To Our RootsCamp Volunteers: The Heartbeat of This Movement 💚

Movements don’t run on speeches alone. They don’t thrive on ideas left on paper. They are carried forward by people—by hands that lift, by voices that guide, by hearts that hold space for something bigger than any one of us. That is what you did. That is who you are.

From the moment Virtual RootsCamp began, you were there. The steady hands, the problem solvers, the community builders. Whether you were helping someone navigate the platform, ensuring a session ran smoothly, or simply offering a word of encouragement to a fellow organizer—you were the quiet force that made this space possible.

🌟 You weren’t just volunteers. You were architects.
You built the structure that held this gathering together. Every session you supported, every tech issue you troubleshot, every moment you spent making sure someone else felt seen and heard—those were bricks laid in the foundation of something lasting.

🌱 You weren’t just helping. You were planting seeds.
Every introduction you facilitated, every question you answered, every person you welcomed—you were creating connections that will grow beyond this week, beyond this space, into the movements and campaigns that will shape our future.

📣 You weren’t just behind the scenes. You were at the heart of it all.
The work you did may not always be the loudest, but it was essential. And in this work—where so much is urgent and the path forward can be uncertain—you proved that the most powerful movements are held up by those willing to serve, to support, to show up not for recognition, but for impact.

These photos above capture just a fraction of the energy, the learning, and the connections made at RootsCamp Baltimore. From deep dives into organizing strategies to powerful discussions on movement-building, every session was a reminder of why we do this work—and why we must keep going. RootsCamp Baltimore set the stage for Virtual RootsCamp.

💚 This wouldn’t have happened without you.
💡 Your work made a difference.
🌍 And the impact you’ve made will last far beyond this week.

We could say thank you a hundred times and it still wouldn’t be enough. But know this: You are valued. You are appreciated. And you are part of a legacy of changemakers who make the impossible possible.

Amy Pritchard is the visionary force behind GAIN POWER—the spark that lights the way for so many in this movement. Her passion, dedication, and relentless belief in the power of people make all things possible. RootsCamp, and so much more, exists because of her commitment to lifting up organizers, amplifying voices, and creating spaces where change isn’t just discussed—it’s made. Grateful beyond words for her leadership, heart, and the community she continues to build. 💚

Now, we want to hear from you. Drop your favorite memory, moment, or takeaway in the comments below.

What will you carry forward from this experience? What inspired you? What made you laugh, cry, or reflect? ⬇️✨