We all know we should do more for charity. It’s a great feeling when you’ve donated some of your hard earned cash to make someone else’s life a bit better.
But let’s be honest here. You only have so much money and there’s always so much stuff you need (ok, want) for yourself. Even though you may want to help out it’s much easier for the nameless faceless beneficiaries of charity to lose out when you’re faced with the most beautiful shoes known to womankind just begging to be purchased.
That’s why the Auckland City Mission’s latest appeal is just the ticket. You get the warm glow that comes with doing something good, but you don’t have to sacrifice goodies for yourself. The Mission is running a mega auction on Trade Me, which sees top celebrities offering themselves and various services to the highest bidders.
Whether it’s a pampering afternoon with Charlotte Dawson a round of golf with Marc Ellis, a catered dinner party, a tour of the Shortland St studios or a yoga lesson, there’s something for everyone… plus all the auctions start at $1 reserve.
Money raised will go towards food, clothing and other services for the city’s most marginalised families and individuals. Auckland City Missioner Diane Robertson sees the auction as a fun opportunity for everyone in Auckland to benefit.
“This is a particularly hard winter. It has hit fast and sharp. We are all finding it cold, but some people are really suffering and need help from the Auckland City Mission with the basics,” she says. “People taking part in the TradeMe auction and sending in money through our household appeal are all helping fellow Aucklanders who are struggling.”
The auction will run for three weeks at www.trademe.co.nz/acm so check it out and get bidding!
Gemma
NOTE:People can also donate money directly to the Auckland City Mission by using the household appeal envelope; ringing 090042825 or 3792395; or posting a donation directly to the ACM, PO Box 5352, Wellesley Street. Food, clothing or bedding can be collected by phoning 3774322, or dropped off at the Mission, 140 Hobson St, Auckland City.
We all know we should do more for charity. It’s a great feeling when you’ve donated some of your hard earned cash to make someone else’s life a bit better.
“This is a particularly hard winter. It has hit fast and sharp. We are all finding it cold, but some people are really suffering and need help from the Auckland City Mission with the basics,” she says. “People taking part in the TradeMe auction and sending in money through our household appeal are all helping fellow Aucklanders who are struggling.”