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We need your help - by October 1st - to speak out against tariffs that are making arts and crafts materials significantly more expensive.  

Arts and crafts are not luxury items. They are essential outlets for mental health, creativity, and community - touching millions of lives. But today, increasing tarrifs on supplies from around the world are making it harder and more expensive to create.

A group of leading manufacturers recently traveled to Washington, D.C. to speak directly with members of Congress. While many lawmakers were receptive, they need to hear directly from you - our passionate community of artists, makers, and crafters.

This is not a political campaign. We don't represent any party or platform. We support freedom of expression, creativity, and accessibility for all.

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Be creative - use your favorite techniques, styles, and materials.

Card front: Keep it to “Thank you” or a similar expression of gratitude.

Inside your card: Include the following message (printed or handwritten)

"Keep Arts & Crafts Affordable, SUPPORT Tariff Relief for Arts & Crafts.
Urge the White House to waive all tariffs on arts & craft materials and equipment."


To keep our message focused, please only sign and use a phrase like "Thank you" or any phrase of appreciation.

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You have 2 U.S. Senators and 1 U.S. Representative.

1. Visit congress.gov/members/find-your-member

2. Enter your home address

3. Write down their names, mailing addresses, and phone numbers

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To Your Elected Officials:
Mail one card to each of your three Members of Congress.
 
You can also send cards:

To the White House:
The White House
Attn: Taylor Budowich
Deputy Chief of Staff for Communications
1600 Pennsylvania Avenue NW Washington, DC 20500

To the U.S. Treasury:
U.S. Department of the Treasury
Attn: Daniel Katz
Chief of Staff
1500 Pennsylvania Avenue NW Washington, DC 20220

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Use the attached PDF file to find their email address. (Attachment Here)

Use the same message from your card in your email:

"Keep Arts & Crafts Affordable, SUPPORT Tariff Relief for Arts & Crafts.
Urge the White House to waive all tariffs on arts & craft materials and equipment."

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Pick up the phone and call your Members of Congress, the White House and the Treasury. Simply share the message below - short, respectful, and direct.

"Good Morning, I live in your district and I'm calling to show my support for the Arts & Crafts Community. Please Keep Arts & Crafts Affordable, SUPPORT Tariff Relief for Arts & Crafts - Urge the White House to waive all tariffs on arts & craft materials and equipment. Thank you and have a wonderful day."

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Remember to photograph your Crafts or Artwork and once you've sent your card(s), tag us on Instagram or Facebook with your creations and use this hastag:

#CardsForCongress

Let's show them the power and passion of the arts & crafts community!

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Congress is actively discussing trade policies right now. We must act fast to influence the conversation while decisions are being made.

The current tariff on many of your Arts & Crafts supplies is between 20% and 55% and has been as high as 170%. Tariffs are paid for by the manufacturer and will cause costs to dramatically rise.

Let's work together to protect creativity for everyone.

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