WHY WE ARE FUNDRAISING
La Monocle is a working-class run, grassroots project built around accessibility, care, and queer community. From the beginning, our aim has been to keep ticket prices significantly lower than market rate so that people can actually afford to attend events, not just those with disposable income (nothing wrong with that either!!).
That choice shapes everything we do: it means we rely on community support to keep the project running in a way that stays independent, inclusive, and financially sustainable.
Fundraising allows us to continue building La Monocle as a space that prioritises people over profit. It helps us cover core costs, pay artists and collaborators fairly, improve production quality, and keep access open to the communities we’re built for.
We also see La Monocle as something that should be collectively held. Fundraising is not just about sustaining the venue, but about inviting people into its structure and future.
HOW YOU CAN SUPPORT!
Crowdfunder (Rewards + Donations)
We run a public fundraising campaign on Crowdfunder. This includes both:
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Reward-based contributions (where you receive selected items or experiences in return)
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Open donations (for those who just want to support the project directly)
Both help us continue operating in a way that stays accessible and community-led. Click HERE to view.
Ko-fi Donations
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Reward-based contributions (where you receive selected items or experiences in return)
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Open donations (for those who just want to support the project directly)
Link to KoFi HERE!
Investment & Larger Contributions
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For people interested in larger financial involvement, whether that’s investment, shareholding, or structured support, we offer a more detailed breakdown of how the project is set up and what your contribution would go toward.
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If this is of interest, you can contact us directly and we will send a brochure outlining our structure, funding model, and plans for how additional capital is used.
To enquire, please email getinvolved@lamonocle.co.uk
Community Support Is Also Support
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Supporting La Monocle isn’t only financial. Being part of the space in any capacity directly sustains it.
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Coming to events helps keep the project alive and active
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Sharing posts and engaging on social media genuinely increases our reach and visibility
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Being visibly queer, present, and taking up space within the community is part of what La Monocle exists for
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Grassroots spaces rely on participation as much as funding. Showing up is part of how this stays possible.
Join our WhatsApp HERE! We also have a fun newsletter!
Merch
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We also release limited-run merch drops with rotating designs. These are available via our website. See 'SHOP'.
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All merch sales go directly back into supporting the project, helping fund future events, production, and accessibility.