We’ve got some big news… and we’re feeling a lot of feelings about it!🍷💖
Just over two years ago, we opened our tiny 12-seat wine bar with a goal to create a space where people could feel safe, seen, and connected. You filled this special lil space with laughter, storytelling, music, and late-night conversations. You showed up for D&D, for game nights, for dance parties and raves and most importantly, for each other. It's been seriously amazing watching this space grow along with the community, and we are blown away by what we've all been able to do together in this small space!
photo credit: Samantha Joh (@samanthaajoh on instagram)
And now, we’re ready to level up.
We’re expanding into a new space (in the same building). It's more than double the size of our current spot, with a full wall of windows giving us an epic view of downtown Portland. There will be so much more room for games, dancing, bigger events, private parties... more room for all the magic we've all been creating together over the past couple of years. We’ve signed the lease and construction is underway. It’s gonna be a HUGE upgrade!
But we can’t do it alone!!!
We’re launching this crowdfunding campaign to raise $35,000 to help cover the costs of making this new space everything it can be. This money will help soften the financial blow of our move - including electrical and plumbing work, upgrades like our dishwasher, freezer, and sound equipment (yes, we will finally have our own CDJs 👀). Any amount raised will also give us more wiggle room to stay afloat during the transition if we need to close temporarily.
If this space has ever meant something to you— if you’ve thrown some dice here, or danced here, laughed here, or found your people here— we’d love your support during this time. Whether that’s contributing just $10, sharing the campaign with your network, or visiting us for a glass of wine during this transition period, it truly means the world to us.
This has always been our space. And we’re so excited to watch it grow with you. 🖤
Love, Luke and Jocelyn
GIFTS FOR DONORS :) <3
1. $20
Personalized thank you note :)
Drink Token: A voucher for one free drink at Statera (NA included) during regular wine bar hours
2. $40 donation
Personalized thank you note :)
Drink Token: A voucher for one free drink at Statera (NA included) during regular wine bar hours
Stuffed animal of your choice from our famous stuffie cloud (yes, she’s being retired!)
photo credit: Samantha Joh (@samanthaajoh on instagram)
$60 donation
Limited Edition T-Shirt: Featuring a beloved design from one of our wine labels by designer Laura Wilusz. See our mock-up below (final design subject to change):
4. $100 donation
Exclusive art print: Fancy gorgeous art print featuring one of our wine label designs by designer Laura Wilusz. Full art print design to be revealed soon!
Get on the list: We’ll put you on the guest list for an upcoming event.
5. $250 donation
Private Wine Tasting for Two: A reserved table for two people to enjoy an exclusive wine tasting hosted by Luke, with snacks included.
Special Drink: Help us name a specialty wine cocktail!
Limited Edition T-Shirt: Featuring a beloved design from one of our wine labels by designer Laura Wilusz. See our mock-up below (final design subject to change):
5. $500 donation
VIP: Get on the guest list for our official launch party along with complimentary bottle service (choose your bottle upon arrival!)
Reserved Table for the Night: A reservation for a group of up to 4 people for any of our regular events (DnD night, game night, etc.) with drinks and light snacks included.
6. $1000 donation
Lifetime VIP: Get a complimentary welcome glass of bubbles for you and one guest every time you come into Statera!
Pre-fixe dinner: Reserve a bespoke pre-fixe dinner for up to 8 people, wine included
Exclusive art print: Fancy gorgeous art print featuring one of our wine label designs. Full art print design to be revealed soon!
7. $5000 donation
Lifetime VIP: Get a complimentary welcome glass of bubbles for you and one guest every time you come into Statera!
Personalized case of wine: We’ll do a custom label for a case of wine with your name on it!
Private Party: We’ll host a private party for you and up to 30 guests - including wine and passed hors d'oeuvres.
7. $10,000 donation
Lifetime VIP: Get a complimentary welcome glass of bubbles for you and up to 3 guests every time you come into Statera!
Personalized case of wine: We’ll do a custom label for a case of wine with your name on it!
Private Party: We’ll host a private party for you and up to 80 guests - including wine and passed hors d'oeuvres.
