I have completed another rotation around the sun, which means it’s time to celebrate my birthday with another fundraiser! I started this tradition for my 40th birthday back in 2022 since I wasn’t able to have the party I wished for due to COVID’s Delta variant surge. Together we’ve raised hundreds of dollars for various organizations over the last few years. This year in 2026 I’ve chosen to fundraise for Mass Audubon.
Why Mass Audubon?
There are so many organizations that need help right now and it was so hard to choose who to raise funds for. Our natural world and conservation are always so close to my heart. Caring for our environment, plants, animals, water supply, clean air, safe soil, and preservation of nature spaces is something that effects every single one of us. One of the most effective ways to advocate and care for nature is through local organizations who work on the city and state levels to make change right here at home.
Mass Audubon is the largest nature-based conservation organization in New England. Their website states that they are “focused on protecting and restoring resilient landscapes, providing inclusive and equitable access to nature, mobilizing to fight climate change, and protecting birds and wildlife.”
Mass Audubon’s work has resulted in 43,000 acres of land protected across Massachusetts with 110 wildlife sanctuaries and partner properties. They work with the public to educate children and adults alike about conservation, wildlife, and natural spaces.
So, how does this fundraiser work?
- Donate $10 or more to Mass Audubon.
- Take a screen shot or save a PDF or document of your donation receipt.
- Fill out this form with your contact info and include your receipt.
- You’re now entered into a raffle to win art from me!
- At the end of March, I’ll pick 2 winners and notify them by email.
If you run into any issues with the form or the donation process, please feel free to email me at weyakin@weyakindesigns.com.
What can I win?
- I will pick 2 winners, randomly drawn from everyone who donated and submitted to me through the form.
- Each winner can pick 1 art print of their choice from in-stock options in my art shop.
- I’ll ship the winners’ print once they send me their mailing address and print choice.
Thank you to everyone who has donated to each cause through the years and for donating this year too! And also thanks to those who share this with others to spread the word. I’m so honored to have you celebrate my birthday with me!