The Hopefuls
A project in Chicago, IL by Steve McKenzie000days
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A coffee table book featuring portraits and inspiration from Chicago's homeless.
Backers: 84
Average Pledge Per Backer: $84
Funded: $7,027 of $5,280
Dates: Feb 26th -> Mar 27th (30 days)
Project By: Steve McKenzie
Backers: 84
Average Pledge Per Backer: $84
Funded: $7,027 of $5,280
Dates: Feb 26th -> Mar 27th (30 days)
Project By: Steve McKenzie
$7,027
current pledge level
Last Updated: March 27 @ 10:04 -0400 GMT
133%
of goal
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Latest News
Looking ahead 
March 21st - via: kickstarter.com
I had a conversation with my printer yesterday regarding COVID-19. For the time being, they are still open and printing books. This may change given the fluidity of current events. Should things change, I'll let you know. But rest-assured,... (Read More)
Proofreading nearly complete
March 15th - via: kickstarter.com
Thank you to those who've volunteered to proofread this book. So helpful! 12 days left. Hope this gains even more traction! If you know of anyone who might also enjoy this book, please let them know! "The Hopefuls" cover image (Read More)
Free PDF of "The Hopefuls"
March 12th - via: kickstarter.com
I'm so excited for you to see this book! I've put the final touches on the cover and contents, now I'd like your help. If you'd like to help proofread it and see if there's anything I've missed, please email me at: stevemckenz@gmail.com and I'll... (Read More)
109%!
March 8th - via: kickstarter.com
Looks like some books are getting published!! Thank you all for making this happen! 18 more days, so if you know anyone who might enjoy this, please share it. I'm putting the finishing touches on the book and once the funds are released, I'll... (Read More)
Things you don't expect...
March 7th - via: kickstarter.com
After working 16 1/2 years at a Chicago radio station, they decided it was time to part ways. So, I am presently unemployed. That being said..."THE HOPEFULS" is full speed ahead! We are 91% there and I firmly believe I'll be shipping out books... (Read More)
A few more pages...
February 29th - via: kickstarter.com
Thank you so much for embracing this project! Here are a couple more pages from the book... (Read More)
A sneak peek inside the book...
February 27th - via: kickstarter.com
Thanks again for getting behind this! Here is a sample page (more to come in the following days)... (Read More)
Where does the money go?!
February 26th - via: kickstarter.com
Where does the money go?! As I mentioned, proceeds from this book will directly benefit the homeless. Some examples from people I've encountered are: offsetting daycare costs for a single mother who is working and going to school, a wanna be... (Read More)
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