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Donate to Get Bear Sumner Sr BACK ON HIS FEET! ❤️, organized by Hunter Silvestri

Hi everyone! I'm starting this fundraiser on behalf of my good friend Bear. If you know him, you know he's one of the coolest, kindest & most selfless people on god's green earth. Bear has been under the burden of tax debt which has been holding him back for over a decade. And the strain has been getting worse in the face of health problems, caretaking for his elderly mother, and irregularities in social security payment. Bear has given so much to us; I hope you'll join me in donating to help him get back on his feet. Bear has made an immeasurable impact on the lives of those who know him, and he's helping transform Rhode Island's economy for the better. He's the newly elected chair of Co-op Rhody, a board member of the Rhode Island Black Business Association, a founding member of the Break The Cycle Cooperative Hub, and a founding member of Freyo-Mind Flowers. That's on top of pouring his heart and soul into supporting his friends and family, especially his two teenage kids. Bear and I met in the course of our organizing work: like many others, we both believe in the power of worker-owned cooperative businesses and have been fighting for this cause for some years now. He co-authored the Break the Cycle Report , which shows how worker-owned cooperative businesses can give formerly incarcerated citizens the power to build stability, community, and generational wealth. It's an extraordinary piece, and at that just one modest example of Bear's impact. A personal story: I remember the day after my father died in a car accident last year, Bear gave me one of his classico bear hugs and stood by me outside White Electric cafe for what felt like hours. I showed him pictures from my childhood. We talked about Fathers. He made me feel less alone. A few days later, Bear met up with a mutual friend Emma and the two of them decided to put together a GoFundMe on my behalf. I can't begin to express what a difference that made for me and my family. Now Bear needs our help. "This financial burden has had a profound impact on my overall financial stability and has even affected my ability to obtain a valid driver's license. The work I do for these organizations is of utmost importance to me, as it allows me to contribute to the betterment of our community. Unfortunately, my financial struggles have reached a critical point. My bank account is currently overdrawn, and the accruing penalties are adding to my already challenging situation. I find myself in a position where I require immediate assistance to alleviate this financial burden and prevent further repercussions." Bear needs $5,000 so he can finally resolve his immediate tax debt. But given how many people love this guy—or love people that love this guy!—I'm hoping that we can share this far and wide to raise $10,000 and give Bear a safety net, too. We all deserve to thrive, not just survive. And we all know that for every penny we put in Bear's pocket, he'll give it back a hundredfold to our community. Thank you for reading & helping however you can❤️ Love & Solidarity! Read more

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Why GoFundMe Articles and URLs Appear on Our Website?

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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