The wee con logo at the top of a pale green-blue background. Blue text below reads I'm delighted to announce that Our Flag Means Community's first event, The Wee Con, raised almost £2700 for our chosen charities: @social_bite - a Scottish charity aimed at eradicating homelessness @lgbtiscotland - an organisation supporting LGBTQI+ rights in Scotland and the UK.
The wee con logo at the top of a pale green-blue background. Blue text below reads Both donations have been today to both charities and I want to thank everyone who helped bring this event alive with their time, energy and generosity. Thank you all for reminding us it's about belonging to something ❤️
A screenshot of the thank you message including illustrations of a diverse group of people in orange t-shirts with purple hearts. The text reads "thank you for making a difference! Your donation of £1200 is on its way to the equality network. A Confirmation email will be with you shortly.
![A screencap of the e-mail from Freya from Social Bite
Dear [blotted out name],
I hope this email finds you well.
I wanted to personally thank you for your wonderful donation of £1,339.00 in support of the Festival of Kindness.
Your contribution has brought us one step closer to reaching our goal of providing 300,000 meals, gifts, and essential items on the wish list this winter for vulnerable people and families experiencing homelessness. Thank you!
If we’re lucky enough to meet demand on any of the essential items donated, your contribution will go to where it’s needed most. Our core work happens all year round to support people out of homelessness by providing food, homes, and jobs throughout 2026 and beyond. Thank you for being a part of the movement today and supporting a brighter tomorrow.
To stay informed of our For the latest updates, make sure to follow us on social media and sign up to our newsletter here. If you’d like to share kindness even further, then please share the Festival of Kindness with friends and family too!](https://cdn.bsky.app/img/feed_thumbnail/plain/did:plc:juc4daecoex5k2de7unw2uyi/bafkreige4mpmrslshulrw2epbzjb3kfj2myoxeydi32b6y4tzv2wx57bve)
A screencap of the e-mail from Freya from Social Bite Dear [blotted out name], I hope this email finds you well. I wanted to personally thank you for your wonderful donation of £1,339.00 in support of the Festival of Kindness. Your contribution has brought us one step closer to reaching our goal of providing 300,000 meals, gifts, and essential items on the wish list this winter for vulnerable people and families experiencing homelessness. Thank you! If we’re lucky enough to meet demand on any of the essential items donated, your contribution will go to where it’s needed most. Our core work happens all year round to support people out of homelessness by providing food, homes, and jobs throughout 2026 and beyond. Thank you for being a part of the movement today and supporting a brighter tomorrow. To stay informed of our For the latest updates, make sure to follow us on social media and sign up to our newsletter here. If you’d like to share kindness even further, then please share the Festival of Kindness with friends and family too!
I'm delighted to announce that Our Flag Means Community's first event, The Wee Con, raised almost £2700 for our chosen charities ❤️ Both donations (including all processing fees) were submitted today!
Thank you all for reminding us it's about belonging to something ❤️
#theweecon
