Art With Heart

The Art with Heart Auction was first introduced to me by my good friend, Rachel. I noticed a beautiful piece of artwork in her home and she told me she won it in the silent auction at this wonderful event. I loved the piece and wanted to know more about the event.
So after my research and attending this year’s events here’s what I found out:
–artwork is donated by many talented artists across the Southeast and the fundraiser benefits nonprofit organizations (For 2013 it was Safe Alliance formally United Family Services)
–It was hosted by Colleen Odegaard and Ramona Holloway of WCNC’s Charlotte Today show
–This year’s fundraiser included an extra special celebration… a new Safe Alliance shelter which allows the organization to help many more people in crisis
–Tickets were $ 100
–There were over 100 pieces in the auction (silent and live) so there was sure to be something that fits everyones’ artistic style. I know there were a few favorites on my list!

A great event supporting United Family Services, packing Founders Hall for a gala night of art auctions — both live and silent. Even our own Jared Y. had a picture in the mix. It seemed to keep interested parties bidding, but I don’t know the final price.
Things definitely went out of my price range rather quickly, but the event itself went off without a hitch, from the red carpet-​style entrance to the top-​quality food from Aria and Amelie’s. Nicely done for a great cause!

Totally blown away. Art With Heart was amazing. From the minute we walked in, my mouth was just open the entire time as I walked around and saw all of the beautiful pieces of work that came from local artists.
Founders Hall was filled with people supporting the cause and United Family Services. We were given ipod touches at check in to help us bid in the silent auction. I was able to bid on a piece and walked away a winner. Wahoo!
The night was perfect. The food, the company, our table, the art, everything was perfect.