We Don’t Free Slaves…You Do! We’re turning the spotlight on some of our most inspiring donors to ask why they’ve chosen to take a stand against human trafficking by contributing to Free the Slaves. Watch their stories. Follow their example.
Freedom is a basic human right, and thousands of people around the world have chosen to spread freedom to those in slavery by donating to Free the Slaves. See why a musician, researcher, photographer and historian have joined the anti-slavery movement in our 2017 compilation.
“I free slaves because freedom is so important. I don’t have to give much, I don’t have to do much. But there are people who through that support can really change lives and change the world,” says 8th grade teacher Robert Birk.
“I free slaves because I can’t not! In my life, I have always been an activist. I know it touched a place in my heart where I have an ache to do this. I will do this until I can’t walk anymore,” says psychologist Sheila Siegel.
Read her story here. Watch her video here.
“I free slaves because I believe we are all created equal. People ask why I have gotten involved with Free the Slaves. I just can’t think of anything that has a higher purpose than putting value on human life,” says actress Virginia Williams.
Read her story here. Watch her video here.
“I stand for freedom because it’s every person’s birthright,” says humanitarian photographer Lisa Kristine. “We all have something to give,” she says, “look in yourself and find that one thing that you can give toward ending slavery.”
Free the Slaves has sent award-winning filmmakers around the globe to document stories of slavery and freedom. Find out why we’re now turning the camera toward our most committed contributors. See our video compilation of 2016 profiles – including a teacher, actress, investor, author, raabbi, and psychologist – here.
Our series spotlighting inspiring Free the Slaves donors continues, this year featuring a musician, researcher, photographer, and historian. See our video compilation of 2017 profiles here.
Many businesses will match your contributions or allow you to make tax-exempt contributions directly from your paycheck. Call 202.580.7668 or email narit.gessler@freetheslaves.net for help. Free the Slaves has been approved by the Combined Federal Campaign for U.S. government employees. The number is 11482.
A copy of Free the Slaves financial statements may be obtained by contacting us at: (202) 775-7480 or 1320 19th St NW # 600, Washington, DC 20036.
Residents of the following states may obtain a copy of our financial and additional information as stated below:
Colorado: Colorado residents may obtain copies of registration and financial documents from the office of the Secretary of State, 303-894-2860, www.sos.state.co.us/ re: Reg.No 20163039484.
Florida: A COPY OF THE OFFICIAL REGISTRATION AND FINANCIAL INFORMATION FOR FREE THE SLAVES, (REGISTRATION NO. CH43520), MAY BE OBTAINED FROM THE DIVISION OF CONSUMER SERVICES BY CALLING 800-435-7352 OR VISITING THEIR WEBSITE WWW.FRESHFROMFLORIDA.COM. REGISTRATION DOES NOT IMPLY ENDORSEMENT, APPROVAL, OR RECOMMENDATION BY THE STATE.
Georgia: A full and fair description of the programs and financial statement summary of Free the Slaves is available upon request at the office and phone number indicated above.
Illinois: Contracts and reports regarding Free the Slaves, Inc. are on file with the Illinois Attorney General.
Maryland: Documents and information submitted under the Maryland Solicitations Act are also available, for the cost of postage and copies, from the Secretary of State, State House, Annapolis, MD 21401 (410-974-5534).
Michigan: MICS No. 57944.
Mississippi: The official registration and financial information of Free the Slaves may be obtained from the Mississippi Secretary of State’s office by calling 888-236-6167. Registration by the Secretary of State does not imply endorsement.
New Jersey: INFORMATION FILED WITH THE ATTORNEY GENERAL CONCERNING THIS CHARITABLE SOLICITATION AND THE PERCENTAGE OF CONTRIBUTIONS RECEIVED BY THE CHARITY DURING THE LAST REPORTING PERIOD THAT WERE DEDICATED TO THE CHARITABLE PURPOSE MAY BE OBTAINED FROM THE ATTORNEY GENERAL OF THE STATE OF NEW JERSEY BY CALLING 973-504-6215 AND IS AVAILABLE ON THE INTERNET AT http://www.state.nj.us/lps/ca/charity/chardir.htm. REGISTRATION WITH THE ATTORNEY GENERAL DOES NOT IMPLY ENDORSEMENT.
New York: Upon request, a copy of the latest annual report can be obtained from the organization or from the Office of the Attorney General by writing to the Charities Bureau at 120 Broadway, New York, NY 10271.
North Carolina: Financial information about this organization and a copy of its license are available from the State Solicitation Licensing Branch at 888- 830-4989 or 919-807-2214. The license is not an endorsement by the State.
Pennsylvania: The official registration and financial information of Free the Slaves may be obtained from the Pennsylvania Department of State by calling 800-732-0999. Registration does not imply endorsement.
Virginia: Financial statements are available from the, Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services, P.O. Box 1163, Richmond, VA 23218.
Washington: Free the Slaves is registered with Washington State’s Charities Program as required by law and additional information is available by calling 800-332-4483 or visiting www.sos.wa.gov/charities, or on file at Charities Division, Office of the Secretary of State, State of Washington, Olympia, WA 98504.
West Virginia: Residents may obtain a summary of the registration and financial documents from: Secretary of State, State Capitol, Charleston, WV 25305. CONTRIBUTIONS ARE USED FOR CHARITABLE PURPOSES IN SUPPORT OF Free the Slaves’ MISSION, AND ARE DEDUCTIBLE FOR FEDERAL INCOME TAX PURPOSES IN ACCORDANCE WITH APPLICABLE LAW. REGISTRATION IN A STATE DOES NOT IMPLY ENDORSEMENT, APPROVAL, OR RECOMMENDATION OF FREE THE SLAVES BY THE STATE.
Keep an eye on our Facebook page for upcoming Free the Slaves fundraising events in your area. You can find us at facebook.com/freetheslaves.
Scheduled Events:
July 28, 2018 | New York City: FTS Fashion for Freedom Fashion Show Event | www.ftsfashionforfreedom.com
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The Free the Slaves Freedom Circles program is designed to reaffirm the value of annual support at the leadership level. We recognize the vital support of our most generous donors. Your contributions reduce people’s vulnerability to slavery, help those in slavery to freedom, and transform the economic, political and societal circumstances that allow slavery to persist. As a Freedom Circle member, your gift has a direct, immediate and sustaining effect.
