01/31/2026
I am in awe. You, and the other beautiful individuals who graced our shops yesterday donated $4,008.85(!!!!!) to VIDAS (Vital Immigrant Defense Advocacy and Services). You did that! You showed up to help others in need.
After we closed our doors last night and tallied the donations I was left with goosebumps and wide eyes, and a feeling in my chest of pure elation at what we can do when we work together. Throughout the day I had the pleasure of chatting with a member of Veteran’s for Peace, children who’d dug into their piggy banks for donations, fellow mothers who I shared hugs and kind words with, groups of thoughtful teens, beautiful families both big and small, sweet smiling babies, and so many other wonderful open hearted community members. The vibe of the day was one of hope, and respect, and joy, and inspiring civic engagement. I am humbled by your generosity and your showing of empathy. I feel all the more inspired to speak up for what I know to be good and right. Thank you for that. All of it.
A special thank you needs to be said to our amazing staff. They are a phenomenal group of individuals. I am so proud to work alongside them and grateful to know each of them. Thank you for all that you do. Thank you for showing up for the community, for each other, and for my sister and I in so many ways. It makes me feel sentimental and mushy-hearted: we love and appreciate you.
Power to the people! May peace and justice prevail 💛✌️🌼
P.S. I would love to encourage more voter participation and registration. Maybe it’s time to start planning a get out the vote event?! I’ll bring the ice cream! Let’s gooooooooo!
****EDITED TO ADD: Generous people asked for the donation jars to return!!!! I will update our final total before we hand it all over. Thank you, Sonoma County ♥️♥️♥️