""It is very heartwarming. The event has greatly impacted and touched so many people. Donations are coming in all different amounts - dollars to thousands of dollars.""
""We're not out of the woods just yet. We're doing everything behind the scenes so that when it comes time to write the first check, we have the money in place.""
""Every penny helps. If someone does an event and it generates a few hundred or a few thousand dollars, that's all useful. It's all appreciated.""
The Coney Island Mermaid Parade is experiencing a surge in community support through a GoFundMe campaign that has raised nearly $40,000. This amount is more than double the initial total, indicating the event's significance to New Yorkers and fans globally. Despite this progress, organizers state that the funds raised only cover about one-third of the total needed for the parade. Additional support from businesses and community partners is also emerging, contributing to fundraising efforts and raising awareness about the organization.
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