Thank You & 2025 Post-Mortem Survey
First and foremost, thank you. This year brought some significant changes—and every single one of you stepped up with heart, patience, and dedication. Whether you took on new roles, adapted to shifting plans, or stayed grounded during the chaos of build and strike—you showed up. And I hope you know how proud you should be of what we created together.
Despite a few logistical bumps and financial shortfalls, I truly consider this year a huge success. We welcomed 566 attendees and brought in $46,662 in ticket sales, plus an additional $1,000 in donations at the Café—a beautiful testament to the generosity and spirit of our community. While we fell short of our event budget by $3,000 and our annual budget by $5,100 (due to ongoing costs like storage, online services etc.), we believe these gaps are manageable.
A few challenges played a role in this:
Being shorthanded on merchandise setup limited our ability to raise additional funds.
Eventbrite stopped ticket sales once the event began, cutting off last-minute purchases.
Strike support was limited, leading to late U-Haul returns and additional costs.
Still, I feel confident that if those pieces had been in place, we would have closed the year in the black.
Looking ahead, we’re already setting the stage for a smoother 2026:
The Café will move to the Center Pavilion (previously the TDA Lounge) for more central access.
Gate operations will shift to The View (Hidden Pavilion) for better flow and functionality.
We’ll announce next year’s theme and open early bird tickets this September.
In the meantime, we need to raise $8,100 to close the financial year strong—and we’ll be exploring creative ways to make that happen without sacrificing our mission or values.
Please take a few minutes to fill out the survey below. Your feedback will help shape our July 19th post-mortem and set the tone for a stronger, more sustainable future. Your insight matters deeply, and your time is truly appreciated.
With gratitude and so much respect,
Andy
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