Support WisRID

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1. Bridging the Communication Gap

For Deaf individuals, access to qualified interpreters can be the key to participating fully in society—whether in classrooms, hospitals, or courtrooms. However, ensuring high-quality interpreting services requires ongoing education, advocacy, and community collaboration. WisRID is committed to addressing these needs by providing interpreters with the tools and training necessary to bridge the communication gap. By donating, you help make Wisconsin a place where communication is a right, not a privilege.

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2. 100% Volunteer-Driven Impact

Unlike many organizations, WisRID is entirely volunteer-run. Every event, training, and initiative is powered by passionate individuals who donate their time and expertise. This means that 100% of your contribution goes directly toward WisRID’s programs, events, and resources and helps us with our administrative costs. Your donation fuels the dedication of volunteers who work tirelessly to elevate the interpreting profession and create a more equitable society.

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3. Advancing Professional Excellence

WisRID plays a pivotal role in equipping interpreters with the knowledge and skills they need to succeed. Through workshops, conferences, and certifications, interpreters can expand their expertise in critical areas such as:

• K-12 education interpreting, ensuring Deaf students receive equitable access to learning.

• Medical and mental health interpreting, where clear communication can save lives.

• Legal interpreting, ensuring Deaf individuals have equal access to justice.

• Ethics and cultural competency, addressing topics like power, privilege, and oppression.

When you donate to WisRID, you help subsidize the costs of these educational opportunities, making them accessible to more interpreters and, in turn, benefiting the communities they serve.

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4. Supporting Scholarships and Training

WisRID offers scholarships and grants to interpreters seeking advanced certifications or training opportunities. These programs not only strengthen the skills of individual interpreters but also elevate the quality of interpreting services across the state. Your donation can help expand these programs, ensuring that more interpreters have access to the resources they need to grow professionally.

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5. Advocacy for Inclusion and Equity

WisRID doesn’t just train interpreters; it advocates for systemic change. Through discussions on power dynamics, privilege, and oppression, WisRID equips interpreters to be allies and advocates for their clients. Your donation supports these efforts, ensuring that interpreters are not only skilled professionals but also champions for equity and inclusion.

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6. A Tax-Exempt Donation with Real Impact

As a recognized 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization, your donation to WisRID is tax-deductible. Every dollar you contribute is a direct investment in the future of communication access and equity in Wisconsin. Your support enables WisRID to continue providing:

• High-quality workshops and conferences with expert presenters.

• Scholarships and funding for interpreter development.

• Advocacy for accessible and inclusive policies.

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Your Support Matters

WisRID’s mission depends on the generosity of people like you. As a volunteer-run organization, we don’t have paid staff or large administrative budgets—your contribution goes directly toward supporting interpreters and empowering the Deaf community. Whether you give $25, $50, or $500, every dollar helps ensure that Deaf individuals in Wisconsin have access to the communication they need to thrive.

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By donating today, you become part of a movement to promote accessibility, equity, and professional excellence. Together, we can build a world where everyone, regardless of hearing ability, has the opportunity to connect, learn, and grow.

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Donate now. Let’s build bridges, break barriers, and create a brighter future—together.