Charity Work

“Charity Work” By Nikki Karn

Many of us have causes and charities that are dear to our hearts for various reasons. It can be difficult to choose where to give your time (and supplies) when there is an endless list of worthy organizations.

So what is a charitable, but gotta pay the bills, face painter to do? Well, let me share a story…….

This past May, I donated my time to the 2nd Annual Southwest Michigan Arthritis Walk. In exchange for my time and supplies I was given much free publicity.

The chairperson listed my business as a sponsor of the event in all printed material; letters, t-shirts, posters, etc. I was also given the opportunity to do a radio interview as one of the sponsors.

Now I have to tell you, I never would have been able to afford all this advertising; not in my second year of being in business!

But there is generally a budget for advertising, especially for a well-known organization, so you aren’t taking away from the charity.

I painted for 2 1/2 hours and it was worth every brushstroke. I took donations, which went to the Arthritis Foundation.

It was wonderful to help raise well over $10,000 for this charity. Plus, I have booked many events over the summer months as a result of being there and having so much free publicity.

Truly a win-win situation.

If you have been approached by a charitable organization don’t be afraid to negotiate a

deal for your time.

Truth be told, I would face paint for a poke in the eye and a candy bar, but the fact is my time is worth more than that and supplies, insurance, gas, etc. require me to be more practical.

I will be returning next year and look forward to helping make the 3rd Annual Southwest Michigan Arthritis Walk a bigger success than this year!

Hugs & Blessings,

Nikki Karn
www.ajoyfulheartfacepainting.com

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