Pride Foundation

I still remember when our house had one phone line, a single telephone.  No voicemail. No caller-ID.  Certainly no cell phones or texting.  While the phone technology and capacity has grown and evolved – in its purest form – a phone is still for talking.  In the midst of economic times that are challenging for many and curious for all, Pride Foundation set out on our annual spring Phone Campaign.

From the start, our goal was to reach-out, say howdy, offer an update and largely – say, thank you.  We knew that the shifting job and stock markets might affect the actual tally of dollars raised, but the focus on great conversations with our supporters never wavered.  What is so wonderful about phone conversations, different than email, is that the interactions are live and one can truly experience the tone, enthusiasm and curiosity of another person.  From the first day, we were deeply touched and honored by the words of our friends and donors.  We received feedback, including:

“Thank you for calling!  I wasn’t sure if you would this year – and I was really hoping you would!  I wanted the opportunity to have an update and make my annual pledge!”

“My partner lost his job a couple of months back – and we’re going to have to wait give again until next year.  But we’re with you in spirit and we’ll be back!”

“Thank you for all that you do Pride Foundation!  Now, more than ever, we’ve got to stick together!”

Thank you – friends of Pride Foundation – for the reminders.  That generosity of enthusiasm and resources can shine through tough times.  That conversations are special and a privilege to have.  And, those good old fashioned telephones are a critical link to equality for all people.

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