John, this isn’t the email that we hoped to send you this tonight, but it’s one that we have to.

The reality is that the COVID-19 pandemic and economic crisis has taken a huge toll on our fundraising this month. We’re down $26,976 compared to what we had raised at this point in April.

It is a difficult time for millions of working-class people across our country, this is an unprecedented moment filled with uncertainty. We understand that and we don’t expect that everyone reading this email will be able to afford to make a contribution.

But, if 1 in 6 people reading this email each contribute $5.39, then we would instantly catch up and close the gap on our fundraising.

If you can afford it, will you contribute $5.39 — or any amount you can afford — to JD right now to help us make up the difference in our fundraising?

Contribute $5.39

We don’t have billionaire benefactors, and we don’t take a single dime from corporations. JD is completely grassroots-funded — that’s why contributions made in response to emails like this one are so important.

If you can afford it, please chip in $5.39 today and help power our small-dollar movement.

Thank you for everything,

Team JD

Do not worry if you cannot afford to make a contribution — we understand that this is a difficult time. If you’re struggling, you can find a food bank here. We appreciate everything you do to keep our movement strong. Please stay informed and follow the most up-to-date recommendations from the World Health Organization, the Centers for Disease Control, and your state public health department.