Women to Women International GHSP

Tomorrow, August 18th 2013 is our 5th annual fundraiser in Santa Barbara, California. Over 100 guests have already RSVP'd to attend the benefit at the gorgeous home of Nancy Read in Montecito.

Nancy has such a huge heart and she will open up her home to welcome us all. Others have contributed food and beverage items, countless hours of work by our Sounding Board members, a Youtube video documentary by Dave Carrell http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uHBtpIdcljs , photography, videography, sound by our favorite DJ Jay Allen, set-up, take down, transportation, bartending by Eric Schlobohm. We are simply overflowing with gratitute for each and everyone of you: our supporters, contributors, donors and guests.

Our sponsored students, and those going through the intake process at the school, are praying for a successful event so they can receive a scholarship to attend St. Anne's Senior Secondary School for Girls in Damongo, Ghana.

And the following generous donors have contributed items for our fabulous Silent Auction. Hope you can take one of these home to enjoy or share:

Women to Women International Silent Auction

1. Bacara Resort and Spa, Luxury two night garden view with king bed, private balcony or patio, and sitting room with fireplace, including breakfast each morning. Enjoy the pool and cabanas, acres of water view trails, spa and fitness areas. Truly romantic and restful located in Santa Barbara...great wedding or anniversary gift ...value $1,200.00

2. Nordstrom gift card (2) A&B

3. Aerial Photography portrait of your home, ranch or business. Santa Barbara, Montecito, Goleta area, time arranged with Fritz Pinney to fit the weather and pilot availability... includes 8x10 by “Fotos by Fritz” value $400.00

4. A, B and C, Glass Art Fused Plate by Claire VanBlaricum one of a kind, hand crafted, absolutely beautiful conversation piece. Value…….uncompromising elegance. A. Green and blue striped, B. Green with silver, C. Red with white

5. Haircut, Style and Blowout @ Bazinet Hair styling with Carmen Tasca located at 3008 State Street Santa Barbara... value $40.00

6. Cree Mann original signed watercolor...Cree is one of Santa Barbara’s leading artists, her work can be found around the world...she lives paints, and shows in Santa Barbara...Value $175.00

7. Amazon Gift card..shopping spree...value $100.00

8. Massage by Eric...treat yourself to a 60 minute massage...Eric will be here today for questions...don’t miss this one...Value $150.00

9. This “Africa” Quilt has been hand made by artist Robin Smith from Santa Barbara especially for Women to Women 2013 Ghana High School Project. Beautiful color, fabulous size and made with love...a true gift to share and use...One of a kind... Value $500.00

10. Robin Smith has also made “Africa” quilt bags and bracelets for today’s silent auction...Beautifully made with color and style...Value…unique.

11. Erica Shaw Art...oil painting...Erica is a local artist with Santa Barbara art association, mural painting in the funk zone and on stage this month at the Santa Barbara bowl. Original signed art...Value $120.00

12. A&B (2) Patagonia Fleece blankets good for you and for the environment. Made from recycled soda bottles, warm and cozy Value $35.00 each

13. A. Patagonia M's Lambswool Crew Sweater 80% Lambswool 20% nylon Men's size medium value $119.99

B. Patagonia M's Nordic Crew Sweater 80 % Lambswool 20% nylon Men's medium value $139.00

14. Watercolor by June Rios, 25 years painting, belongs to the Los Padres Art Association. Value $175.00

15. A & B Have your loved one memorialized in a portrait photograph at the Roberts Photography Studio by Linda Honikman. Value unforgettable.

16. A. Hand crocheted with love by Beverly Kowalsky Ching. Pastel, all acrylic, hypoallergenic, snug your baby or grandchild, pastel colored square Afghan. Washable on delicate cycle or by hand. Valued at $40.00

B. Hand crocheted with love by Beverly Kowalsky Ching. Brown tones, wool and acrylic lap robe. Washable on delicate cycle or by hand. Valued at $70.00

17. Head to Maui for a week in February, stay at The Whaler, an Aston Hotel on Kannapali Beach...Your one bedroom/one bathroom suite in unit 220 is available February 6, 2014 to February 13, 2014 or February 13, 2014 to February 20, 2014...This is a beach front luxury resort with condo living, with all the hotel amenities. Value $3,600.00

18. Etching "Tape" by Inga Guzyte

19. Monoprint "Nest" by Inga Guzyte