Friday, February 25, 2011

Christchurch Earthquake Fundraisers

The human spirit is stronger than anything that can happen to it. - C.C. Scott

This week has certainly proved to me how things can change in a matter of minutes and how we must keep in mind that life is a precious gift.  This week has also shown that New Zealanders are an amazing bunch of people (although I already knew that!) and absolutely everyone I have interacted with over the last four days has had the people of Christchurch firmly on their minds. 

The number of initiatives that are spreading around the world to help Cantabrians and their families is truly remarkable.   This week I would like to focus on a few of those fundraising initiatives.  I will be updating these on a daily basis as the following are fantastic online auctions running for a matter of days - up to a week.

Please contact me at the following email address if you stumble across any other auctions and initiatives you feel I might be interested in promoting: avesangle@gmail.com 

The links directly below the pictures will take you straight through to the live auction.  Please check the following auctions out and bid!! :)




Join your friends and family at Rainbows End for the Day!  Auction includes full entry & lunch for 20 people!

What better way to have extreme fun with friends and family and also know that all proceeds of this auction will go directly to the Christchurch Earthquake Appeal.

20+ Rides, 20+ Acres and 20+Years of Pure Kiwi Adventures here at Rainbows End.




We're so lucky to have won a Samoan beachfront holiday but we'd much rather share our good fortune with the Red Cross Earthquake Appeal. So were putting this holiday for four up for auction now.

Dig deep, because the more you pay for this priceless holiday in paradise, the more help will go directly to the people of Christchurch through the Red Cross Earthquake Appeal.

You need to complete travel by 31st May 2011.
Heres what youre bidding for:
4 adult return tickets flying Polynesian Blue Airlines departing from Auckland to Samoa,
7 days in a beachfront bungalow at Le Lagoto Resort (an absolutely beautiful resort we might add),
Daily tropical breakfasts,
Free use of water sport kayaks,
$700NZ spending money.

A total value of over $8,000!!!!

Plus there's more!!! If your bid wins this auction, youll also receive a gift basket thanks to Best Foods Mayonnaise.

Best Foods have agreed (since we're donating the funds to Red Cross) to allowing the name change of the tickets to the winner of the auction.



Anika Moa

Variety is fundraising for children affected by the Christchurch earthquake. 100% of funds from this auction item will go to the children in need. (Trade Me has kindly waived all fees).

Ashton Guitar Starter Pack and Lesson with Anika Moa!

This is a priceless gift for a budding musician! In this pack you get a Ashton steel string acoustic Guitar, travel guitar bag, strap, spare strings, picks and DVD. However the best part is the kick-start to your career as a guitarist with an exclusive lesson with Anika Moa.

Anika Moa is a renowned NZ musician, who has dominated the music industry for the last 12 years. She has release several albums and could now is a household name. To have her teach you on your new Guitar is truly a once in a lifetime experience!

Please note Lesson must be in Auckland and is subject to Anika's availability

Sincere thanks to Anika Moa and to Musicworks for providing this awesome auction item.





VARIETY - THE CHILDREN'S CHARITY:
Variety is fundraising for children affected by the Christchurch earthquake. 100% of funds from this auction item will go to the children in need. (Trade Me has kindly waived all fees).

LOreal Paris gift basket
RRP$1000

The basket is full of lovely gifts for both him and her including:

Elvive Shampoo & Conditioner, Treatment, Night Repair Cream and Spray
Derma Genesis wipes
Derma Genesis Gel Mouse Skincare and Night Cream
Age RePerfect Day Cream
Age RePerfect De-crinkles Eye and Lip Contours
De-maq expert make up remover and Cleansing Cream
Youth Code Anti Wrinkle Concentrate
Age Re Perfect Radiance Enhancer
X2 Mascaras and Renewal Lash Serum
X2 Color Rich Lipstick (Luminous Scarlet & Light Garnet)
X3 Glam Shine Lip Glosses
X2 Eye Pencils (Blue and Grey)
X4 Eye Shadow Pallets (Brown, Blue, Pinks and Beiges)
X2 Mineral Powders (Glam Bronze and Translucent)
X3 Resist and Shine Nail Polish (Red, Pink and White)
Nutri Summer Moisturizer & Sublime Tanning Gel
Men Expert cleanser, after shave balm and shave cream
X2 Men Expert Moisturizers
Variety is fundraising for children affected by the Christchurch earthquake. 100% of funds from this auction item will go to the children in need. (Trade Me has kindly waived all fees).

Peter Jackson - Kongs Krew Womans Large Huffer Hoodie and District 9 Mens Large Aurora Hoodie
Mens Size L and Womans Size L.  RRP $200.00 each.

Are you couple who are Peter Jackson fans? If so, we have the clothing for you! You will receive a Kongs Krew and a District 9 size Large "zippa upper" hoodies. 

Kongs Krew - Designed by Huffer for Woman (Grey)
District 9 - Designed by Aurora for Men(Navy)




Variety is fundraising for children affected by the Christchurch earthquake. 100% of funds from this auction item will go to the children in need. (Trade Me has kindly waived all fees).

Samoa holiday for two people - valued at $2500.00!!!

Package includes:
-Return economy flights for 2 adults (excluding taxes ) on Polynesian Blue, from Auckland to Samoa, valid for travel until 31 December 2011.

-3 nights accommodation at Lusias Lagoon Resort, Salelologa
Savaii Island Samoa valid until 31 Dec 2011 (terms and conditions apply)




Lisa Hoskin Designer Necklace

Variety is fundraising for children affected by the Christchurch earthquake. 100% of funds from this auction item will go to the children in need. (Trade Me has kindly waived all fees).

Lisa Hoskin Designer Daisy Chain Necklace RRP $485.00.  An exquisite and realistic Daisy Chain necklace straight out of childhood memories... Each daisy is threaded through the stem of the adjoining flower and moves organically, as expected.

Proudly New Zealand made and designed.  Thanks to Lisa Hoskin Design for providing this awesome auction item.




100% of all proceeds go to the Red Cross 2011 Earthquake Appeal

Bid on Cardrona Retreat in Lake Wanaka

* You will be bidding on a 2 night stay at this property for sometime during 2011. (Conditions apply)

In the beautiful Cardrona Valley, Cardrona Retreat is a perfect place for Summer and Winter relaxation or activity holidays.

Tastefully furnished and fully equipped; peaceful and quiet yet very central, we are just 35 minutes from Queenstown, 20 minutes from Wanaka.




Variety is fundraising for children affected by the Christchurch earthquake. 100% of funds from this auction item will go to the children in need. (Trade Me has kindly waived all fees).
Want to go to the movies with Shortland Street stars? Here is your chance. With this package you get 8 gold class movie tickets to the Film of your liking accompanied with the handsome Ben Mitchell (TK Sammuals) and lovely Shavaughn Ruakere (Roimata Ngatai).

Please note: Recipients must be aged 16 or over.  Suitable date to be agreed between auction winner, Ben and Shavaugh within Voucher expiry. (31 December 2011)



This is an original Hon John Key doodle drawn for the Kumeu Volunteer Fire Brigade as a fundraiser prior to the Christchurch Earthquake by the Prime Minister.

We have had it framed with photos of the Fire Service and USAR crews working in Christchurch and have donated it to the United Fire Brigades Association Benevolent Fund for firefighters who have lost their homes in Christchurch.

It is simply a one of a kind, and was drawn by him.




ARFU Personalised Plate


YES - that's right. ARFU.....Auckland Rugby Football Union!! THE one and only is up for sale!!!
It is THE plate to own for any true Auckland Rugby fan. An investment in something that is absolutely unique and wanted by every true blue - but only one person can have this!



Very cute vintage style fabric rose stud earrings - stainless steel backs and nickel free.  Being sold at $5.00 each (half price) and all of the profits from each sale will be benefiting the people of Christchurch.





Following are just a few of the initiatives that have heartened me this week.  Please support these fabulous businesses and people in the future:


Since Tuesday's earthquake in Christchurch the team at She Chocolat have been lifting spirits in the city with hot chocolate, chocolates, lots of hugs and shoulder massages. 

‎290 litres of hot chocolate + truffles, chocolate spoons and turtles has gone into the city in the last week..and it's growing. 



These guys are doing an amazing job of lifting morale and taking minds to a better place, even for a few minutes.  There are around 70,000 children in the Christchurch area and they will all be adversely affected by the quake.  A bit of light, laughter and distraction from their surroundings has to be a good thing!

From Monday February 28th to Sunday March 6th CUE women's clothing will be donating 100% of all profits from all stores throughout New Zealand to the Christchurch Earthquake Relief.  http://www.cue.cc/

Vodafone New Zealand - The Vodafone truck, Optimus Prime, has reached Christchurch and will be providing support outside Hornby Mall.  It will offer phone charging, prepay top ups and vouchers purchase, customer service info, free Wifi access and ten phones for the public to make calls.




All of the proceeds from the sale of these t-shirts will be going to the NZ Red Cross 2011 Earthquake Appeal.  Shirts are available in black or white, in men’s and women’s sizes. You can donate either $20, $50 or $100 to receive your shirt.



Well done to Caffe L'affare who donated 100% of last Sunday's profits to the
Christchurch Earthquake Appeal - they raised $18.000!!!!




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