Whole Hearts for Life

My friend, the ubber talented designer, Katie McNamara, has opened an online shop to raise money for her sister Kendra who has been diagnosed with a rare form of follicular lymphoma. 100% of all sales go to pay for the cancer treatment. Check out the prayer flags and tote bags at Whole Hearts for Life!

Hillary Anne Fine Art - Giving Back

I have always enjoyed giving to people and have come to realize what an important part it is of business too. That is why we have decided that 10% of the proceeds from Fine Art sales will go toward the A21 campaign. I know most of you are probably unfamiliar with this organization, so let me introduce you.  Did you know...?

• Trafficking in women is the second largest global organized crime today, generating approximately US$12 billion a year.
• There are 1.39 million victims of commercial sexual servitude worldwide.
• Over 25 percent of sex trafficked victims are trafficked from Southern and Eastern Europe.
• 90% of victims trafficked into EU member states end up in the sex industry.
• There is an estimated 20,000 women and girls trafficked into the Greek sex industry, earning Greece the title: "the center of trafficking in Europe."
• One study reveals that one in every 10 Ukrainian persons knows someone in their community who has been trafficked.
• Tragically, only 1-2 percent of victims are rescued, and only 1 in 100,000 Europeans involved in trafficking are convicted.

A21 exists to raise awareness, take legal action, and offer rehabilitation to rescued victims of human trafficking. Their goal is to eventually be able to prevent the human trafficking trade.

I feel this is an issue that needs attention and is overlooked by way too many in our society. In this day and age, how is this still going on? That is why I would like to do my part (even a small part can make a big difference!), and am inviting you to help too. When you purchase a Hillary Anne Fine Art piece, 10% of the proceeds will go towards the A21 campaign. You can also check out THEIR SITE for more information on human trafficking, the campaign, and what other things you can do to help.

Wednesday + Whatnot

Yeah, I know, it's Thursday again and I am posting like it is Wednesday. But I really wanted to share with you about how buying a super awesome watch can feed a family of 4 for 30 days. What's that? I can l look fabulous and save lives? Yes, yes you can, and no, the watch doesn't give you super powers. :-) I am talking about a hello-somebody watch, from a group whose mission it is to provide food for 1 million starving people in 1 year. Each watch is $22, and if you buy multiple watches, the bands and faces are interchangeable. How cool is that?
I always wear my watch to weddings, because I hate wearing all black and it is a great pop of color. Plus its super shiny face is easy to see in dim lighting. I always get a ton of compliments, and who doesn't love that? :-) I have a royal blue band with a hot pink face and am contemplating what my next color selection will be. Any suggestions?