Community T-shirts?
Community T-shirts?
Flush with joy at reaching the 1000 member mark, we are redoubling our efforts to make this the greatest resource for the Multiple Sclerosis community, with the specific mission of bringing the world of cutting-edge research (and the hope that is inherently embodied in such research) to the masses.
We have two issues to face:
1) How to get the word out
2) How to afford our rising costs, since we do not accept pharmaceutical sponsorships
One simple thing that would accomplish both those goals is providing "This is MS" t-shirts in exchange for a donation. We've had a number of people request this, because in particular, our community's name is VERY appropriate for a T-shirt.
Let me explain: If you are affected by MS in some way, imagine walking down the street and wearing a shirt that says "This is MS"-- you're letting people know that the MS affects all kinds of people, just like you. Hope that makes sense
BUT we have made a great effort to make this a classy site, and this time-honored method of fundraising could be viewed as tacky. So we want to make sure we have your support before we go do this AND that the donation amount requested is reasonable (we of course would make exceptions for people in financial hardship). So please let us know-- would you be interested in a community T-shirt, and if yes, how much would you be willing to donate to the site in exchange for the shirt?
Thanks!
-a
We have two issues to face:
1) How to get the word out
2) How to afford our rising costs, since we do not accept pharmaceutical sponsorships
One simple thing that would accomplish both those goals is providing "This is MS" t-shirts in exchange for a donation. We've had a number of people request this, because in particular, our community's name is VERY appropriate for a T-shirt.
Let me explain: If you are affected by MS in some way, imagine walking down the street and wearing a shirt that says "This is MS"-- you're letting people know that the MS affects all kinds of people, just like you. Hope that makes sense
BUT we have made a great effort to make this a classy site, and this time-honored method of fundraising could be viewed as tacky. So we want to make sure we have your support before we go do this AND that the donation amount requested is reasonable (we of course would make exceptions for people in financial hardship). So please let us know-- would you be interested in a community T-shirt, and if yes, how much would you be willing to donate to the site in exchange for the shirt?
Thanks!
-a
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- OneEyeBlind
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Hey Aaron,
Count me in!! I think the T-shirt idea is great! And like Niko, I am a t-shirt and jeans gal too! I vote for Black! It goes with everything!
The cost should be kept reasonable as it will attract more people to buy.
Will there be a membership discount?
Count me in!! I think the T-shirt idea is great! And like Niko, I am a t-shirt and jeans gal too! I vote for Black! It goes with everything!
The cost should be kept reasonable as it will attract more people to buy.
Will there be a membership discount?
Karen (OneEyeBlind)
* I don't suffer from insanity, I enjoy it!
* I don't suffer from insanity, I enjoy it!
Great idea, Aaron!
I think that is a great idea. What can I do to help?
Is it too much to have 2 colors to choose from so that everyone has a choice, or are we trying to keep it simple?
Just let me know what you need from me and where to send the donation!
Kim
Is it too much to have 2 colors to choose from so that everyone has a choice, or are we trying to keep it simple?
Just let me know what you need from me and where to send the donation!
Kim
Kim R.
Wow, thanks for the great responses so far (keep 'em coming!)... mscaregiver (Philip) has graciously offered to help us design the shirts. I think they're going to look very cool.
Kim, we'll try and do them in different colors, but we need to work out costs from a t-shirt supplier first and make sure it is reasonable.
Kim, we'll try and do them in different colors, but we need to work out costs from a t-shirt supplier first and make sure it is reasonable.
Doesn't matter, Aaron. I'm in no matter what color they are. My theory on the black is that there are so many black t-shirts that the message might not get the attention it deserves??? I just think it's a great idea, period, and I'll order one even if they are green with pink polka dots!
Have a great week, and keep us posted!
Kim
Have a great week, and keep us posted!
Kim
Kim R.
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- Outlawbiker
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$20 for t-shirts and maybe $30 for sweatshirts?
Just a suggestion. I'd also like to see a cool bumper sticker or Window sticker. (NO MAGNETIC RIBBONS PLEASE! I AM SOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOoooo burned out on those stupid things!)
Just a suggestion. I'd also like to see a cool bumper sticker or Window sticker. (NO MAGNETIC RIBBONS PLEASE! I AM SOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOoooo burned out on those stupid things!)
Dx RRMS 10/2000
Avonex-2000-2002
Rebif- 2002-present
Provigil- 2001-present
Baclofen- 2000-present
Lipitor(statin)-2002-present
Celexa
relapses since 2000------ZERO!!!!!
Avonex-2000-2002
Rebif- 2002-present
Provigil- 2001-present
Baclofen- 2000-present
Lipitor(statin)-2002-present
Celexa
relapses since 2000------ZERO!!!!!
TeeShirts, Colors, and Cost..
I would love a blk tee, with the logo on it...can't wait to see the pics, when you get it together...
Take care......
Take care......
Every journey begins with a single step...Diane
- Toyegirl57
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T-Shirts
I am a newbie and just read the post about the t-shirts. Where are you on this? My son-in-law owns a screen printing business and I know he would give a nice break on the cost.....
Carol
Carol