To date nearly $80,000 has been raised
to benefit the charities.
To learn more about African Sojourn, click here or contact Sandy Levine at
609-777-5261.
African Sojourn started when Sandy Levine's sister, artist Diana Madaras of Tucson, had a chance meeting with the owner of a tour company that specializes in trips to Africa. Madaras had always dreamed of going on a photographic safari. Terry von Guilleaume, owner of Destination Southern Africa said he would send Madaras on a free safari, if she would agree to donate the proceeds of the original paintings she created as a result of the trip to charity. Thus began a heartwarming "pay-it-forward" story, with one generous act leading to another.
When Levine heard about the fundraiser she was inspired to become involved, and traveled to South Africa to create a moving video about the charities that will benefit from the African Sojourn art show.
Click on the image below to watch the 10-minute video.
The charities include:
SanWild, wildlife rehabilitation center, where injured and orphaned African animals are rescued, rehabilitated and returned to the wild.
Holy Family Care Centre, an AIDS Orphanage founded by Catholic nuns, to help children whose families have been devastated by AIDS.
Malebalong Primary School Community Garden. In the impoverished village of Bismarck, with an 80% unemployment rate, fresh fruits and vegetables are beyond the reach of many families. A huge garden has been planted so the school children will have healthier meals.
Reid Park Zoo in Tucson
Therapeutic Riding of Tucson, where people with special needs are helped through equine therapy programs.
