Why We’re Taking Pledges Here
We originally planned to run our campaign through Indiegogo, but many of our supporters told us they’d rather see their full contribution go directly to us—not to a platform. So, we set up a way for you to pledge right here on our own website (actually, the pledges are done on Lizzy B’s (Gallery 39 is part of Lizzy B’s) website because that’s where the online store is set up.
To pledge, click here.
Crowdfunding is a way for a community to help bring a project or dream to life by contributing small amounts that add up to something big. Unlike a regular donation, crowdfunding pledges usually come with small thank-you gifts or “rewards” to show our appreciation for helping make it happen. Those are listed below:
Where Your Support Goes:
| Expense | Purpose | Estimated Cost |
|---|---|---|
| Custom modular benches | Seating + cat cubbies | $3,000 |
| Rescue area walls & doors | Secure cat-care area | $4,500 |
| Double-door entry | Safety & accessibility | $2,000 |
| Cat cages & fixtures | Rescue integration | $2,500 |
| Paint, lighting & decor | Cozy, inviting feel | $1,000 |
| Total Goal: | $13,000 |
Backer Rewards
| Tier | Pledge | Reward |
|---|---|---|
| Supporter Paw | $10 | Digital thank-you photo of first cats and your name on our in-store “Wall of Purrs.” |
| Curious Kitten | $25 | One admission (50 min, value $11.20) + digital art + name on “Wall of Purrs.” |
| Artsy Cat | $50 | Two admissions + limited sticker pack + online thank-you post. |
| Whisker Lover | $75 | Three admissions + Gallery 39 tote bag. |
| Purrfect Patron | $100 | Four admissions + exclusive t-shirt: “I helped build the Cat Gallery.” |
| Fur-end of the Gallery | $250 | Six admissions + t-shirt + VIP pre-opening preview invite. |
| Nine Lives Sponsor | $500 | Ten admissions + signed local-artist print + your name engraved on the cat benches. |
| Top Cat Benefactor | $1,000 | Lifetime admission for one + private evening for up to 6 guests + Founding Sponsor plaque. |
Donate
If you want to help without getting one of the rewards, we do take donations of food, litter, and money (we can’t issue tax receipts). When we receive food and litter donations it means the rescue doesn’t have to provide them. Any money donated goes toward the cats in the way of upgrades to their space, toys, cleaning supplies, food, and litter.