The holiday season is often seen as a time of connection and care. But for deaf/disabled people incarcerated across the United States, it’s a period of heightened isolation and struggle. HEARD's Commissary Fund is a direct way to help people survive inside by providing funds for essential items like food, hygiene products, and stamps for communicating with loved ones.

Did you know that a tube of travel sized toothpaste often costs five times more inside prison? These extensive markups on costs and fees put the burden on deaf/disabled incarcerated community members and their loved ones, many of whom are multiply-marginalized themselves.

For over 4 years, HEARD has sent commissary funds to deaf/disabled incarcerated community members during the holiday season. Through over a decade of advocacy, we have seen that commissary support is a lifeline for people inside. This winter, we are calling on you to help us continue this work.

2024 Holiday Fundraiser: HEARD's Commissary Fund