Give Back Sale is more than just a fundraising activity. It has become a symbol of unity, compassion, and resilience. From its humble beginning in 2016, Give Back Sale has grown into a force for change. To date, we have successfully organized nine offline Give Back Sale events.
During the COVID-19 pandemic, we adapted to the restrictions by transforming the Give Back Sale into an online fundraising event. From 2020 to 2022, we successfully held 12 online Give Back Sale events. Through live sales on IKa’s Facebook page, we engaged with viewers and provided an opportunity for donors from other cities to participate and support the cause.
In addition to the online Give Back Sale events, we established a virtual shop on Instagram, providing another avenue to promote and sell preloved items. This digital platform allowed us to reach a wider audience and extend our support to women victims of violence beyond the physical confines of our offline events.
For the last three years, Give Back Sale, both online and offline, managed to raise Rp262.850.670 of funds.
Sources of Give Back Sale Preloved Goods
Through the collective efforts of generous donors, Give Back Sale aims to support the Women’s Crisis Centers in their mission to provide legal aid and psycho-social recovery to these brave women.
Give Back Sale is an opportunity for individuals, communities, and corporates to come together and demonstrate their commitment to empowering women and building hope. We value every contribution, no matter how small, as each donation holds the power to transform lives and create a positive impact.
We are grateful for the support and involvement of local communities, such as the religious community in Jakarta, Lajnah Imailah, who embraced our cause. In addition to the community contributions, we have also received valuable donations from renowned companies such as The Body Shop, Blibli.com, and TLScontact. Their compassion and dedication to making a difference have made a significant impact on the success of the Give Back Sale.
Voluntarism Involvement
We are also fortunate to have the invaluable support of dedicated volunteers who form the backbone of Give Back Sale. These volunteers are part of our organization’s Komunitas Penggalang, or Community of Resource-raisers, and come from diverse backgrounds such as women and children activists, students, stay-at-home mothers, and many others. Their efforts behind the scenes are crucial in creating an organized and smoothly run fundraising event. They work tirelessly to ensure that every donated item is carefully evaluated, categorized, and priced, ensuring that donors can find quality preloved items while supporting a worthy cause.
Executing Give Back Sale
Give Back Sale takes place over three days at Ke:kini ruang bersama, located in Menteng, Central Jakarta. This vibrant provides a welcoming environment for donors.
Give Back Sale attracts a diverse range of donors. However, the majority of our participants are women aged 25 to 45 years old. This enthusiastic demographic reflects the commitment of women to empower each other and make a positive impact on the lives of those in need.
At Give Back Sale, we strongly believe in supporting women empowerment and entrepreneurship. As part of our commitment, we invite women entrepreneurs who offer goods or services to showcase and sell their products at our event. This collaboration not only provides a platform for them to grow their businesses but also strengthens the network of women empowerment supporters. Some examples of women entrepreneurs who have participated in Give Back Sale include tarot reading, beauty class, and yoga class.
Maximizing Impact: Reducing Waste and Empowering Communities
After the execution of the Give Back Sale, we often find that there are some leftover preloved items that have not been sold. To ensure these items are not wasted, we have implemented two approaches to reduce or eliminate them.
The first approach is through donations or handing over the items to other organizations that conduct similar events like Give Back Sale. This not only benefits the organizations by providing them with inventory for their events but also contributes to the overall goal of supporting various causes and initiatives of civil society organizations.
The second approach involves giving the leftover items to disadvantaged individuals or communities in the vicinity of the Give Back Sale location. This extends the lifespan of the items and helps other communities.
Through these initiatives, we demonstrate our dedication to responsible and thoughtful resource management. Together, we can make a difference by giving back to the community and promoting a culture of compassion and support.