My journey into building this company started with a simple question.

 

How can I combine the items I love to create with the causes that I care about, and it be mutually beneficial for all?

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The answer came to me in a series of waves.

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I started by making a ceramic bowl and a plate with a puzzle pattern on the outside when I realized that it was similar to the logo for Autism Speaks. Subsequently, I reduced the bowl size so it could function as a candle vessel, a candy dish, a jewelry dish, a guacamole bowl, a small snack dish…..or any other variety of small dish uses.

 

I have several friends whose children are on the autism spectrum, so why not use my art and the profits from the sales to support Autism Speaks. Not only do I get the benefit of creating, but I also get the benefit of giving to organizations who help others.   

 

The bowl symbolizes only the beginning of this journey. The idea has expanded to include other items I created. Each item for sale has its designated charity. Every month, the stated share of profits is donated to that organization based on the item's sales that month.

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More to Come

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Periodically, an item and its designated charity will be featured. During that feature period, half of the profits will be shared with the designated charity.

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As time goes on, other artists work and their designated charities will be featured. This movement is designed to help not only the artist, but also the chosen organizations. 

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Background

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I spent most of my career in a corporate environoment. I retired from my Senior Manager role in data analytics at Verizon after 23 years. Prior to that I held the position of Financial Manager at Hospice of Southern Illinois.

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I have my Masters of Business Administration from Webster University, and my Bachelor of Arts in Accounting from Saint Louis University.

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- Donna Donahue, Founder