Halloween has come and gone, but the impacts of the
American Institute of Graphic Arts (AIGA) Cincinnati chapter’s latest fundraiser are long lasting. The group hosted
GUTS: Creatives Carving for Kids at
Washington Park last month and raised nearly $10,000 for
Make-A-Wish Southern Ohio. The “pipeline of eligible children” continues to grow with the proximity of
Cincinnati Children’s Hospital.
“We raised more than enough for one wish,” said Jay Shifman of Make-A-Wish Shifman said noting that they work to grant the wish of every child facing a life threatening illness in our community.
AIGA to surpassed fundraising goal of $8,000 (the average cost of one wish) by $1,200.
The winning Team LPK carved “Haunted OTR" four pumpkins, side-by-side, depicting the local streetscape.
“GUTS is a part of AIGA Cincinnati’s larger ‘Design for Good’ initiative,” said Phil Rowland, architect and AIGA member. “We believe design can make a difference in our community.”
Do Good:
• It's not too late to donate. Contribute
here.
• Sign up to be a
sponsor for next year's GUTS. It's never too early.
• There are many ways to help grant wishes. Learn about them
here.
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