Fundraiser for Fire Victims

[Jmetz]

I would like to see about putting together some kind of fundraiser to help the fire victims. I'm not really sure where to start but I know we have awesome people/resources here and I think we could do something great.

It would be awesome if we could make it an event somewhere with bands, raffles, food, drink, etc. But I would really like to do something even if that's just taking donations at a park BBQ or something.

[kawasakirob]

Good idea. I did not see this before I posted in the Non bike discussion. I'm down and would be willing to make a donation. Are you going to head this up?

Also possibly a list of people who are willing to take victim(s) in for awhile if their homes get ruined.

Kawasaki Rob- PM if need a place to stay I can take 1 person-or- a couple. Unfortunately my place is not that big but their is a spare bedroom.

[Jmetz]

I am willing to head this up. Obviously it will take some support but as stated, I would like to do something.

As far as places to stay and storage and such, that thread is located here:
http://cosportbikeclub.org/forums/showthread.php?t=46958

[kawasakirob]

Ok. thanks for letting me know I did not see that thread. And yes I would still like to make a donation.

[madvlad]

I am in for collecting food or anything like that... I need to do some research as of what stuff is needed the most

[Jmetz]

I'm thinking more along the lines of an event where everyone can bring clothes and other items as well as donate cash. And also hang out and have some food and drink.

[grim]

I'm thinking more along the lines of an event where everyone can bring clothes and other items as well as donate cash. And also hang out and have some food and drink.

:up: I am sure we have plenty of kids clothes and adult clothes,toys, canned food, and essentials we can donate to people.

[madvlad]

Maybe we can organize like a special bike night for this. I'm going to talk to mike ward to see if we can do a fundraiser based on service that comes in.

[kingtut]

It would be awesome if we could make it an event somewhere with bands, raffles, food, drink, etc. But I would really like to do something even if that's just taking donations at a park BBQ or something.


Maybe we can organize like a special bike night for this. I'm going to talk to mike ward to see if we can do a fundraiser based on service that comes in.

Great ideas! Count me in for donation and/or assistance.

[big53lee]

How bout a poker run. All rider fees donated. Id help out.

[madvlad]

Biglee for prez! Great idea dood!

[Ghosty]

Awesome idea! When you come up with the preliminary logistics, I'd be happy to throw this up on CRN for all the car guys that can participate. The majority are actually in or from the Springs!

I've heard the two best ways to get your funds where they're needed most is to donate to the American Red Cross and/or Salvation Army, as the two main repositories for the Waldo Canyon fire. Something to think about when deciding what to do with all your collections. Maybe split it half/half between those two, unless people have other organizations to add.

Copied from my post in the Wildfire Animal thread:



PET EVACUATION RESOURCES:

Rocky Mountain Health Care Services is offering a shelter option and can take small pets with evacuees. They are located on 310 S. 14th St. Call 719-641-2747.

Large animals can be taken to the Norris Penrose Equestrian Center, located at 1045 W. Rio Grande St. The Humane Society is currently at capacity and is setting up a second location, which will be announced sometime Monday. The following places may accept evacuated animals:
Canine Design Salon 719-227-7220
Sunrise Kennels 719-661-7036
Cheyenne Mountain Animal Hospital 719-343-3840
Lucky Dog 719-527-9663
Bear Creek Vet 719-685-1177
Dublin Animal Hospital 719-338-8935
A Cut Above Pet Grooming 719-630-7387
Lucky Dog Boarding 719-599-9663
CATS Lucky Dog Boarding 719-527-9663
Central Bark Dog Daycare 719-592-9300
Canine Campus 719-448-9600
A Paw Above Boarding Service 719-386-7291
Northwest Animal Hospital 719-593-8582
Camp Bow Wow 719-260-9247
Sunrise Kennels 719-598-8348
Aspen Meadows Pet Resort 719-282-6000
Picasso’s Pet Grooming- Security 719-392-4092
Rocky Mountain Health Care Services (Can House People & Pets) 719-641-2747 & 719-201-0247
Powers ER Animal 719-473-0482
Yorkshire Veterinary Hospital 719-598-3192

People staying at the Cheyenne Mountain shelter can bring small animals with them, but no pets can be dropped off without an owner.

[Ghosty]

I'm thinking more along the lines of an event where everyone can bring clothes and other items as well as donate cash.
As for clothes and stuff, here is the Care & Share info for the Springs:

http://www.coloradoconnection.com/news/story.aspx?id=770509

My friends just went to a dollar store and bought a ton of needed stuff, and dropped it off at Care & Share:


They are still in desperate need of toothpaste, mouthwash, water, shampoo, diapers, fem products, baby powder, non perishable foods, please help if you can.

[Cat118!]

Just throwing this out there too
100% of proceeds go to the wildfire relief
http://www.wildfiretees.com/

[madvlad]

Just throwing this out there too
100% of proceeds go to the wildfire relief
http://www.wildfiretees.com/

I'd rock one of those shirts during the fundraiser event

[Jmetz]

How bout a poker run. All rider fees donated. Id help out.

I think there'd be a lot of logistics in a poker run, and I'd also like to be in a position to accept clothing and other items that may not fit on a bike. With a stationary event we can pull more people.


Awesome idea! When you come up with the preliminary logistics, I'd be happy to throw this up on CRN for all the car guys that can participate. The majority are actually in or from the Springs!

I've heard the two best ways to get your funds where they're needed most is to donate to the American Red Cross and/or Salvation Army, as the two main repositories for the Waldo Canyon fire. Something to think about when deciding what to do with all your collections. Maybe split it half/half between those two, unless people have other organizations to add.

I'm thinking of splitting between the High Park and the Waldo.

[~Barn~]

Pre-ordered a "M.I.R"
I hope these guys make a lot of money for the causes.

[Keyser Soze]

Just throwing this out there too
100% of proceeds go to the wildfire relief
http://www.wildfiretees.com/

Those are actually pretty cool. I need shirts too :lol:

[grim]

I am buying the C with the fire in it :up:

[~Barn~]

I am buying the C with the fire in it :up:

Ha! That was actually my least favorite design. Didn't like the conotation of seeing the state emblem burning, but I imagine it's one of their better sellers. And hey.... whatever helps the cause.

[Keyser Soze]

I've ordered a few myself. Kind of passing this around and getting a lot ?'s about the credibility of the donations actually going where they're saying. Anyone help with this?

[Jmetz]

That was my first thought. With things like this a lot of scams pop up.

[Ghosty]

Guess it's a group of t-shirt designers with individual business links if you want to try to verify if they're legit. Their FAQ has tried to answer some questions. Looks like they're splitting donations 50/50 between Care & Share and Colorado RedCross:

http://www.wildfiretees.com/faq

[Keyser Soze]

I've seen that section, and for me, it's enough. Not dropping a ton of cash here. Others aren't so trusting I guess.

[Ghosty]

Same here, don't think $20 is too much to worry about. IF it was a scam, those designers are all in cahoots and need to be beaten badly and jailed for pulling something so elaborate off.

The only question I have is what percentage they allocate to production costs, but they sound pretty legit about finding cheap sources of materials, inks, etc.

[Jmetz]

Racines restaurant is matching donations. Supporting that and going down there as a group might be better then trying to do our own thing as it means more money to the cause.

Are you guys up for that?

[Ghosty]

7th & Sherman near the Golden Triangle neighborhood? How's the food? Never been, but I'm down, especially if they're matching!

[aerofaze]

I've ordered a few myself. Kind of passing this around and getting a lot ?'s about the credibility of the donations actually going where they're saying. Anyone help with this?


Guess it's a group of t-shirt designers with individual business links if you want to try to verify if they're legit. Their FAQ has tried to answer some questions. Looks like they're splitting donations 50/50 between Care & Share and Colorado RedCross:

http://www.wildfiretees.com/faq (http://www.wildfiretees.com/faq)

I am pretty sure wildfiretees.com (http://www.wildfiretees.com/about) is NOT a scam (I'm not affiliated in any way). I heard about it on the news last night. Additionally,

- The Colorado Springs Business Journal (http://csbj.com/2012/06/27/springs-designers-launch-t-shirt-projectraise-money-for-wildfire-relief/) mentions it
- A video of the cause was featured on KRDO News 13 (http://www.krdo.com/news/Wildfire-tee-shirts-benefit-Colo-charities/-/417220/15328712/-/14ecwtr/-/index.html)

[Jmetz]

7th & Sherman near the Golden Triangle neighborhood? How's the food? Never been, but I'm down, especially if they're matching!

650 Sherman St. Couldn't tell ya personally on the food but I've heard good things.

[Ghost]

Ha! That was actually my least favorite design. Didn't like the conotation of seeing the state emblem burning, but I imagine it's one of their better sellers. And hey.... whatever helps the cause.

I'd buy this in T-shirt form:

https://sphotos.xx.fbcdn.net/hphotos-ash4/s720x720/396795_10150919036008068_1224178719_n.jpg

[Jmetz]

I thought about trying to get that done. I don't think it would be cheap though.

[Ghosty]

Omgz, love that LotR pic! Too soon for fire jokes? :dunno:

[Jmetz]

I'm checking with a printer right now.

[Ghost]

Omgz, love that LotR pic! Too soon for fire jokes? :dunno:

Not in my book. You can either laugh or cry about it all, I'd rather laugh.

[Cat118!]

Glad you all liked I'm still trying to narrow down which I want

[~Barn~]

Update on the T-Shirt sales (http://usnews.msnbc.msn.com/_news/2012/07/03/12536833-t-shirt-fundraiser-for-colorado-wildfire-relief-takes-off?lite).