresh and engaging for our audience.

2. Social Media Promotion

Sharing Across Platforms: We share selected GoFundMe campaigns on our social media channels to reach a broader audience. Our followers, in turn, can share these posts, amplifying the reach even further.
Engagement Strategies: Utilizing effective engagement strategies, such as storytelling and compelling visuals, we enhance the appeal of these campaigns, driving more traffic and donations.

3. Email Newsletters

Campaign Highlights: Our email newsletters often include highlights of impactful GoFundMe campaigns. By doing so, we bring these causes directly to the inboxes of our subscribers, encouraging more people to get involved and donate.
Donor Updates: We keep our donors informed about the progress and success of the campaigns they have supported, fostering a sense of community and continued engagement.

LFEBridge Foundation's Independence

It’s important to clarify that LFEBridge Foundation is an independent entity and is not part of or affiliated with GoFundMe. While we feature and support GoFundMe campaigns on our site, we operate as a separate foundation dedicated to collecting donations for various causes, similar to GoFundMe. Many of these causes are displayed on our website to provide donors with a wide range of options to support.

Conclusion

By featuring GoFundMe articles and URLs on our website, LFEBridge Foundation supports a wide array of fundraising campaigns, helping them gain the visibility and donations they need to succeed. Through our promotional efforts and strategic partnerships, we aim to create a robust and supportive environment for all fundraising initiatives.

For more information on how we support fundraising campaigns or to explore featured campaigns, visit https://LFEBridge.com or contact us at support@lfebridge.com.

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