Still looking for Christmas presents? Why not buy something that will benefit not just the recipient, but the whole community? Like a monthly subscription to our local community newspaper, Enfield Dispatch.
The Dispatch is free, so why pay for a subscription? Because (a) it will be delivered every month and (b) it may be free, but producing it costs money and because advertising revenue is a bit thin at the moment, there's a gap between income and outgoings - around £1000 a month.
So how would it benefit the whole community? Well, since its launch, the Dispatch has transformed the availability of news and information about our borough, its politics, the things that are good in Enfield, the things that are less good and the problems that face many residents. And it's opened up opportunities for citizen journalism and publicity for the hundreds of groups and societies that are dotted around the borough.
Do we really want to lose all this for the sake of a few quid every month? Do we really want to rely again on the so-called "Enfield" so-called "Independent" when we have a truly independent newspaper that we can all contribute to?
And if you've already bought presents for everyone, why not treat yourself to a subscription and a nice warm feeling?
We need your help
We are looking for people in Enfield who can help support us to produce more high-quality local journalism in Enfield Dispatch
- We have NO shareholders - We have NO wealthy backers
- We are run by a small but dedicated team as part of a not-for-profit community interest company
- We hold authority to account, expose scandals, highlight inequality, promote good causes, and provide a platform for local people
- Every penny of income from Enfield Dispatch helps us deliver more journalism in Enfield
- The paper costs nearly £6,000 per month to produce and distribute, but monthly income is under £5,000 currently
- We currently have 154 supporters who contribute around 16% of our income, but we need more!
Can you help us? Our membership scheme has many different options, starting from £3 per month, depending on your ability to contribute. Rewards include having a copy of the paper posted to you every month. Local businesses and charities can also sign up and, from as little as £10 per month, access discounts on advertising.
Find out more at: enfielddispatch.co.uk/join.
