Hands of Action Children’s Art Auction

Hi, the Hands of Action Children’s Art Project Online Auction site has been active for about five days. Up to a few minutes ago it had received about 600 individual unique “hits” - that means at least 600 people took the trouble to click on the link posted on FB, twitter, LinkedIn to find out what this was all about.

It’s about these kids....

And her...

And these...

And these...

And him.

But so far there’ve been no bids for the charming drawings on offer. There’s no minimum bid, the whole process is as transparent as we can make it, and every dollar you bid (donate) for the artwork goes directly to benefit the children. 

Despite our best intentions, we have to admit we are new to this online auction, fundraising business. And if we are honest, we are a little disappointed with the response. So if we are doing something wrong, if there’s something we could do better, then please let us know. Your feedback could make a huge difference. 

These children worked hard to help create the project, to produce something unique that would look terrific in your home or office. Something of their life in rural Uganda. They are not begging, they are aware that they have to take an active part in their own empowerment to become net contributors to society, rather than permanent aid recipients. 

Help them achieve their ambition. So go back to the link at the top of this post, and take another look. 

Thank you! 

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Seeking Nonprofit Partners

As many of you know Ridealist is now a legally registered society (non-profit) here in Hong Kong. We aim to tell compelling stories of people and organisations making a positive difference in their communities.

Our target "demographic" are those grassroots non-profits and community groups that could genuinely benefit from a promotional or "awareness" video but simply do not have the means either financially or professionally to produce one.

Consequently, all of our work is done on an entirely pro-bono, volunteer basis.

We are also interested in producing full length documentary videos on social issues for broadcast.

However, certain restrictions placed on Ridealist make it difficult or virtually impossible for us to raise funds on our own behalf to maintain and expand this service. While we are able to provide volunteer services for local groups, because of contractual obligations, we are unable to directly participate in fund raising activities in Hong Kong. Therefore, the partner nonprofit needs to be based overseas such as - but not limited to - the United States or Great Britain.

We are looking for partnership opportunities with established NPOs who might consider fundraising on our behalf for specific video projects - especially those that require travel outside of Hong Kong.

These projects may be linked to the partnering NPO, or for a third-party grassroots community group.

If you can help us in this regard, or perhaps suggest a suitable partner, we look forward to hearing from you.

Warm regards,

Chris & Shirley
http://www.ridealist.com  /
http://www.gelken.com

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Sai Kung to Siem Reap

In February 2012, Sue Beer and Alison Price will embark on a grueling 500km, 11-day cycle challenge through Cambodia to help stop sexual slavery in SE Asia.

According to the U.N., trafficking is a $32 billion annual industry that ensnares about 2.5 million people around the world at any given time.

Girls as young as three years old are sold for as little as US$50. Pimps are sewing them up again so they can be sold as “virgins”. This is Sue and Alison’s drive to do what they’re doing. They will cycle over undulating terrain from Phnom Penh to Siem Reap to help put an end to slavery, and rescue and heal its survivors for the Somaly Mam Foundation.

To support Sue and Alison, click on the following links:

http://www.crowdrise.com/suebeer

http://www.crowdrise.com/FUTURESGLOBALRIDECAMBODIA/fundraiser/SueBeer

http://www.crowdrise.com/FUTURESGLOBALRIDECAMBODIA/fundraiser/ALISONPRICE

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Hands of Action Children's Art Project - Exhibition Details

Hands of Action Children’s Art Project - Exhibition Update

Ridealist was recently delighted to be approached by EliteCapitalSolutions Hong Kong who expressed an interest in our Children’s Art Project, featuring the work of some 600 youngsters from four schools and orphanages in a rural district of Eastern Uganda.

After an extremely fruitful meeting last week, Elite quickly confirmed their desire to partner with Ridealist to host a physical exhibition of the prints at their office in Central, Hong Kong.

They have also generously arranged for a local wine company, Platinum Wines, to organize a “wine tasting” event to coincide with the exhibition. We are extremely indebted to both of these companies for their kindness and willingness to help this project on an entirely pro-bono basis.

The event will take place from 6.30pm on Thursday, March 15th at Elite’s office at the Printing House in Duddell Street.

About the exhibition.

We are planning to work on the original drawings and then have about 40 of them printed “double size” on 40x30cm canvas, and mounted on a wooden frame. These charming prints will be ready to hang in your home or office immediately! The original picture from the artist in Uganda will also be framed and placed with the canvas print. The purchaser will receive both framed images.

The images will be available through a silent or an open auction, we expect to have more details about that after the Chinese New Year!

The event will also be interactive.

Ridealist will be setting up cameras and at least two computers in the auction room where the event can be “streamed” over the internet, and we can also connect via VOIP to the main orphanage in Uganda.

This will offer participants the opportunity to get to know the principals of the recipient organization, and also meet the children who will directly benefit, and learn about their hopes and dreams for the future.

For more information (including media enquiries) about this unique, exciting and very worthwhile event, please initially contact Ms Shirley Han by email: shrlyhan@yahoo.com

Ridealist pledge: Ridealist is a locally registered society providing volunteer/pro-bono media related services to small nonprofits and grassroots community groups. We feel compelled to repeat, we are entirely nonprofit and volunteer. All funds raised will be donated directly and electronically to the Hands of Action group in Uganda, will not pass through any Ridealist account, and Ridealist will not be taking any commission.

However, through our connections with Hands of Action in Uganda, we will be providing regular updates on how the funds were disbursed on our website and blog, and through the websites of other Ridealist volunteers in the United States, the United Kingdom and in Uganda.

We look forward to hearing from you.

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