Dear Artists, Curators, Art Lovers, and Community Members,

This has been an amazing year of growth for LaunchPad; we received 501(c)3 status, we've hosted over 300 events, we've recruited an amazing volunteer staff, and we've launched a grant-writing initiative. We want this growth to continue while we transform LaunchPad into a totally sustainable institution that will serve our community for years to come.

And now you can help us achieve this goal by contributing to our first-ever annual fundraising initiative. This year we are aiming to collect donations from 100 individuals - even donating just $5 will count towards our goal. Help us keep growing, and you'll have the satisfaction of knowing that you are one of the original funders of this important organization. Please use the links on the left to make a donation today. Or you can mail your donation to the address below.

When I was asked to take over the day-to-day operations of LaunchPad on a volunteer basis, it seemed like a daunting task. But, I felt an obligation to the community to keep this space running. As a musician and curator, I know that often the most difficult part of planning any event is finding a venue. LaunchPad eliminates this headache by booking any public event that is feasible, and by providing a beautiful, well-equipped space. The friendly LaunchPad staff are an added bonus, they're always passionate about helping in any way they can. By letting the community dictate our programming, LaunchPad is consistently hosting some of the most unique and exciting events in Brooklyn. Every night that I'm at LaunchPad, I can't help but be blown away by the creativity and talent of this community, and it makes me so proud to be part of this organization and to volunteer so much of my time and energy to the greater goal of community arts.

LaunchPad is a unique space that provides an alternative to the bar scene. Almost any night of the week you can come into LaunchPad, pay $5 (or less), experience something creative and exciting, and interact with all sorts of interesting people who live in the surrounding neighborhoods. I like to think of it as a clubhouse for our community where everyone can hang out and share what they've been working on without any pretense. If you're like me, there's been at least a couple times when you came home tired from your day job, walked into LaunchPad, and instantly felt rejuvenated by the energy and creativity within this space. And, if you haven't had a chance to visit, I encourage you to come visit and experience this for yourself.

We've grown a lot in the past year, but we still have a lot of growing to do. Please consider making a donation to help us take the next big step in this journey.

Best,

Zane Van Dusen
Director of Operations

LaunchPad
721 Franklin Avenue
Brooklyn, NY 11238
646-494-7211