our transformative fundraising approach
At Freedom Side, we know that the path to a liberatory future requires building cross-class, multiracial communities united by a shared vision. We are committed to a transformative fundraising model that prioritizes authentic, lasting relationships with donors who share our values and are committed to the work of resourcing a more free world.
This is a unique project with tremendous potential to positively impact children and families now, while building toward broad, generational impacts for our city, our movement, and beyond. Join us on the path to welcoming our first class of students in the fall of 2026!
A cornerstone of our short and long-term fundraising model is organizing a base of donors who redistribute their wealth as integral members of the Freedom Side community. Donors are invited to become active participants of the Freedom Side community, including:
Attending community events;
Engaging in community learning opportunities, such as restorative justice workshops;
Joining us for community work days, such as prison letter-writing and campus clean-up days; and
Visiting Freedom Side once the school is open.
Our primary fundraising strategy in this phase of the project is to grow our base of values-aligned donors who want to build with Freedom Side over the long term. Want more information on fundraising? Reach out here!