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The Sound of Purple

Providing mental health help and support through live events and fund raising

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The Sound of Purple

The Sound of Purple

The Sound of Purple

The Sound of Purple

The Sound of Purple

Providing mental health help and support through live events and fund raising

Providing mental health help and support through live events and fund raising

Providing mental health help and support through live events and fund raising

Providing mental health help and support through live events and fund raising

David Schilling
David Schilling
David Schilling
David Schilling
1 Campaign |
Mississauga, Canada
$229 USD $229 USD 4 backers
4% of $4,866 Flexible Goal Flexible Goal

The short of it

2018 I was set to marry Rachelle. A powerful singer and amazing song writer, she used her art to share to the world her struggles with mental health, and advocate for those who struggle.
August 27th 2018 I woke up to a phone call repeating my name. Only my name. I drove to my Rachelle, but she was already gone- her battle with mental health came to a tragic end.

That year in honour of her advocacy, we raise more than $5000 for Camh (Center for Addiction and Mental Health). Five years later, we want to do better.

We are hosting a celebration of life and charity fund raiser. To keep Rachelle's memory and passion alive, we are bringing back the Sound of Purple.

From live music about mental health, to a silent auction, to a cash bar, and of course a LOT of dancing, we are going to raise money for a mental health based charity local to the GTA. 

There will be discussions on mental health and memories shared. Most importantly it will be an night of fun, love, and community. 

Since my fiance's passing, I have struggled not to grow my own wings. Bringing the community together to raise awareness about, and money for, mental health is the most important thing I've ever done- and I need to do it right.

I am NOT trying to be vague on the charity, I have yet to find the exact fit. Something that would mean a lot to Rachelle.
*NOTE* As soon as the contact and paperwork has been taken care of with the charity, updates and proof will be posted and shared.

What I Need & What You Get

I've been on ODSP (Ontario Disability) since I lost my Rachelle. As of the start of this campaign, I am funding this event completely on my own.
This is where you come in. 

I am raising $7000 to run this event November 3rd. 

The vast majority of that cost is going to venue space, and catering. Though I may not have the self funds, I am decently connected in the arts. Photography will be covered for the event, as will Video. DJ as well as live music is also all being donated by the artists.

Another big expense will be live streaming the event. To be able to reach more of Rachelle's family and friends who live all over the world, being able to share a live feed to those loved ones will take the proper team.

Once the big expenses are covered, some of the funds will be set aside for silent auction prizes, which will in turn go straight to the charity we are raising money for.

If we don't reach our goal, the funds that are raised will still go to the event in November, we will just have to strategize how the funding gets allocated.

If we SURPASS our goal, or don't require the full goal to run the event, all remaining money raised will go directly to the charity with the names of all donators added as a thank you. 

The Perks

Rachelle was a giver, and we are the same. From recognition on a sponsorship wall, to trinkets with stories from Rachelle, we want to give little tokens with meaning... Something to make you smile, or think or bring a tear to your eye.
Limited edition T-shirts
Certain levels will get a ticket to the event November 3rd
All tiers will also have access to a Mental Health support Discord server

Other Ways You Can Help

Obviously, not everyone can financially help. Last year I wasn't able to afford a $50 emergency. If you are local to the GTA and want to volunteer, you are more than welcome to reach out.
Do you have a story about your mental health struggles that you want to share? I would lvoe to hear from you.
And of course, don't forget- Tell Your Friends!

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Flowers For All

Currency Conversion $10 USD $21 USD (50% off)
$15 CAD
In 2018, I had nothing. Instead of giving up for the holidays, I decided to make roses out of barbed wire and leather. I handed them out only to those who meant the most to me.
Included Items
  • Forever Flower
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Trinkets and Tokens

Currency Conversion $17 USD $28 USD (37% off)
$25 CAD
Forever Flowers are made of barbed wire and Leather. Started in 2018 when I had nothing, I made them only for special people, and I'd like to add you to that list Gi- a 2 letter word that names a martial arts uniform. It became a scrabble winning word in 2018, and it's immortalized on a keychain
Included Items
  • Forever Flower
  • Gi-Chain
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Helping Hand

Currency Conversion $35 USD $56 USD (37% off)
$50 CAD
Welcome to The Sound of Purple! A night of dancing and community! Forever Flowers are made from barbed wire and leather. Each handmade to unique perfection
Included Items
  • Forever Flower
  • The Story So Far
  • Gi-Chain
  • Standard Admission
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Show up in Style

Currency Conversion $70 USD $104 USD (33% off)
$100 CAD
VIP ticket gets you early access to the event and 1 Libation ticket (19+) or 2 virgin drink tickets Find your name and snap a shot in front of the VIP media wall Get a copy of my book, describing the best and worst year of my life Barbed wire and leather rose- handmade Scrabble victory in Keychain form
Included Items
  • Forever Flower
  • The Story So Far
  • Gi-Chain
  • Name on VIP Media wall
  • VIP Admission Ticket
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Personal Hero

Currency Conversion $139 USD $226 USD (38% off)
$200 CAD
For those Heroes of the event: Hero Badge grants early admission to event, and vip access to media wall, 2 libation tickets (19+) or 4 virgin drinks Read about the best and worst year of my life in a published book Find you name and snap a pic by the media wall Forever flower made from barbed wire and leather scrabble victory word on a keychain
Included Items
  • Forever Flower
  • The Story So Far
  • "Hero Badge" Admission Ticket
  • Gi-Chain
  • Name on VIP Media wall
  • MC Thank you
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