11/18/2024
A note for our users....
Dear Notehouse Community,
As we look ahead, we remain committed to supporting youāthe people driving change in nonprofits, education, and beyond. Together, we face challenges, but our values remain our guide. Today, we want to share four key points about Notehouse and how weāre here to stand with you:
First and Foremost, Weāre Here with You:
We know many of you are facing uncertaintiesāwhether due to changes in nonprofit status, education funding, or broader policy shifts. While we canāt promise to solve every challenge, weāre here to work with you. If budget losses affect your access to Notehouse, weāll find a way to ensure you continue to have a secure, protected space for your data.
A Unique Approach to Independence:
Speaking of security, Notehouse is unlike most tech companies. We take no outside funding, are entirely bootstrapped, and are free from VC or investor pressures. Lauren, our founder, owns a majority stake, and weāre committed to keeping it that way. Though it has been a tough road (Lauren still doesnāt draw a salary from Notehouse, fingers crossed soon!) This independence means weāre always working for you, not shareholders, and we cannot be āboughtā if our investors change hands (because we donāt have any!) While laws protecting privacy exist now, they could change. Knowing who ultimately makes decisions about your data matters more than ever.
Leadership That Walks the Walk:
You already know weāre HIPAA compliant but our commitment to privacy goes much deeper. Our founder, Lauren, has dedicated her life to fighting for equity, justice, and liberty which, yes, includes privacy! She got her legal start winning a federal injunction to protect studentsā rights, and as recently as last year, successfully sued Airbnb for their allowance of indoor cameras, helping lead to a global policy change. This isnāt just something we talk about at Notehouse, we pursue it in real life.
Resources and Connection:
Beyond our platform, we aim to support your well-being and growth and help fortify both you and your organizations for the hard work ahead. Weāre showing up weekly with the Twisted Yogi to support our nervous system and ourselves and youāre all invited to join. This Friday, weāre also hosting āFuture-Ready Allyship: How Non-Immigrant Led Agencies Can Show Up Better for Non-Citizen Communities.ā Together, weāll discuss proactive ways to protect immigrant communities and foster allyship, no matter how the laws evolve. This event is free and open to everyone so please feel free to share the registration link: bit.ly/notehouseally.
As always, weāre here for any questions or support you need. Take care of yourselves and each otherāwe hope to see you at Fridayās event!
With gratitude,
Team Notehouse
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