THERE ARE SEVEN "steps to democracy" in The Civic Circle's program, so here are seven reasons join our "Freedom Grows Here" campaign before we ring in the new year:
1. YOU WILL BRING joy, connection, civic power and creative self-expression to low-income students.
2. YOU WILL STAND UP for tolerance, truth, compassion and democracy at a time when civil society is under duress.
3. YOU WILL HELP close the equity gap in civic learning and engagement, which dampens youth voter turnout and participation in under-served communities.
4. YOU WILL CLOSE the funding gap that is placing grants out of reach for many nonprofits, particularly arts, education and youth-serving groups.
5. YOU WILL BUILD your own civic participation, which often starts with a charitable contribution.
6. YOU WILL GIVE yourself a year-end jolt of good feeling, knowing that you have manifested this giving season’s spirit of generosity.
7. YOU WILL DO your part for democracy and The Civic Circle in a time of need.
This campaign has sparked tremendous generosity from our supporters in recent weeks. Thank you! But we still have still not quite reached our year-end goal for 2025. Help us over the finish line, with whatever amount feels right to you!