275 Cycle for the Cause Creator Challange

 

HI all!  Long time no post!

I have some exciting things to talk to you about.  (Also, incoming wall of text, but I’m SO EXCITED I want everyone to know everything!)
 
 As many of you know, I’ve felt pretty creatively stifled for a little while, and wasn’t sure how exactly to fix it – ESP during Covid.  AND THEN!   I had an incredibly cool opportunity fall in my lap.  What is that – you ask?  (Don’t worry, it’s not an MLM)

 It’s the 275 Creator Challenge as part of the Cycle for the Cause – the North East AIDS Ride.  (which, like, for those who have known me since high school – does this surprise any of you? I’m pretty sure the first real service work I did was for Aids Foundation Houston many many moons ago)

I'm so excited I don't even  know which part to tell you about first!  Just kidding, of course I'm going to tell you about my part first - lol.

The 275 Challenge 2021 starts August 29 and ends September 25.  And as part of the creator challenge, I get to choose my own challenge (based on the numbers 27.5 or 275),
 
 So – I’m going back to my old school roots.   I’m going back to short story writing!   I am aiming for 27.5 stories, each around 2750 words.  (that half story will be about 1000 words)

And, just for this, I’m reviving my years dead blog so you can follow on my journey – and keep me honest!   Don’t forget to check back here for updates and story publishing during the challenge!

 

How can you help?  It’s easy!  There’s a donate button here!  

For a limited time, I have perks!
 
 Everyone who donates $100 or more gets their own story a full week before it airs on my blog!  (Plus you can send me multiple story points you want in your story!) 

Everyone who donates $20 of more gets to send me one story point that I will do my best to use (story points include character names, places, plot point, even just a word you want in the story!)   

 

But Reesa – where is this money going to?
 
I’m so glad you asked. My team is raising money for The Center in NYC.
 
 The Center has been caring for the LGBTQ community since the very beginning of the AIDS crisis in the early 1980s. New York City’s Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual & Transgender Community Center (aka “The Center”) is a one-of-a-kind organization that empowers community members to lead healthy, successful lives. We proudly celebrate our community’s diversity and advocate for justice and opportunity.

What they do:

• Health and wellness programs
• Arts, entertainment and cultural events
• Parenthood and family support services
• Connection to community and resources
• And so much more!

Not convinced yet?  Look at how much good you could do!  Every little but helps!  

I'll post more as I know more on my social media, on this blog, and on my fundraising page - including the story of why I am doing *this* project and why both the organization we are supporting and the ride itself mean so much to me in the days ahead.  Hope you'll come along an join me!