socalledunitedstates:

socalledunitedstates:

Hey, I know I said I wouldn’t use this account anymore, but it’d feel irresponsible not to use every platform I have to raise awareness of this

The above video shows the current state of the Birmingham Free Store, an awesome radical queer space in my hometown that provides mutual aid by collecting and giving away various things donated by folks in Bham. The landlord for the building has been working on the roof lately, and didn’t properly secure the tarp before rain came last night. The store is now flooded, with much of what was inside - including the entire library section - destroyed beyond repair

They really need help right now, however you can. For cash donations, their patreon and venmo are both @bhamfreestore, and if you want to mail books or anything else their address is 3114 27th St N, Birmingham, AL 35207

Please reblog this, and copy to other media if you’d like. This is an incredible space and it really deserves our help!

Update on this situation: the Free Store crew has announced they’ll be seeking a new location. If you’ve already sent mail, don’t worry, it’ll definitely find its way to them. But otherwise, please wait until the new address is picked out. Needless to say they’ll be needing monetary donations now more than ever

I’ll try and keep you guys updated as this develops. Please spread the word and help keep this wonderful project alive!