Welcome to the YSP 50/50 Fundraiser event!
Support local creativity and get a shot at winning big!
Yazzabear Self-Publishing Press is launching our first-ever 50/50 fundraiser — where community support meets a little chance.
Here’s how it works:
Donate $5 or more to help fund our community-powered events, creative workshops, and publishing projects.
Every $5 donation = one entry into the pot.
At the end of May, one lucky donor will be randomly selected to win 50% of the total donations. The other 50% powers YSP’s grassroots creative work in the Bay Area.
How to enter:
Donate $5 or more via Venmo @yazzabearpress
Include "50/50" in the message or note
Every multiple of $5 counts as an additional entry (e.g. $15 = 3 entries)
Runs: May 1–May 31, 2025
Winner announced: June 1, 2025
Whether you win or not, you're fueling the kind of art, stories, and gatherings that keep the community strong.
50/50 Fundraiser – FAQ
What is a 50/50 fundraiser?
It’s simple — you donate, and at the end of the fundraiser, one lucky donor wins 50% of the total pot. The other 50% goes to support Yazzabear Self-Publishing Press and the community events we host.
How much do I have to donate to enter?
The minimum entry is $5. Every $5 = 1 entry. So $10 gets you 2 entries, $20 gets you 4, and so on.
Where do I send my donation?
Send it via Venmo to @yazzabearpress
Make sure to include “50/50” in the message or note field so we know it’s for the fundraiser!
When does the fundraiser run?
Start: May 1, 2025
End: May 31, 2025
Winner Announced: June 1, 2025
How will the winner be chosen?
We’ll randomly select a name from all valid entries and announce the winner on June 1. The winner gets half of all donations collected in May.
What does my donation support?
Your contribution helps fund free community events, creative workshops, local shows, open mics, and YSP’s mission to build accessible publishing and production spaces for emerging creatives.
Is my donation tax-deductible?
Not yet — YSP is an emerging nonprofit and working toward official status. For now, your donation isn’t tax-deductible, but it is deeply appreciated and community-powered.
Can I still support if I don’t want to enter the raffle?
Absolutely! Just send your donation via Venmo and leave out “50/50” in the message — we’ll know you’re supporting out of pure love.