Get Involved
BE THE CHANGE YOU WISH TO SEE
Donate
EVERY DOLLAR ADVANCES CARIBBEAN CULTURAL EXCELLENCE
Your financial support directly funds author development, youth programming, cultural preservation, and community resilience. Whether you give monthly, annually, or through major gifts, you're investing in Caribbean voices reaching global audiences and heritage being preserved for future generations.
- Conference scholarships for emerging authors
- Translation projects uniting four linguistic communities
- Youth digital archiving and storytelling programs
- Emergency assistance for disaster-affected cultural institutions
- Professional development workshops and retreats
Volunteer
JOIN OUR HANDS-ON EFFORTS TO UPLIFT COMMUNITIES
Share your time, skills, and expertise to support Caribbean cultural programming. From conference logistics to youth mentorship, from digital archiving to event production, volunteers are essential to CARICON's mission.
- Conference coordination and author support
- Youth workshop facilitation and mentorship
- Oral history collection and digital archiving
- Translation and language services
- Marketing, social media, and communications
- Grant writing and fundraising support
Fundraise
MOBILIZE YOUR NETWORK TO SUPPORT THE CAUSE
Host a fundraiser, organize a book drive, or launch a peer-to-peer campaign to rally your community around Caribbean culture. You can amplify CARICON's impact by engaging your network in support of our mission.
- Birthday/celebration fundraisers on social media
- Book clubs with author reading fees supporting CARICON
- Workplace giving campaigns and corporate matching
- Community poetry slams or cultural showcases
- Caribbean heritage month celebrations
- Literary trivia nights or cultural quiz events
Frequently Ask Questions
Yes, you can specify the program you'd like to support when making your donation, or you can opt for general support to help where it's needed most. Designated giving options include:
- CARICON Prize - Supporting literary awards and author recognition
- Conference Scholarships - Funding emerging author attendance
- Youth Programs - Supporting Cross Currents and Heritage Remix
- Translation Projects - Funding cross-linguistic literary exchange
- Resilience Fund - Emergency assistance for disaster-affected communities
- General Operating - Flexible support enabling all programming
All donations are tax-deductible. CARICON EIN: 99-4258230
Multiple ways to stay connected:
- Email Newsletter - Monthly updates on programs, events, and impact stories (sign up at cari-con.org)
- Social Media - Follow @cariconla on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, and YouTube for real-time updates
- Annual Report - Comprehensive impact report published each fall
- Event Invitations - Priority notification for conferences, poetry slams, and cultural events
- Volunteer Updates - Regular communication for active volunteers on upcoming opportunities
- Blog/News - Program spotlights, author features, and cultural commentary at cari-con.org/news
Yes! We welcome in-kind contributions that support our programming:
Materials & Supplies:
- Books by Caribbean authors (new or gently used)
- Art supplies and creative materials for youth programs
- Technology (computers, tablets, cameras, recording equipment)
- Office supplies and furniture
Services:
- Professional services (graphic design, web development, video production)
- Venue space for workshops, readings, and events
- Printing and promotional materials
- Catering for conferences and community events
- Transportation and logistics support
Expertise:
- Guest teaching/workshop facilitation
- Literary agent/publisher consultation sessions
- Mentorship for emerging writers
- Technical training (digital media, archiving, etc.)
Contact srussell@cari-con.org to discuss in-kind contributions and arrange logistics.
No minimum! Every contribution makes a difference:
- $25 - Provides art supplies for one Heritage Remix workshop participant
- $50 - Funds one month of hosting for our digital cultural archive
- $100 - Supports one youth student's participation in Cross Currents exchange
- $150 - Provides oral history collection kit for community documentation
- $250 - Sponsors one emerging author's conference attendance
- $500 - Funds translation of one book chapter in The CARICON Project
- $1,000 - Rebuilds a community library collection after disaster
- $2,500 - Sponsors full conference scholarship including travel
- $5,000+ - Becomes a program sponsor with recognition benefits
We also offer monthly giving options starting at $10/month, making sustained support accessible at any level.
Absolutely! We welcome corporate partnerships in multiple forms:
Sponsorship Opportunities:
- Conference title or tier sponsorship
- Event sponsorship (Poetry Slam, Soundclash, Writers Retreat)
- Program sponsorship (Youth programs, Translation Project, Resilience Fund)
- Award sponsorship (CARICON Prize categories)
Employee Engagement:
- Workplace giving campaigns with corporate matching
- Team volunteer days supporting CARICON programs
- Skills-based volunteering (marketing, tech, legal, finance)
- Board service and advisory roles
In-Kind Support:
- Venue space for events and programming
- Technology and equipment donations
- Professional services and expertise
- Marketing and media support
Benefits Include:
- Logo recognition on website, materials, and events
- Social media acknowledgment and partnership spotlight
- Networking opportunities at conferences and cultural events
- Impact reporting demonstrating community investment
- Employee engagement in meaningful cultural work
Contact srussell@cari-con.org to discuss partnership opportunities tailored to your organization's goals and interests.
We welcome volunteers with diverse skills and time commitments:
Application Process:
- Complete volunteer application at cari-con.org/volunteer
- Indicate your interests, skills, and availability
- Attend virtual volunteer orientation (monthly)
- Match with opportunities aligned to your skills/schedule
- Begin volunteering with team support and training
Time Commitments:
- Event-Based - One-time or annual events (conference, poetry slam)
- Ongoing - Regular weekly/monthly commitments (youth mentorship, office support)
- Project-Based - Defined timeline projects (digital archiving, grant writing)
- Skills-Based - Specialized projects leveraging professional expertise
Requirements:
- Background check for youth-facing roles
- Commitment to CARICON's mission and values
- Reliability and professional communication
- Cultural competency and respect for Caribbean communities
- For some roles: specific skills or language capabilities
Questions? Email volunteer@cari-con.org
Yes! We host interns from high schools, undergraduate, and graduate programs:
Internship Areas:
- Arts administration and nonprofit management
- Youth program development and education
- Marketing, communications, and social media
- Grant writing and development
- Event production and cultural programming
- Digital archiving and cultural preservation
- Literary programming and publishing
Academic Credit: We work with educational institutions to provide supervised internship experiences meeting academic requirements. Internships typically require 10-20 hours weekly for one semester.
Application: Submit resume, cover letter, and academic requirements to srussell@cari-con.org with subject line "Internship Application - [Term/Year]"
Be Part Of Global Change
CARICON invites you to stand with those in need. Your support empowers authors, strengthens communities, preserves heritage, and creates real, lasting transformation.
ELEVATE LITERARY EXCELLENCE
Support Caribbean authors securing publishing deals, winning awards, and reaching global audiences. Your involvement opens doors to professional opportunities and celebrates exceptional storytelling.
EMPOWER NEXT GENERATION
Invest in youth developing creative skills, cultural pride, and professional pathways. Your contribution builds confident storytellers and cultural ambassadors carrying heritage forward.
UNITE COMMUNITIES
Bridge linguistic and cultural divides across Caribbean territories and diaspora. Your support creates connections, translations, and collaborations strengthening regional identity and solidarity.
ENSURE RESILIENCE
Protect cultural infrastructure during crisis and preserve endangered heritage. Your action ensures Caribbean creative expression continues even through disaster, safeguarding stories for future generations.
