Why Give?

We started ASL CLUB because we saw how scattered the ASL community felt — incredible people, powerful language, meaningful moments… but no consistent place to come together. Your support changes that. It funds:

  • Free or low-cost meetups and conversation circles

  • Story-sharing nights and community events

  • Welcoming spaces where everyone (beginners, fluent signers, Deaf, hearing, hard-of-hearing) can connect

  • Partnerships that bring new voices and energy

We’re a registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization, so your donation is tax-deductible in the United States.

Frequently Asked Questions

  • Yes — ASL CLUB is a registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization under U.S. law, so your donation is tax-deductible to the fullest extent allowed by U.S. tax regulations.

  • Your donation goes directly to supporting the ASL CLUB community in New York City.As a registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization, we keep operations very lean so the majority of funds reach the people and activities that matter most:

    • 60–70% — Free or low-cost meetups, conversation circles, story-sharing nights, and community gatherings

    • 20–25% — ASL education resources, beginner-friendly workshops, and materials for learning/practice

    • 10–15% — Partnerships & collaborations (bringing new voices, events, and energy into the community)

    • Under 5% — Essential platform costs (website hosting, basic tools, minimal admin)

    We do not have paid staff salaries, fancy offices, or large overhead. Every dollar helps keep our space open, events accessible, and connections meaningful.

  • Yes — we’d love to have you!ASL CLUB is still growing, so right now our focus is on building a strong foundation together. There are a few simple ways to get involved:

    • Help at upcoming gatherings — If you can show up early, greet people, or assist with setup/cleanup at events, that’s incredibly helpful and appreciated.

    • Share ideas — Tell us what kinds of meetups, conversations, or story nights you’d like to see. Your input helps shape what ASL CLUB becomes.

    • Spread the word — Invite friends, share our page, or post about us on social media. Every new person who finds us grows the community.

    • Future opportunities — As we grow, we’ll open roles for moderators, event helpers, story curators, photographers, and more.

  • Yes — we welcome in-kind donations that help support our community gatherings, meetups, and events in New York City.We’re especially grateful for donations of:

    • Venue space (cafés, community rooms, co-working spots in NYC for meetups)

    • Food, snacks, or beverages (for conversation circles and gatherings)

    • Supplies (sign language learning materials, notebooks, markers, name tags)

    • Photography/videography services (for capturing moments and stories)

    • Promotional help (design, printing flyers, social media shoutouts)

    • Gift cards (for coffee shops, venues, or small event costs)

    If you have something you think could help (big or small), just reach out!

    Email us at contact@aslclub.org with a quick description of what you’d like to donate, and we’ll let you know if it’s a fit.

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Our Positive Impact

Your donation makes those steps possible.It keeps our gatherings free or low-cost. It helps cover simple costs so no one has to choose between showing up and paying rent. It lets us keep building — thoughtfully, together — until the space we’ve always wanted is real.