Birth work is social justice.
Gather Birth Cooperative has always and will always believe it’s our responsibility to support the community we’re a part of. Part of our mission includes annual mutual aid goals to help the BIPOC, LGBTQIA+ and other members of the Minneapolis, St. Paul, and Greater Twin Cities thrive.
Mutual Aid Mission
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No-cost services
Our team believes there shouldn’t be a cap on no-cost services. We aim to provide complimentary Bereavement Photography, as well as free birth photography to BIPOC families birthing at Roots Birth Center. Our goal is to increase the number of families who are aware of these services every year.
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Mentorship
The Gather Birth team strives to use our collective decades of experience to support other birth workers in the community. We offer no-cost brainstorming sessions, headshots, and other business support to BIPOC and LGBTQIA+ birth workers.
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Dollars
We know that money directed to the right non-profits and businesses can be the biggest impact we make in our community. We aim to donate at least $1000 every year, with the hopes of being able to do more.
2025 Goals
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$1,000 donated to community funds
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$10,000 in donated services
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5 Mentorship Partnerships
Previous Years’ Contributions
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$11,500 of donated services
50 volunteer hours
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$6,250 of donated services
$4,500 in funds to local community members
55 volunteer hours
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$7,500 in donated services
$3,500 in funds donated to community members
52 volunteer hours
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$5,050 in donated services
$3,450 in funds to local community members
58 volunteer hours
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$3,000 in donated services
$1,235 in funds to local community members
25 volunteer hours