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<div>For generations, JP McCaskey High School has fostered a strong community of students, teachers, families, and friends, built on empowering one another and looking out for each other.
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<div>This year, the Class of 2016 is rallying to uplift the Class of 2026 as they celebrate one of the most important milestones of their lives. The final months of high school bring celebrations and gatherings remembered as the end of one chapter and the beginning of another. With the support of alumni and friends of McCaskey, we can help ensure these experiences are possible for every graduating senior.
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<div>On Thursday, April 9th, the Class of 2016 is hosting a McCaskey Alumni Happy Hour from 5–7 PM at Zoetropolis Cinema Stillhouse. Alumni from all classes are invited to gather together with current and former faculty and other supporters for an evening of reconnecting and strengthening the McCaskey community.
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<div>Join us in honoring our shared community and supporting the next generation of McCaskey graduates.
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<div>Donations help support the Class of 2026’s end-of-year activities, ensuring that today’s students can celebrate their achievements and create lasting memories with their classmates. 10% of proceeds contribute to the Class of 2016's 10-Year Reunion!
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<div>Whether you’re able to attend the Happy Hour or just want to contribute, every donation helps to create and foster bonds between McCaskey’s past, present, and future.
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Help McCaskey Seniors Go To Prom!

<div>Hi everyone! My dad’s house recently burnt down and he lost everything he owned in the fire. While the life of my Uncle Chuck and the animals that didn’t make it out cannot be replaced, as well as some of the sentimental items, Skip still needs to find a new home and replace his essential needs. If you have the means to do so, anything you are able to donate is very much appreciated. Please help Skip get back on his feet and move forward from this tragic loss.

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Help Skip Recover After House Fire

<div>We are saddened to share that our family; Reverend Eliduis Padilla and Carmen Ruiz who you may know as your local pastors at La Iglesia De Dios Inc. 133 Pearl St. in Lancaster, PA., Bethzaida, and her teenage daughter Angelica lost their entire home and all of their possessions due to a tragic fire that occurred in their apartment complex.
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<div>We are asking for support from our local community to get them settled into a new place, clothes, shoes, food, and basic necessities.
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<div>Any help would be greatly appreciated! We are also accepting cashapp donations at $CarmenRuiz2567 and Zelle if you have her personal number, a share is also very helpful, and the most valuable thing, a prayer… we thank you all in advance for the support! God bless ❤️
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<div>Nos entristece compartir que nuestra familia; El Reverendo Eliduis Padilla y Carmen Ruiz, a quienes quizás conozcan como sus pastores locales en La Iglesia De Dios Inc. 133 Pearl St. en Lancaster, PA., Bethzaida, y su hija adolescente Angélica perdieron toda su casa y todas sus posesiones debido a un trágico incendio que ocurrió en su complejo de apartamentos. Estamos pidiendo apoyo a nuestra comunidad local para que se instalen en un nuevo lugar, ropa, zapatos, comida y necesidades básicas. ¡Cualquier ayuda sería muy apreciada! También estamos aceptando donaciones en cashapp en $CarmenRuiz2567 y Zelle si tienes su número personal, compartir también es de mucha ayuda, y lo más valioso, una oración… ¡agradecemos a todos de antemano por el apoyo! Dios los bendiga ❤️
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Community Support for Four Fire Victims' New Start

<div>No one should ever have to feel the pain of the loss of a child. Please share and help this family as they prepare to lay their son to rest.
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Logan Gilbert

My mother, Cyndee Beck, suffered an unexpected heart attack and passed away on Thursday, May 27th. My family and I are trying to take care of her final expenses such as cremation fees, medical bills, as well as providing an event to honor her memory with all of her loved ones. Any amount you can give will certainly help as she did not have a life insurance policy, and the financial burden rests with her family. If you do not have the means to do so, any kind words remembering Cyndee or even sharing this fundraiser with others is very much appreciated. I know my mom had a lot of people who cared about her, and there will be an upcoming Celebration of Life gathering for Cyndee where all friends or family members are invited to attend. It will be held on Saturday, June 5th, at The Alert Club, 762 Crystal St, Lancaster, beginning at 6pm. If you have any specific questions regarding anything, please do not hesitate to reach out to me or another direct family member. Thank you in advance!

Paying Tribute to Cyndee

<p>The Starlight Saloon protects, preserves, and remodels a threatened historic 40+-year-old LGBTQ+ establishment from closing by transforming it into a progressive 2,864 SQ FT <strong>LGBTQ+ art bar, sexy social lounge, an intimate performing arts venue</strong> in Lancaster, Pennsylvania, offering 12 equal employment opportunities, while creating affordable and affirming housing for low-income LGBTQ+ individuals above its establishment! We are asking for your help in raising $190,000 dollars to bring this vision to life!
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<p>                                   <strong>What does this money impact? Where does it go?</strong><br /><br />            <strong>Welcome to Lancaster's LGBTQ+ Art Bar &amp; Affordable Housing Campaign.</strong>
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<p>                                                                          #makelancasterqueer #savequeervenues<br /><br />                                                ━━━━━━━━━☾━━━━━━━━━<br /><strong>                                                                   <br />                                                                           <a href="http://www.thestarlightsaloon.com" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">The Starlight Saloon</a> </strong>
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<p><strong><em>                                                                        THE CHALLENGE<br /><br />The Starlight Saloon project development faces a few challenges that could really impact the Lancaster, PA community. <br /><br />Challenges that include:<br /><br />∙</em></strong><em> A 40-year-old LGBTQ+ nightlife establishment will be threatened to close<br />in Lancaster City, where there is currently a lack of dedicated LGBTQ+ nightlife spaces.<br />∙ Unequal representations of inclusion along with power dynamics in social infrastructures and employment even as an LGBTQ+ anti-discrimination protected city.<br />∙ The restructuring of nightlife during an economic crisis.<br />∙ Shortage of access to safe, secure, and affordable housing to low-income LGBTQ+ individuals in emergency situations.</em><br /><strong><br /><br />                                                                                  THE IMPACT<br /><br /></strong><img src="https://d2g8igdw686xgo.cloudfront.net/54418498_1613403122425295_r.jpeg" alt="54418498_1613403122425295_r.jpeg" width="100%" media_type="3" /><br />                                     <strong>CREATING VIBRANT, INCLUSIVE ENVIRONMENTS </strong><br /><strong>                                         &amp; EQUAL REPRESENTATION IN EMPLOYMENT</strong>
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<p><br /> This project preserves a 40+-year-old LGBTQ+ establishment that is threatening to close in Lancaster City and reconstructs Lancaster nightlife by ending an eroding social infrastructure of unequal representation, power dynamics, and access to spaces in the industry. By taking an intersectional approach and creating important shifts in the social consciousness, expanding the circle of inclusivity by offering 12 equal employment opportunities regardless of identity, experiences, age, ethnicity, gender, sexuality, &amp; disability. An establishment that is affirming, not only in guests, but representation in ownership, managerial, staff, and on stage.
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<p><br /><img src="https://d2g8igdw686xgo.cloudfront.net/54418498_1613240008683117_r.jpeg" alt="54418498_1613240008683117_r.jpeg" width="100%" media_type="3" /><br /><strong>                                                   EMERGENCY LGBTQ+ AFFORDABLE HOUSING<br /><br /></strong>In addition, this project development presents affordable, affirming, and transitional housing to LGBTQ+ individuals without homes above the establishment known as the HEART program. These newly renovated and modern one-bedroom apartments will be made possible in partnership with The Lancaster LGBTQ+ Coalition. Together, they will create a safe and secure place for LGBTQ+ individuals to gain support in overcoming the obstacles presented by housing insecurities and be a part of a welcoming environment. 40% of the homeless youth served by agencies identify as LGBTQ+ according to <a href="https://williamsinstitute.law.ucla.edu/publications/lgbt-housing-instability/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Williams Institute</a> .
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<p><strong>        RESTRUCTURING THE ARTS &amp; NIGHTLIFE DURING AN ECONOMIC CRISIS</strong><br /><br />After the U.S. economy collapsed during the COVID-19 Pandemic it allowed the world an opportunity to revisit the arts &amp; nightlife with more intention. The Starlight Saloon will be a crucial nightlife experience in Lancaster, Pennsylvania as the COVID-19 Pandemic subsides. As the world begins to slowly reopen, the desire for human connection and interaction will be greater than ever! A rebirth of the arts is upon us, and we want to contribute to this innovative revival. The Starlight Saloon is preserving LGBTQ+ culture &amp; revitalizing nightlife in Lancaster City as we know it. In addition to offering equal employment opportunities to the community coming out of an economic recession, this establishment is dedicated to empowering, showcasing, and hiring performance artists of marginalized communities. The Starlight Saloon will be a place where your presence and participation are not only seen but heard, vital, and valued.
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<p><strong>“The arts are increasingly recognized for their value, not only to the welfare and well-being of our citizens but also as a contributor to the economic health of the commonwealth. A thriving local arts community has been linked to increased health, prosperity, and to innovative business economies in both rural and urban areas.” </strong>
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<p><strong>- Governor Wolf of Pennsylvania - </strong>
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<p><br />                                           ━━━━━━━━━☾━━━━━━━━━<br /><br /><strong>                                                                ∙ How Do We Get There? ∙</strong><em><strong><br /><br /></strong></em>This fundraising goal of<strong> $190,000</strong> is the downpayment to our SBA 504 &amp; SBA 7A loan for this project. All start-up costs have been calculated with our financial team and financial institutions.<br /><br />Your contributions allow us to acquire these loans which accomplishes:
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<p>○ Demolition of the existing interior<br />○ Architectural/Engineering fees<br />○ Construction and Remodeling costs of the following rooms: bar, social lounge, venue with a 562 SQ FT expansion<br />○ Remodel of upper-level apartments<br />○ Purchases of bar equipment, kitchen appliances and equipment, service ware, sound, and lighting equipment<br />○ Decor costs include furnishings, lighting, new finishings, decorative elements, etc.<br />○ Six months of working capital<br />○ Provide a gathering place for our community<br />○ Be a platform for marginalized LGBTQ+, &amp; QTPOC communities<br />○ Be a resource to innovative and independent voices<br />○ Support the local creative economy<br />○ 2.9% goes to the GoFundMe payment processing service charge<br /><br />                                          ━━━━━━━━━☾━━━━━━━━━<br /><strong><br />                    Do you support the arts? LGBTQ+ businesses? LGBTQ+ Equality? <br />                            Affordable housing? Diverse entertainment and nightlife? <br /><br /></strong>If you answered yes to any of these, then you can understand how important this endeavor is and how valuable it will be not just to the Lancaster Community, but as a model and example for other establishments of how inclusivity and creativity thrive together. <br /><br />                                         ━━━━━━━━━☾━━━━━━━━━<br /><br /><strong>                                                                            ∙ In Closing ∙ <br /></strong><br />Our goal is to evolve and exceed the expectations of what a nightlife experience can be here in Lancaster City, offering a wide range of arts &amp; culture with the intention of inspiring positivity to fans &amp; friends that share these values, provides affordable and affirming housing for LGBTQ+ individuals that need support in overcoming the obstacles presented by housing insecurities.<br /><strong><br />        Thank you from the bottom of our hearts for taking the time to consider <br />     supporting this campaign and the future inclusivity and equality in our city. </strong><br /><br /><strong>Your gift of any size will truly make a difference.</strong> We understand that everyone’s abilities and needs vary during these trying times, so we hope that this crowdfunding format invites people to support us in any way they can. Please consider sharing this campaign with your network of friends, independent presenters, and fellow creatives.<br /><br />                                                      ◤◢◣◥◤ ◢◣◆◢◣◥◤◢◣◥<br /><br />                           "The aim of art is to represent not the outward appearance <br />                                                  of things, but their inward significance."<strong><br />                                                                                 <br />                                                                                - Aristotle - </strong>                                       <br /><strong>                                                                            <br /><br /><img src="https://d2g8igdw686xgo.cloudfront.net/54418498_1613179513563781_r.jpeg" alt="54418498_1613179513563781_r.jpeg" width="100%" media_type="3" /></strong><br /><strong>                                                                     ∙ Meet the Owner ∙ </strong><br /><br />The establishment was revitalized by visionary - Ryan Gabriel Davis of the entertainment company, <a href="http://www.animalhouseproductions.com" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Animal House Productions</a>. With the intention of exposing a conservative community to a rich cultural experience and introducing them to a diverse social lounge and nightlife environment while making use of functional space to create and provide affordable housing for LGBTQ+ individuals in crisis situations.
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<p>This vision came to Ryan at the age of 13 while standing in the crowd at a local concert due to the lack of inclusivity he saw in artist line-ups. He spent the next decade committing himself to the arts &amp; nightlife of Lancaster, transcending the local scene, and forming a creditable production company known as Animal House Productions.  Most known for his work of creating platforms with artists that consist of womxn, people of color, and the LGBTQ+ community on line-ups. Ryan spent the past five years learning the fundamentals of business, writing and rewriting his business plan, touring real estate, and expanding his network.
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<p>Ryan is 26 years old, lives and is a native of Holtwood, Pennsylvania. A redneck one traffic light "town" based in the country of Lancaster County. His community work lies in Lancaster City focused on LGBTQ+ matters, the Black Lives Matter Movement, and environmental consciousness. Ryan invites you to support him in this venture as he announces and launches his life’s work as The Starlight Saloon to the community of Lancaster.<br /><br />Ryan Gabriel Davis<br />Owner, Manager of <strong>The Starlight Saloon</strong><br />Founder of <a href="http://www.animalhouseproductions.com" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Animal House Productions</a> <strong><br /></strong>Contact us if you would like to fundraise for this campaign,<strong><br /></strong><strong>Contact: </strong><a href="mailto:[email redacted]">[email redacted]</a>
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<p>Visit us @ <a href="http://www.thestarlightsaloon.com" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">www.thestarlightsaloon.com</a> 
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<p>Follow The Starlight Saloon on <a href="http://www.instagram.com/thestarlightsaloon" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Instagram</a> and <a href="http://www.facebook.com/thestarlightsaloon" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Facebook</a>!
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<p><span style="font-size:1.0625rem;">Hashtag this campaign at <strong>#MakeLancasterQueer &amp; #SaveQueerVenues</strong></span>
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LGBTQ Art Bar & Affordable Housing Lancaster City