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  • This Event is Cancelled (T.E.I.C.) burning Man Report Financials

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    Gross Revenue:


    Ticket Revenue (include breakdown)


    14 Tickets @ $58.50$819.00Volunteer Directed
    50 Tickets @ 63.59$3,179.50Gen Ad
    2 Tickets @ $11.79$23.58Children
    Gross Ticket Revenue$4,022.08





    Itemized Misc Revenue:


    Donations$1,549.96donations at ticket sale & fundraisers
    Grants$3,500.00From Flashpoint Artists Initiative




    Total Gross Revenue$9,072.04combine gross ticket revenue with any misc revenue




    Expenses:


    Venue Rental$2,500.00

    Insurance$1,240.00

    Art Grants$1,141.80

    Cmmunity Grant$201.10

    Assoc Overhead$201.10

    Regional Development$201.10

    Infrastructure$539.25Porta servicing
    Ticket Processing Fees$274.47Stripe/Volunteeripate
    Equipment Storage$600.00





    Medic$202.42

    F.A.S.T.$57.97

    Placement$91.29





    Total Expenses$7,250.50





    Net Proceeds$1,821.51

  • Save the date, apply for an art grant, and sign up to lead a department for Interfuse 2025!

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    Save The Date!

    Interfuse will be held May 15 – 18, 2025!


    Calling for Leads and Co-Leads for Essential Departments!

    We’re seeking passionate and organized individuals to lead or co-lead the following departments:

    Earth Guardian
    Help protect the land and ensure our Leave No Trace principles are upheld during and after the event.

    Gate
    Be the first point of contact for participants, managing check-ins and ensuring a smooth arrival experience.

    Volunteer Recruiter (Online)
    Oversee the digital side of volunteer management, helping match people with roles and keeping communication running smoothly.

    Parking
    Keep arrival and parking flowing smoothly! This team ensures vehicles are parked efficiently and that the space stays organized and free of vehicles during the event.


    Art Grants Open until Feb 7!

    Have an idea for a new art project that you would love to bring to Interfuse? Let us help fund your project!


    Ignition!

    Midwest Burner friends far and wide, are you ready for the next stop on this crazy ride?  To celebrate Interfuse and in the name of tradition, we will gather on January 18th in Kansas City for Ignition!  The event will take place at the MOD Gallery at 1809 McGee Street KCMO 64108 (www.boommod.com).  Get your tickets now, as space is limited and this may sell out. 

    Workshops will take place from 12-5pm and then music and festivities will commence at 6pm starting with Cacophony Karaoke (yes, we want YOU to sing!). 

    Our performance lineup is full, but if you would like to bring some weird art, set up a table about something topical, or ACHEM volunteer to help with working the door or cleanup, please reach out to Sara MissConception at: missconception@midwestburners.org

    Cost will be $20 presale, $30 at the door.


    Tentative Schedule for the day

    12pm – 2pmMWB Meetings
    12pm – 1pmAre you an EC for a MWB Burn? Join us as we go over policies, procedures, budgets, and finances. TV or projector that a laptop can connect to? or at least a white board?
    1pm – 2pmPublic MWB BOD Meeting w/ Community
    2pm – 2:30pmBurners Without Boarders Round Table Discussion
    2:30pm – 3pmMore Boundaries, Less Bullshit
    3pm – 3:30pmCircus Arts w/  Beth Byrd
    3:30pm – 4:30pmInterplay with Devi
    4:30pm – 5:00pmTBA
    6pm – 8pmCacophony Karaoke
    8pm – 9pmThe Sunshine Mammas – live music set
    9pm – 10pm DJ & Emcee MissConconception
    10pm – 11pm DJ Michelle Spann
    11pm – 12am  DJ PRIZM
    12am – 1amDJ Replikant
    1amCutoff

    Have someone in mind for leadership?

  • Help us manifest the perfect Interfuse – get involved and get together with us!

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    How to Survive a Burn?

    The Interfuse Survival Guide is a multi-page document that helps virgin and veteran burners alike prepare and plan for another year of burning at Interfuse! It’s been a while since it’s had a major facelift, so we are requesting community input on what needs to be added or changed. Click the button below to access a google doc and leave suggestions!


    Join the Midwest Burners Board of Directors!

    The BOD is currently taking nominations for our annual election, this year’s election is for 3 positions: President, Vice President, and Secretary. We have extended the nominations deadline til December 7th.


    Ignition!

    Midwest Burner friends far and wide, save the date for the next stop on this crazy ride. To celebrate Interfuse and in the name of tradition, we will gather on January 18th in Kansas City for Ignition!  The event will take place at the MOD Gallery at 1809 McGee Street KCMO 64108 (www.boommod.com)

    Cost will be $20 presale, $30 at the door.

    Want to get involved at Ignition? Let us know if you want to perform, host a workshop, bring art, or help work the door!

    Email missconception@midwestburners.org with questions