The 'Crafts for a Cause' Auction Teams Celebrities and Crafts
Robyn Currie — March 17, 2010 — Social Good
References: craftsforacause.tumblr & treehugger
The Crafts for a Cause Auction puts the famous to task, for a good cause.
Including artists like Liv Tyler, Drew Barrymore, No Doubt, Kings of Leon and scores of others, all donating their time to raise money to help those in Haiti effected by the earthquake. Check out the Crafts for a Cause Auction, you will be glad you did.
Implications - It's definitely a smart move to combine celebrities and important causes in order to raise money for the needy, and it's not hard to see how auctions such as this would make doing so a whole lot more effective. Here's to hoping we see more celebrity based charity initiatives like this in the future.
Including artists like Liv Tyler, Drew Barrymore, No Doubt, Kings of Leon and scores of others, all donating their time to raise money to help those in Haiti effected by the earthquake. Check out the Crafts for a Cause Auction, you will be glad you did.
Implications - It's definitely a smart move to combine celebrities and important causes in order to raise money for the needy, and it's not hard to see how auctions such as this would make doing so a whole lot more effective. Here's to hoping we see more celebrity based charity initiatives like this in the future.
Trend Themes
1. Celebrity Crafting for a Cause - Celebrities are utilizing their creative skills to raise funds for charitable causes through crafting.
2. Artisan-driven Philanthropy - Craft-based fundraisers provide a unique opportunity for artisans to use their skills for good, while also gaining exposure for their crafts.
3. Auctioning Celebrity-crafted Items - Celebrity-crafted items auctioned for charity provide a unique opportunity for fans to own a piece of memorabilia while giving to a good cause.
Industry Implications
1. Charity - Charitable organizations can employ celebrity crafting initiatives to create innovative fundraising strategies.
2. Crafts and Artisans - Craft-based organizations and hobbyists can utilize celebrity involvement to promote their crafts and drive sales.
3. Auction Houses - Auction houses can capitalize on the popularity of celebrity-crafted items by hosting charity auctions and partnering with charitable organizations.
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