A BUSINESS WITH A WIDER PURPOSE
Support The Blue•Print
I am 77 and building The Blue•Print, an online publishing business intended to give people more opportunity to tell their stories and be heard. I am investing in myself by building The Blue•Print. I am seeking support to take that work into operation, establish a sustainable livelihood and grow my ability to help others.
I survived childhood sexual abuse by Catholic clergy. Its consequences, and the difficulties I encountered seeking help and justice, have affected my health, relationships and working life. That history helps explain both my circumstances and why this work matters to me.
After more than 200 days in hospital over roughly eighteen months, I now live in a care community where I feel safe and supported. I am finding room to concentrate on developing the business and planning what comes next.
I have put my own time, work and limited funds into The Blue•Print. I am seeking financial support to continue development, testing and preparation for operation. We are working towards a costed plan, with an initial funding range of A$10,000–$15,000 under consideration.
My aim is to establish a business that can support me and, as it grows, create greater opportunities for people disadvantaged by circumstances beyond their control.
If you would like to help, a small contribution or sharing the project with someone who may be interested would be appreciated.
John Anthony Brown
Founder, The Blue•Print
Ways to contribute
Contributions support development and launch of John's publishing business. They do not purchase shares, ownership, publishing services or editorial influence. This page does not offer a tax-deductible charity receipt.
Bank transfer and PayPal are the current options. This page will be updated when dedicated business payment arrangements are ready.
For a question or to request acknowledgement of a bank transfer, contact John. There is no need to send your full banking statement.
What support helps make possible
The immediate work is continued development, testing, clearer instructions and presentation, and preparation for launch and promotion. The A$10,000–$15,000 range is a planning estimate, not a final costed budget or a promise of completion by a particular date. A more detailed plan will be added as costs and priorities are confirmed.
More about John's story
This introduction can stand on its own. For readers who choose to explore further, A Life Between the Layers contains a fuller account, including childhood abuse and its consequences.