{"id":492,"date":"2026-04-08T11:30:33","date_gmt":"2026-04-08T15:30:33","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/blackwonderland.org\/?page_id=492"},"modified":"2026-04-08T11:30:33","modified_gmt":"2026-04-08T15:30:33","slug":"support-black-wonderland-%f0%9f%92%ab","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/blackwonderland.org\/?page_id=492","title":{"rendered":"Support Black Wonderland \ud83d\udcab"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>Black Wonderland is more than a party series, it\u2019s a living, breathing community rooted in joy, curiosity, and connection for Black queer folks and our extended family.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>From craft days to dance floors, from outdoor adventures to new experiences, everything we create is about bringing people together in ways that feel safe, expansive, and genuinely fun.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Why We Ask for Support<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Black Wonderland is entirely volunteer-run.<br>No one behind the scenes is taking a salary &#8211; including myself, as the founder. Every single dollar goes right back into the experiences we create.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Your support helps us:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Keep events free or low-cost so they stay accessible<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Pay Black queer artists, DJs, hosts, and collaborators fairly<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Cover supplies, venues, and production costs<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Dream up new, creative experiences for the community<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Where Your Money Goes<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>We believe in transparency and intention. When you donate, you\u2019re directly funding:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Artist and performer compensation<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Event materials (craft supplies, d\u00e9cor, etc.)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Venue and operational costs<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Community-building experiences that center joy<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>This Is Bigger Than an Event<\/strong><br><br>We&#8217;re building something that lasts, a space where people feel seen, celebrated, and inspired to try something new.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>A space where Black queer joy is the foundation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>If You\u2019re Able to Give\u2026 Thank You \ud83d\udc96<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Whether it\u2019s $5 or $50, your contribution truly makes a difference. 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