Support Local Journalism

Launched in 2001, Yellow Scene Magazine consistently provides Boulder County and the North Metro community with free, uncompromised, and award-winning, local journalism via print and online. We see the impact of our work daily with investigative reporting covering climate change, fracking and holding powerful politicians accountable, as well as writing feature stories that build community and elevate our vibrant culture, diverse voices, and hometown heroes.

To help us continue fulfilling our mission—to deliver meaningful, engaging, impactful, and authentic stories to you, our readers—we rely on your support. Please join us in our Fall Fundraiser to support local journalism, either through a donation or coming to the Gala.

Join us for an unforgettable evening at the 2nd Annual YS Carnivale Masquerade Gala Fundraiser!

We can’t wait to party with you! Next year is our 25th and we are starting early. Happy Hour starts at 5pm with drink and food options provided by Miss Krissy’s Bistro at Bricks on Main, Longmont’s coolest new venue. Enjoy spoken word with Z-Bass Speaks, Fortune-telling, Juggling & Stilt Walking, Photo Booth, Silent Auction, Local Art, and then around 6:30 the lights go down and it’s time to Disco with DJ Drake! There will be a cash bar and food from Miss Krissy’s Bistro available throughout the event. VIP Tickets include access to the VIP Lounge with special drinks and snacks exclusive to VIP.

Ready to join the fun? Here are the Event Details:

Date: October 10th, 2024
Time: 5:00 PM – 9:00 PM
Location: Bricks on Main , 471 Main St. Longmont
Tickets: $25 for general admission
VIP Tickets: $55 for VIP lounge
Disco: with DJ Drake
Performances by: XL Entertainment, Z Bass Speaks, Magical Awakenings, Magic Guy Scott
Tickets/Donations: https://fnd.us/YellowSceneGala?ref=sh_4DY183

Your presence and contributions directly support local journalism and ensure that Yellow Scene Magazine can continue delivering the quality reporting our community relies on for free. In a time when local journalism faces numerous challenges, your support helps us uphold the standards of investigative and community-focused journalism.

Your attendance and support will help fund:

Moving our Editor to Full-Time: Allowing us to cover more voices, organizations, and governments.
Adding Two Full-Time Beat Reporters: Ensuring comprehensive coverage of local government activities.
Covering the Cost of CORAs (Colorado Open Records Act Requests): Keeping government actions transparent. We handle numerous requests annually, costing between $250-$3000 each.
Moving our Development and Operations Manager to Full-Time: Allowing us to secure more grant funding and enhance community outreach efforts.
Developing “From Prisons to Pens”: A program to help formerly incarcerated individuals transition into media jobs.

Our Fall campaign goal is $25,000 and all levels of support help! Make your tax-deductible contribution here.

Please consider making a tax-deductible donation even if you are unable to attend, it will truly make a significant difference. Share our mission with your friends and family, and help us continue to deliver impactful journalism to our community.

Thank you for your generosity and support!

The Yellow Scene Team