Invest in the future of democracy!
Why give?
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🕯 Relevance
Your donation helps create real, measurable change in the lives of those we serve.
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☾ Support
Give back to something that aligns with your values and passions.
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⚘ Solution
Join a community of people working together to address important issues.
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✷Impact
Your contribution helps build long-term solutions, not just quick fixes.
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𝄞 Grassroots
Support local, hands-on efforts that make a difference where it matters most.
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𖠿 Inspire
Your generosity can motivate friends, family, and colleagues to do the same.
Frequently Asked Questions
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Your Contribution Makes a Difference
Lights on 4 Democracy operates under the fiscal sponsorship of Compassionate St. Augustine, a registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization.
Contributions made in support of Lights on 4 Democracy are tax-deductible to the extent permitted by law. A tax receipt will be emailed to you following your donation for your records.
Thank you for helping us shine a light on democracy, civic engagement, and community.
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Every Dollar Helps Shine the Light
Every dollar contributed goes directly toward advancing the Lights on 4 Democracy mission - producing and distributing advocacy materials, creating educational resources, expanding outreach, and providing Lights ON Kits to community organizers across all 50 states.
These funds allow us to scale our outreach efforts and provide "Lights ON" kits to community organizers in all fifty states. We maintain strict financial transparency to ensure that every dollar directly serves the preservation of democratic pillars.
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Your support puts the tools for participation directly into people’s hands. From light-sensing candles and Lights ON stickers to community kits and outreach materials, your contribution helps turn individual participation into a visible expression of civic unity.
Your donation also helps us expand Street-by-Street initiatives, connect communities, and provide materials to individuals and organizations that want to participate but may not have the resources to do so.
Every light shared, every sticker placed, and every neighbor reached helps carry the message further - keeping the light of democracy visible, one street and one community at a time.
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There are more ways to make a difference than simply lighting one candle. Every conversation, every shared message, and every act of participation helps carry the light further.
Spread the word. Talk with friends, family, neighbors, and colleagues about Lights on 4 Democracy and why protecting democratic principles matters.
Share the light. Help distribute Lights ON stickers and materials in your community, or donate Lights ON Kits to local organizations, community groups, and advocates.
Get involved. Bring Lights on 4 Democracy into your neighborhood, organization, school, event, or community gathering and help others find meaningful ways to participate.
Keep the light moving. One candle can start something. A community of lights can become impossible to ignore.
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Absolutely. A tribute gift is a meaningful way to honor someone special while helping carry the light forward.
During the donation process, you may choose to make your contribution “In Honor Of” or “In Memory Of” someone and include their name with your gift.
Tribute names are recognized in our Lights on 4 Democracy archive, creating a lasting acknowledgment of the people who inspire us and the values we hope to carry forward.
One light can honor a life, celebrate a legacy, and help illuminate the way for generations to come.
Your support, your impact.
Every dollar contributed goes directly toward advancing the Lights on 4 Democracy mission - producing and distributing advocacy materials, creating educational resources, expanding community outreach, and providing Lights ON Kits to individuals and organizations across the country.
We are committed to responsible stewardship of every contribution, ensuring funds are used to strengthen our reach, support communities, and keep the light of democracy visible.
Tax-Deductible Contributions
Lights on 4 Democracy operates under the fiscal sponsorship of Compassionate St. Augustine, a registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization.
Donations made in support of Lights on 4 Democracy are received and administered through Compassionate St. Augustine and are tax-deductible to the extent permitted by law. A donation receipt will be emailed to you following your contribution for your records.
Your Privacy Matters
We respect and protect the privacy of our supporters. Personal information provided when making a donation is used to process your contribution, provide your donation receipt, communicate with you regarding your gift, and, where permitted, keep you informed about Lights on 4 Democracy initiatives.
We do not sell, rent, or trade donor personal information.
Payments are processed through our third-party payment provider. Lights on 4 Democracy does not directly collect or store your complete credit or debit card information. Payment information is subject to the privacy and security practices of the payment processor.
Our website may use cookies, analytics, or similar technologies to understand website activity and improve the supporter experience. You may unsubscribe from promotional email communications at any time.
For additional information regarding the collection and use of personal information, please review our Privacy Policy.
Recurring Donations
If you choose to make a recurring contribution, the amount selected will be charged at the frequency shown at the time of your donation and will continue until canceled.
You may request cancellation of a recurring donation at any time by contacting us at [EMAIL ADDRESS]. Please allow sufficient time for your request to be processed before the next scheduled contribution.
Donation Refunds
Donations are generally considered final. If you believe a contribution was made in error, was duplicated, or was processed for an incorrect amount, please contact us promptly at lights-democracy@proton.me. Refund requests will be reviewed on an individual basis and processed when appropriate.
Tribute Gifts
You may make a contribution In Honor Of or In Memory Of someone special. Where available, simply provide the person's name during the donation process.
Tribute names may be recognized in our Lights on 4 Democracy archive, creating a lasting acknowledgment of the people who inspire us and the values we hope to carry forward.
Donor & Website Information
Lights on 4 Democracy
A fiscally sponsored initiative of Compassionate St. Augustine
501(c)(3) Nonprofit Organization
147 Martin Luther King Ave, St. Augustine, FL 32084
(904) 828-9697
By using this website or submitting a donation, you acknowledge the applicable website terms and policies. Lights on 4 Democracy and Compassionate St. Augustine do not provide individual legal, financial, or tax advice. Please consult your professional advisor regarding your individual circumstances.
Thank you for helping us carry the light forward - one person, one street, and one community at a time.