A Call For Your Support
Greetings herb friends!
A new season is upon us, can you feel it in the air? No, we’re not talking about the weather. It’s Giving Season! A beautiful time to support and uplift organizations near and far who are doing important work in their communities. We’re hoping that this season, you’ll consider supporting our community work for herbal justice at Railyard Apothecary!
Our Work
Through the Herbal Justice Fund, Railyard Apothecary offers herbs to BIPOC individuals as a form of reparations, as well as to individuals who can’t afford herbal medicine. The fund currently serves between 40-50 members. As a member of the fund, you are able to receive up to $50/month worth of bulk herbs and tinctures, discounts on consultations and free attendance to Railyard sponsored classes.
Our Impact
In 2019 we shared about $700 worth of herbs and herbal consultations. In 2020 that number more than tripled to $2,200. As of September 2021, we’ve shared $4000, in herbs and consultations! We are far outpacing last year, with an average of $500 per month.
The Power of Choice
We believe in health sovereignty- the ability of people to choose health care options that are socio-culturally relevant. We believe that herbal justice means incorporating choice and access to herbal education. Individuals should be able to choose which plants they work with, which medicine is right for them, and which herbal educational opportunities to pursue. We are excited to expand our member base for 2022 and offer more folks the agency to make personal health-related decisions.
Our Purchasing
At Railyard Apothecary we strive to purchase herbs that are grown and harvested with care so that we can offer the best medicine to our community - ecologically, socially and spiritually sound.
How You Can Help
We haven’t been able to accept new members since last year, so we’re setting an ambitious goal this Giving Season: We’re hoping to recruit 50 sustaining monthly donors for the fund. With a reliable source of funding, we’ll be able to expand our member base in 2022 and extend our offerings to more folks in our community who are interested in herbal medicine. With your support, we can make this happen! Here are a few suggestions, but feel free to donate as much or as little as you can. We’re also offering a few incentives to donate ;-).
$5/month- a big THANK YOU from all of us at Railyard
$10/month- receive 10% off your next purchase at Railyard Apothecary
$25/month - above plus free 30-min. consultation with any Railyard herbalist
$50/month - above plus free 2-hour herb consultation with any Railyard herbalist
***We are also accepting one-time donations.
What does my donation cover?
$10 covers 4 ounces worth of herbs OR 1 ounce of herbal tincture.
$25 covers 8 ounces worth of herbs OR 2 ounces of herbal tincture each month.
$50 covers 1 pound of herbs OR 4 ounces of herbal tincture each month.
Thank you so much for your consideration and your support. We couldn't do it without you, and our community is healthier and stronger for it.
With appreciation,
The Railyard Apothecary Team
A new season is upon us, can you feel it in the air? No, we’re not talking about the weather. It’s Giving Season! A beautiful time to support and uplift organizations near and far who are doing important work in their communities. We’re hoping that this season, you’ll consider supporting our community work for herbal justice at Railyard Apothecary!
Our Work
Through the Herbal Justice Fund, Railyard Apothecary offers herbs to BIPOC individuals as a form of reparations, as well as to individuals who can’t afford herbal medicine. The fund currently serves between 40-50 members. As a member of the fund, you are able to receive up to $50/month worth of bulk herbs and tinctures, discounts on consultations and free attendance to Railyard sponsored classes.
Our Impact
In 2019 we shared about $700 worth of herbs and herbal consultations. In 2020 that number more than tripled to $2,200. As of September 2021, we’ve shared $4000, in herbs and consultations! We are far outpacing last year, with an average of $500 per month.
The Power of Choice
We believe in health sovereignty- the ability of people to choose health care options that are socio-culturally relevant. We believe that herbal justice means incorporating choice and access to herbal education. Individuals should be able to choose which plants they work with, which medicine is right for them, and which herbal educational opportunities to pursue. We are excited to expand our member base for 2022 and offer more folks the agency to make personal health-related decisions.
Our Purchasing
At Railyard Apothecary we strive to purchase herbs that are grown and harvested with care so that we can offer the best medicine to our community - ecologically, socially and spiritually sound.
How You Can Help
We haven’t been able to accept new members since last year, so we’re setting an ambitious goal this Giving Season: We’re hoping to recruit 50 sustaining monthly donors for the fund. With a reliable source of funding, we’ll be able to expand our member base in 2022 and extend our offerings to more folks in our community who are interested in herbal medicine. With your support, we can make this happen! Here are a few suggestions, but feel free to donate as much or as little as you can. We’re also offering a few incentives to donate ;-).
$5/month- a big THANK YOU from all of us at Railyard
$10/month- receive 10% off your next purchase at Railyard Apothecary
$25/month - above plus free 30-min. consultation with any Railyard herbalist
$50/month - above plus free 2-hour herb consultation with any Railyard herbalist
***We are also accepting one-time donations.
What does my donation cover?
$10 covers 4 ounces worth of herbs OR 1 ounce of herbal tincture.
$25 covers 8 ounces worth of herbs OR 2 ounces of herbal tincture each month.
$50 covers 1 pound of herbs OR 4 ounces of herbal tincture each month.
Thank you so much for your consideration and your support. We couldn't do it without you, and our community is healthier and stronger for it.
With appreciation,
The Railyard Apothecary Team
We also support Zenbarn Farm's Equity Fund through a portion of retail sales. We invite you to check them out and offer your support as well!
Herbal Justice FundThe herbal Justice Fund is a mechanism for providing services, scholarships, and herbs to our community. The fund provides herbs and services to BIPOC as reparations, as well as to individuals with financial need.
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PLEASE NOTE: Due to high demand and low funds we are currently not taking new applications for use of the herbal justice fund. If you are able, please consider donating $10-50 here so that we can re-open it again soon!
Herbal Justice Fund-BIPOC Reparations
Who is eligible?
Those who self-identify as BIPOC (black, indigenous, people of color)
How do you apply?
Check back later to see if we've re-opened applications again.
We will contact you once we recieve your application, typically in 1-2 business days. Have questions? email us at railyardapothecarybtv@gmail.com
How does it work?
Once you fill out the form, you will be able to use the Herbal Justice Fund to pay for consultation services, classes, and/or herbs from the bulk apothecary. The fund will pay up to 75% of the cost of consultations, 100% of the cost of classes, and up to $50/month for the cost of herbs. You only need to apply once, and you will be able to access the fund as often as you like, based on the above limitations. All you have to do is request to use the fund at the time of service.
What does it cover?
Where does the money come from?
Who is eligible?
Those who self-identify as BIPOC (black, indigenous, people of color)
How do you apply?
Check back later to see if we've re-opened applications again.
We will contact you once we recieve your application, typically in 1-2 business days. Have questions? email us at railyardapothecarybtv@gmail.com
How does it work?
Once you fill out the form, you will be able to use the Herbal Justice Fund to pay for consultation services, classes, and/or herbs from the bulk apothecary. The fund will pay up to 75% of the cost of consultations, 100% of the cost of classes, and up to $50/month for the cost of herbs. You only need to apply once, and you will be able to access the fund as often as you like, based on the above limitations. All you have to do is request to use the fund at the time of service.
What does it cover?
- Products: covers $50/month/individual of costs for bulk dry herbs, bulk herbal tinctures, bulk herbal powders, herbal blends made using the above products
- Consultations: covers up to 75% of costs for clinical services through the Burlington Herb Clinic, with a limit of 1 consultation/month
- Classes- full and partial scholarships are available for select classes. Email emma@railyardapothecary.com to inquire about specific classes
Where does the money come from?
- Inidivdual support- in store and through the donation button on the website
- Teachers choosing to donate class tuition to the fund
- Twice a year Fundraisers
- Income generated from UpS at-risk herb sales
- Retail counter staff tips the first week of every month
- Sales from hand sanitizer
- Zine sales
Need-based Herbal Justice Fund
Who is eligible?
Those who self-identify as meeting one of the following criteria:
- Living on fixed government income (SSDI, SSI, Social Security, unemployment)
- Receiving public assistance
- Unemployed
- Homeless
- Paying 50% or more of income for housing
- Are struggling to support children or other dependents
- Have significant debt
- Have medical expenses not covered by insurance
How do you apply?
Check back later to see if we've re-opened applications again.
We will contact you once we recieve your application, typically in 1-2 business days. Have questions? email us at railyardapothecarybtv@gmail.com
How does it work?
Once you fill out the form, you will be able to use the Herbal Justice Fund to pay for consultation services, classes, and/or herbs from the bulk apothecary. The fund will pay up to 75% of the cost of consultations, 100% of the cost of classes, and up to $50/month for the cost of herbs. You only need to apply once, and you will be able to access the fund as often as you like, based on the above limitations. At the time of service, tell our staff that you have applied for the Herbal Justice Fund and would like to use the fund.
What does it cover?
- Products: The HJF may be used to cover $50/month/individual of costs for bulk dry herbs, bulk herbal tinctures, bulk herbal powders, herbal blends made using the above products
- Consultations: The HJF may be used to cover up to 75% of costs for clinical services through the Burlington Herb Clinic, with a limit of 1 consultation/month
- Classes- full and partial scholarships are available for select classes. Email railyardapothecarybtv@gmail.com to inquire about specific classes
Where does the money come from?
- Inidivdual support- in store and through the donation button on the website
- Teachers choosing to donate class tuition to the fund
- Twice a year Fundraisers
- Income generated from UpS at-risk herb sales
How can you help?
- If you have the means, support the fund through a donation.
- If you or someone you know could use the fund, reach out! We love sharing resources and making sure that as many people as possible have access to herbs and education.
