🏠 Help Us Find Our Home – Your Support Makes a Difference! 🚀

Dear BRD Community,

We're reaching out to you with an urgent plea: Brandywine Roller Derby needs your help to find a new permanent home. After facing the challenges of the past few years, including the impact of the pandemic, our league is in a critical position. Let us explain why your support is crucial.

🔙 A Journey of Resilience: In 2020, Brandywine Roller Derby made the difficult decision to close its doors temporarily to secure the financial future of the league. This hiatus lasted three years, during which time many of our members faced significant changes in their lives. Despite the challenges, our league remained resilient, rallying together to rebuild and recruit.

🤝 Skater-Owned, Community-Supported: As a skater-owned and operated league, Brandywine Roller Derby relies on the support of our community to keep rolling. Monthly dues, donations, and sponsorships are what sustain us. However, with fewer members during our rebuilding phase, our income has not been enough to cover our expenses.

🏡 A Home for BRD: Currently, we practice in a temporary space in Exton, PA, but it's not suitable for our long-term needs. The facility lacks the space required to host games, our primary source of income. Without the ability to host games, we're missing out on crucial revenue opportunities.

💰 Your Support Matters: Did you know that practice spaces in our area can cost as much as $200/hr? With our current dues structure, we're struggling to cover the costs of practicing twice a week. But BRD is more than just a team – it's a lifeline for many of our members. It's a place where they feel safe, accepted, and empowered to be themselves, regardless of financial circumstances.

🙌 How You Can Help: Your support, whether it's a few bucks each month or a one-time donation, can make a world of difference. Every contribution, no matter the size, brings us closer to securing a permanent home for BRD. Additionally, if you know of a potential practice space, please reach out to us – your assistance could be the key to our future. Contact brdfyi@gmail.com to start a conversation with us.

🗣 Partner with Us: Are you a business or organization that shares our values? We're interested in forming partnerships and collaborations that benefit both parties. Together, we can make a positive impact in our community. Contact brdfyi@gmail.com to start a conversation with us.

🚀 Together, We Can Find Our Home: Our main goal right now is to raise enough funds to secure a permanent practice space where we can continue to grow, thrive, and make a positive impact in our community. With your help, we can make this dream a reality.

Thank you for standing by us during this crucial time. Your support means everything to us.

Skate on,
Brandywine Roller Derby

At Brandywine Roller Derby (BRD), we're not just about the sport – we're about making a positive impact, both on the track and in our community. With inclusivity at our core, we're on a mission to redefine athleticism, creating a safe space where everyone is celebrated for who they are.

🚀 Our Vision:
✨ Be a Positive Force Locally: Through outreach and community engagement, we aim to uplift and support those around us, spreading joy and empowerment wherever we go.
✨ Drive Change in Roller Derby: Brandywine Roller Derby is Chester County, Pennsylvania's first and only Flat-Track Roller Derby Team. We are proud to be an all-gender inclusive team. We're committed to promoting inclusivity and acceptance within the roller derby community, challenging stereotypes and paving the way for a more diverse and welcoming sport.
✨ Redefine Athleticism: At BRD, we believe that true athleticism is about more than just physical prowess – it's about embracing your unique strengths and identity, fostering a culture of self-expression and confidence.

🏠 💰BRD Fund for a New Home 💰 🏠

🚨 Help Us Find Our New Home! 🚨

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