Since the beginning, we’ve worked hard to make our resources available to everybody who wants to be a member. We have, since we started, run a pretty significant sponsorship program.
We don’t ask a lot of questions, all we really need to know is that there’s a need, and there’s a desire to create, collaborate and learn and be part of our Brickyard community. We’ve helped out quite a few people – Right now we have two teachers from the local schools, who bring in classes of kids to use our RISO printer, two students working on their degrees, one person with a disability, one Veteran and a couple of single parents. All told, this represents nearly $1500 of sponsored fees per month, or $18,000 per year.
In past years some of this has been covered by grants, but honestly, we cover most of this expense out of pocket. We don’t talk about it, we don’t make a big thing about it, we just do it, and welcome folks into our community. But, of course, we could use some help and support. These memberships are for anybody with a need, primarily for Lynn residents, or people who grew up here…
Want to help us out and sponsor a member? It’s easy. Donate any amount, any level on this page using PayPal – you can use a PayPal account, or a debit or credit card: Donate
You can also send us a check, to The Brickyard Collaborative, 589 Essex St #207, Lynn, MA 01901.
Thanks, and as always, “Keep making stuff. Take care of people, play nice and clean up after yourselves!”