Spring into Action with BVM!

Here's a snapshot of what's on the horizon [Black Voters Matter logo]( What's Up, BVM Family! As the spring season unfolds and nature comes to life, so do our efforts across our key states. Here's a snapshot of what's been happening and what's on the horizon:   Core State Spotlight [Celebrating community impact across our key states]( Georgia The Avalon Community Egg Hunt was a delightful success! Collaborating with the City of Albany's Economic Development Authority, we're proud to witness the impact of our partnership on local projects. Special thanks to Ossie Fair Housing, Inc. for their invaluable support. Mississippi Our team in Mississippi recently participated in the African American Male Run and Walk in Jackson, advocating for community involvement and wellness. It was an inspiring event, and we're honored to have been a part of it. North Carolina From Jamesville to every corner of the state, our team in North Carolina is tirelessly working to empower our communities. Through partnerships with local organizations like WC Chance/East End Alumni Community Hub, we're actively engaging with voters, one door at a time [Visit our website]( to track our [bus tour schedule]( and catch us in action next. [Catch Us In Action](   Ring in Global Volunteer Month with us! [Join the movement. Celebrate Global Volunteer Month with BVM!]( Join us in celebrating Global Volunteer Month throughout April! We have exciting opportunities for you to get involved and honor our incredible volunteers: - Texting Tuesdays: Every Tuesday at 6 p.m. ET - Volunteer Postcard Party: April 18th at 6 p.m. ET - "Volunteering = Black Power" Livestream Event: April 17th at 5 p.m. ET - Volunteer Celebration in Atlanta: Date to be determined [Sign up for Texting Tuesdays]( But wait, there's more! Take action with BVM on Action Network by [calling Tennessee Governor Lee to demand funding for TSU](. Plus, don't miss our upcoming events: - Sick and Tired Health and Wellness Resource Tour: April 19th - April 25th, 2024. Enjoy FREE food, t-shirts, resources, and more, featuring the premiere of a Health Equity film in Georgia, Florida, Tennessee, Mississippi, and Alabama. [RSVP here](. - GOTV Presidential Primary Tour in Pennsylvania: [Join us]( as we provide voter education resources and more. - Block is Hot Environmental Justice Tour: [Join us for the first leg of our Block is Hot Tour]( from April 16th to April 20th, where we've teamed up with Kendall Rae's Green Heart and other coalition partners. Kendall Rae, the youngest certified farmer in Georgia, will offer sustainability training at each stop. Catch us in Savannah, FVSU, Macon, Columbus, Americus, Albany, & Atlanta.   Dance the night away and support democracy at the JusticeAid 2024 Spring Concert! [Soul of Justice. May 21, 2024. City Winery in NYC. Doors open 6:30pm. Benefit concert for Black Voters Matter.]( Join us for the 2024 Spring Concert presented by JusticeAid! Immerse yourself in the timeless melodies of the 60s and 70s while supporting BVM's vital work. Every ticket purchased directly contributes to our mission of justice and democracy. Secure your spot today or consider donating to make a lasting impact. [Secure Your Spot]( [Donate Today]( Thank you for your unwavering dedication to our work. Together, let's continue to spring into action and effect positive change across our communities. - The BVM Team JOIN THE MOVEMENT [Support voter engagement and capacity-building through our 501c3]( [Support voter mobilization and political advocacy through our 501c4]( [Facebook]( [Instagram]( [Threads]( [TikTok]( [X (Twitter)]( [YouTube]( [Black Voters Matter logo]( Black Voters Matter Fund is dedicated to expanding Black voter engagement and increasing progressive power through movement-building and engagement. Working with grassroots organizations, specifically in key states in the South, BVMF seeks to increase voter registration and turnout, advocate for policies to expand voting rights/access, and help develop infrastructure where little or none exists to support a power-building movement that keeps Black voters and their issues at the forefront of our election process. For more information, please visit our [website](. Sent via [ActionNetwork.org](. To update your email address, change your name or address, or to stop receiving emails from Black Voters Matter Fund, please [click here](.