For Immediate Release
June 10, 2013
Goodwill Hosts Semi Annual Art for Everyone Fundraiser
Affordable Art Sale at the Historic Kimball Jenkins School of Art in Concord
Concord, NH – Goodwill Industries of Northern New England will hold its semi-annual Art for Everyone: A Collection of Donated Art, on Thursday, June 20, from 5 to 8 pm, at the historic Kimball Jenkins School of Art (266 North Main Street, Concord). The sale features over 200 pieces of artwork donated to Goodwill stores, including: oils, watercolors, drawings, mixed media, and prints. The collection is selected from donations from 27 retail stores across Maine, New Hampshire, and Vermont, and is affordably priced for all budgets.
Bob Parker, Special Events Coordinator, noted that the unique feature of the fundraiser is that everyone can walk away with something: “We have pieces for $5 and we have a few pieces for $150 – 200, with most art in the $20-$75 range.” Proceeds from the fundraiser benefit Goodwill programs across New England; helping people achieve personal stability, engage in the community, and create a more sustainable environment.
Admission is free and light refreshments and drinks will be served.
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About Goodwill
Goodwill Industries of Northern New England enables individuals with diverse challenges to achieve personal stability and community engagement. A social enterprise for over 100 years, Goodwill reflects the integration of economic, social and environmental sustainability, with a focus on connecting people to marketplace employment. Our services are funded by revenue from retail and recycling operations, grants, fees, and philanthropic investments and gifts.
Website: www.goodwillnne.org
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Contact: Maureen Puia
Director, Communications
maureen.puia@goodwillnne.org
Office: (207) 699-0721
Cell (207) 239-7225