What We Stand For
224 was built on the idea that connection heals and community is fundamental. At its core, 224 is about becoming—growing into ourselves while holding space for others to do the same.
We stand for:
• Creativity as connection → the belief that art, storytelling, and expression build bridges between us. • Community as care → the truth that no one should have to do life alone, especially families and young adults navigating transitions.
• Local roots → small businesses, creatives, and families are the heartbeat of every neighborhood. When we invest in them, we invest in all of us.
Why It Matters
So many families and young adults are stretched thin—juggling work, school, kids, caregiving, and survival in a world that rarely pauses for breath. At the same time, local businesses often carry the weight of competing with larger corporations while trying to stay true to their craft and community.
224 exists to be the bridge between those realities. We are creating a cycle where:
• Businesses gain visibility and creative promo through 224 Collab Merch, Events + Sponsorship.
• Families and young adults receive practical support—childcare, meals, caregiving, carpooling, and more—through 224Community.
• Resources are pooled into the 224Fund, ensuring groceries, supplies, and event costs don’t fall on the shoulders of those already stretched thin.
It matters because when we support each other—through time, creativity, or resources—everyone’s load gets lighter.
Our Impact
We’re just getting started, but the vision is already clear:
• Every sponsorship fuels groceries, caregiving, or supplies for a family in need.
• Every collab merch drop highlights a local business while pouring back into the 224Fund.
• Every event creates a moment where people feel seen, supported, and reminded they’re not alone.
This is about more than fundraising. It’s about building a culture where helping your neighbor is normal, where young adults don’t burn out from doing life solo, and where local businesses thrive because the
community stands with them.
The Invitation
When you partner with 224, you’re not just supporting a project—you’re investing in a way of life. A way where small businesses get the spotlight they deserve, families get the support they need, and communities are stronger because of it.
Together, we create, we care, and we become.
Click the links below to learn about how you can sponsor, our media kit, all about our merch collabs, or simply to donate. We thank you so much in advance.
