Group of six people standing outdoors on grass, holding a banner that says 'We Start Here' with a blue and white location pin logo.

We turn care into collective action.

We Start Here strengthens communities by creating grassroots events that support children and families—especially those facing discrimination, marginalization, or crisis. Starting in our South Orange/Maplewood (SOMA) community, we partner with local organizations to amplify their impact through fun, accessible fundraisers that build connection and raise real money. Designed for sustainability, each event can evolve into a recurring fundraiser run by our partners. By making fundraising easier and more engaging, we help nonprofits focus on their mission while creating a model for giving that grows from the ground up and strengthens communities everywhere.

Group of seven smiling people posing for a photo at an indoor event with orange curtains and string lights. A hand in the foreground is holding a smartphone taking the picture. Signage in the background reads, 'Vote Sherill & Caldwell Nov 4th'.
A woman with red hair, smiling and singing into a microphone while holding a paper, standing next to a man with a beard, wearing a cap and a casual shirt, who is looking at her. They are indoors with a window and some string lights in the background.
Three women smiling at a park during a pride event, wearing black T-shirts with green and pink text that reads 'Reproductive Freedom Run,' pink feather boas, and colorful tutu skirts. In the background, there are tents, trees, and other participants.

Putting the “fun” in fundraising!

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