Speak Up Magazine
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Our mission: To produce a “street magazine” that provides a source of income for vulnerably-housed people and increases public conversation by covering issues of homelessness, poverty and social justice.
Validators
Matt- I am the Executive Director of Speak Up Magazine, and have been since June 2009. I oversee the development of a "street magazine" that gives a voice to people on the streets, and coordinate the homeless vendor program, in which homeless individuals sell the magazine and earn money. I also… More
Noah- My job title is Writer for Speak Up Magazine. My work involves reporting on Charlotte events, writing up profiles on the vulnerably housed vendors, connecting with new vendors and supporting current staff, volunteers, and vendors. What I like about my job is I get to meet and befriend individuals… More
Peggi- I have volunteered at Speak Up for over two years. I enter financial information, edit copy, proofread, write articles, take photos for the magazine, help our vendors when needed, answer phones...whatever needs to be done!
Needs validated
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$505of $505
10 supporters
Funded on 7/20/2013
William
from Charlotte, NC
Reel Men Mowing needs a pressure washer so we can increase our income and not end up on the streets come Winter. More
Validated by Matt from Speak Up Magazine
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$451of $450
11 supporters
Funded on 12/30/2013
Andrea
from Charlotte, NC
I'm a magazine vendor. Many customers don't carry cash, so I need a tablet, credit card reader, and internet hot spot to accept credit card payments. More
Validated by Noah from Speak Up Magazine
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$250of $195
4 supporters
Funded on 7/29/2014
Ruth
from Charlotte, NC
Staying in touch with my supporters & processing payments by phone will allow me to support myself and help me as I work towards permanent housing. More
Validated by Matt from Speak Up Magazine