A Message of Solidarity
In light of current events, we wanted to take a moment to affirm the roles that community engagement, resource sharing, and forging connection with those around you can play in effecting meaningful change.
Our family story was woven together by the loved ones before us who left behind everything they knew for the sake of OPPORTUNITY, JUSTICE, and FREEDOM: opportunity to create a home and build an honorable life free from injustice, corruption, and economic hardship. Today, we stand on their sturdy shoulders.
Shire Post Mint began in 1987 as a pen-pal club devoted to the writing and mailing of actual pen and ink letters. Its popularity was based on the nostalgic ideal of a community whose sole purpose was simply this: to live joyfully in harmony with one another.
In 2001, we began making our first coins. It quickly became apparent that the idea of immersive fantasy was immensely attractive to more people than we could have imagined. Today, our team and our customers make up our community. Our mission statement highlights our dedication to pursuing fun, meaningful, generous craft.
Beyond the physical objects we create, we also pledge our support to, and our solidarity with, the hopeful spirit behind the phrase: "liberty and justice for all."
To us, "all" means ALL.
If you're looking for ways to stay informed, consider following these organizations:
AIRE is a "community alliance working to build a supportive neighborhood for NWA/River Valley immigrants through education, advocacy, & language justice." You can stay informed on issues affecting the immigrant community here in Northwest Arkansas by following them on Instagram here.
5 Calls makes engaging in democracy simple and accessible by documenting important issues of the day and providing helpful scripts you can use to contact your elected officials and voice your support or concerns. Follow them on Instagram here.
Canopy NWA works to create a welcoming community where refugees have everything they need to build new lives. They offer many ways to get involved, and keep followers up to date on Instagram and Facebook.
Your voice matters. We invite you to join us in our continuous effort to build community in the town we love so much and make a positive, tangible difference in the lives of our neighbors.
- The Shire Post Mint Team
