2nd Annual Route 66 Fundraiser
and BBQ

We are proudly hosting another fundraising event on September 27th, where our artists will be donating their time and talents to raise funds for the Maplewood School District Food Pantry.

100% of all proceeds from tattoos that day will go directly to the pantry to support their incredible work. We are also collecting non-perishable food items throughout the months leading up to the event.

Last year, thanks to the collective generosity of our community, we raised over $8,000, which helped support more than 400 families throughout the entire school year. We were blown away by the impact — and inspired to do even more this year.

To help us make this event a success, we are kindly asking for a donation of raffle items from other local businesses. This could be as simple as some swag to a gift certificate. But more than anything if you could kindly advertise the event and that we are collecting non-parishables at the shop the weeks following up to the event in September.

As you know, WOW (Weekend On Wheels) is a crucial part of addressing food insecurity in Maplewood/Richmond Heights. This program ensures that families have access to meals even outside the school week — and it relies entirely on the kindness and generosity of supporters like you. We were able to tour the facility this summer and learn that this program is COMPLETELY volunteer based. Maplewood HS faculty are the ones facilitating the organization, collection and donation but also guiding students to learn these contributing skills to carry into their futures. 

With your support again this year, we can go even further in helping children and families get continued support they need and deserve.