Auction for Action: First Unicef Auction - Shop For A Cause

A great and noble reason to lift those dreadful shopping bans for a day!

For the first time ever in the Philippines, Unicef has partnered with Ayala Malls, Cibo, and Ebay.ph for an auction that will benefit children in the depressed areas of the Philippines and the world. This unique auction brings together works of reputable artists in art, design, furniture, fashion, jewelry and photography along with exciting experiential packages.

Featured artists are: Manny Baldemor, Michael Cacnio, Celestina, Seb Chua, Kenneth Cobonpue, Araceli Limcaco Dans, Kristine Dee, Janina Dizon, Mich Dulce, Tom Epperson, Accessory Lab, Ito Kish, E. Billy Mondoñedo, Ramon Orlina, Debbie Palao, Ling Quisumbing Ramilo, Benji Reyes, Popo San Pascual, Joey Samson, Vito Selma, Victor Sollorano, Paul Syjuco, Ricky Toledo and Chito Vijandre of FIRMA/Felicity, Reg Yuson, and UNICEF Special Advocate for Children, Ms. Daphne Oseña Paez.

Galerie Joaquin artists such Jovan Benito, Jomar Delluba, Hamzah Marbella, Dominic Rubio and Juvenal Sanso are also participating.

Experiential packages include dinner by Chef Tonyboy Escalante of Antonio’s and dugout experience with the Philippine Football Team or Azkals on July 3 at the World Cup qualifier in Manila.

Some of the pieces included in the auction:

This is your chance to get your hands on that much coveted artwork or chair for your new apartment. It may also be your once in a lifetime opportunity to get your hands on Phil, James Younghusband, Aly Borromeo, or whoever your flavor is from the Phil. Azcals team! (lol)

Auction for Action: A UNICEF Fundraising Online Auction on www.ebay.ph/unicef will go live on May 25, 2011. Watch out for exciting items up for bidding and help make a difference for children.

Insider Tip: I heard that all pieces and experiences will be starting at ridiculously low bids so don't miss this opportunity. Do it for the kids! :)

For more information, contact:

Pam Pagunsan, ppagunsan@unicef.org, Tel: 02-9010179, Mobile: 0920-9276239

I would also greatly appreciate it if you help me spread the word about this event. Thanks! :)