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on March 5
Desert Island Supply Co.
Posted project update #9DISCO build-out is underway!
Post CommentI know it has been a while since we updated you on our progress, but I am happy to report that after a year and a half of working with an architect and the building owner on the plans for the space, securing all the permits and raising the rest of the money for the work, the Desert Island Supply Co. has finally begun renovating its future headquarters in Birmingham's Woodlawn neighborhood.
DISCO has had incredible support from foundations and groups here in Alabama, but you and other Kickstarter backers got us going. We are still an all-volunteer organization. Our volunteers work on lots of little creative projects with kids from across the city, and so I love that our plan to build out space was kickstarted by hundreds of contributors from across the world pitching in what they could. Thank you!
Thank you too for your patience with our handling of the project rewards. Sonja Rossow, an amazing Alabama-based book artist, has made us a huge (16"x12") book of names, to which we will be adding your name shortly. We will also be sending out all digital rewards and the first batch of physical rewards in April. I hope they will be worth the wait.
If you're a Birmingham-based backer or you're just passing through, stop by and check on our progress at 5500 First Avenue North, Birmingham, AL 35212.
More soon,
Chip Brantley
Desert Island Supply Co.
www.desertislandsupplyco.com
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on August 7, 2010Funded!
The Desert Island Supply Co: A Writing Center For Kids In Birmingham, Alabama by Desert Island Supply Co.
The Desert Island Supply Co. gives students in the Birmingham area more opportunities to write.
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107% funded $21,460 pledged
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- Funded Aug 07, 2010
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on August 6, 2010
Desert Island Supply Co.
commented on a project updateThanks, Diana and John!
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on August 6, 2010
Desert Island Supply Co.
commented on a projectThank you, Cindy, for your support! Your daughter-in-law has had a big impact on DISCO's fortunes.
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on August 6, 2010
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commented on a projectThanks, Wolter Family! We're happy, too!
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on August 6, 2010
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Posted project update #8We Did It!
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on August 6, 2010
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commented on a projectThanks, Todd! It feels great.
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on August 6, 2010
Desert Island Supply Co.
Posted project update #792% Funded With 24 Hours To Go!
Post CommentBecause of the generous support of more than 200 backers, we're just $1653 shy of our goal with 24 hours to go.
Thanks to Kickstarter for making the Desert Island Supply Co. its Project of the Day on Tuesday. Most of all, thank you for backing this project and supporting our efforts to give Birmingham-area students more opportunities to write.
Until tomorrow!
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on August 4, 2010
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commented on a projectThanks, Lucas! With your help, we're getting there. It's going to be a busy 48 hours. Really appreciate your support.
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on August 3, 2010
Desert Island Supply Co.
Posted project update #6DISCO is Kickstarter's Project of the Day!
Post CommentWith only three days to go until our funding deadline, DISCO just got a huge boost by being named Kickstarter's Project of the Day. Go to http://www.kickstarter.com and check it out.
Thank you so much for financially supporting DISCO and for continuing to spread the word about our Kickstarter project. With your help, we're going to reach our goal!
Desert Island Supply Co.
Birmingham, AL
In December 2009, a bunch of writers, editors, educators, students, photographers, designers and artists launched a not-for-profit writing center in Birmingham, Ala., called the Desert Island Supply Co. Inspired by programs such as 826 Valencia and the ... view more
congrats to you guys! I hope the Supply Company does a bang-up business:)...
-john petroshius, Chicago
Thanks, Diana and John!
So glad you made it! As a retired NYC teacher, I know a good idea for kids, when I see it. Congratulations!!