An Open Letter of Transparency to Our Community
In line with the ethics that have guided us since our founding, we believe that complete clarity and transparency with our customers and community is crucial at this time, which is why we are making the following statement.
Over the past two years, the For Everyone Collective has faced many challenges similar to those of many other individuals, collectives, and communities.
When we look to our community, we reflect that things are incredibly challenging for us all.
In our case, the continuously rising costs of printing materials, general operations, marketing, and employee medical insurance, combined with our commitment to providing fair, decent, and living wages in an industry that thrives on wage-exploitation, have all made it increasingly difficult to sustain our operations in the months ahead.
To stay afloat and continue our mission, we have taken on significant debt.
Despite these challenges, the For Everyone Collective has remained committed to hosting events, providing a safe meeting space for the local abolitionist community, and creating jobs for people directly impacted by incarceration.
We know first-hand that caring for our community, no matter the cost, is one of the most powerful tools we have for creating positive transformation.
We are now at a point where we are struggling financially to stay afloat.
We are drawing on all available resources to pay the rent, maintain healthcare coverage, and meet payroll obligations while also working to fulfill orders and restock our inventory.
We deeply apologize for any orders that have been out of stock or delayed.
If you have been waiting for an order, please rest assured that we are doing our very best to fulfill all back orders and current orders as we also work to secure the financial stability of the collective.
The past few years have been extraordinarily challenging, as we are sure they have been for you as well.
We have contended with the losses of family and friends, untimely deaths, rampant inflation, and the weight of the ongoing global g*n*cide being witnessed by us all.
As we continue to embody our values—being part of a flourishing community of abolitionists, practicing cooperative economics, and building transformative justice in our community—we humbly and sincerely ask for your support.
If you feel called to contribute directly, you can do so via our Collective Support Fund for as little as $5 to help us navigate these difficult months ahead.
We also offer quality custom screen printing services and would love to work with you or your org. You can check out our custom print shop below
We need our community now more than ever, and we know that the only way we can succeed is by working together.
With your help, we will get back on our feet and secure the financial means for longevity and sustainability. Thank you for your patience and support.
So sincerely and appreciatively,
The For Everyone Collective
The For Everyone Collective