I  believe in taking the best care of neighbors and animals that we can and I appreciate, with all my heart, those who help me in my quest to improve the lives of those less fortunate.                                                                                                    ~Sandy

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From time-to-time I offer small originals and prints on eBay for charitible causes. When any are available, you should be able to see them below. Click on a box below to begin using it 

or you can go directly to all my charity listings on eBay.

Thank you for considering helping these causes so near to my heart!

Current Project of Passion

PROJECT

Through Her Eyes

ORGANIZATION

WOMEN for WOMEN International

TIMELINE

PROJECT COMPLETION

SEPTEMBER  2008

"We Dream in Colors"

My goal for this painting  was to show how each generation learns new ways to improve their lives. I attempted to show that by adding more color  to each generation as you move forward in the painting. So, you'll notice in the painting that the youngest generation has the most intense colors and (philosophically) the brightest future. Being an artist, I know how joyful color can be. I was inspired to name the painting after a song with a similar title.

I believe what these women have accomplished, especially given all they have endured, is remarkable and I greatly admire their strength and willingness to learn in the face of all they have to conquer (still). I enjoyed my time visiting with them (at the easel)  while attempting to put my respect for them on paper.

PROJECT

Art Helping Mountain Gorillas

ORGANIZATION

Wildlife Direct Gorilla Protection

TIMELINE

PROJECT DATES

SEPTEMBER 8 - 18  2007

"Gravy The King and The Elephant"

Read the Story of Gravy in Africa

100% of the purchase price have been donated to

 Wildlife Direct Gorilla Protection

Visit my eBay charity auctions

eBay Giving Works' $100M milestone

With the generosity of bidders and donations of my art, together, we have been able to raise over $5000 for charities through eBay and eBay Giving Works. I am honored that recently eBay Live in Boston announced that one of my auction listings was the transaction that marked eBay Giving Works' $100M milestone!

I often list items for charities on eBay, so please check my listings when you get a moment.

If you would like to see the video clip announcement from eBay Live in Boston, click here for high-speed connections and move the slider  to  number 29 or so...

(I take no responsiblity for technical difficulties as this takes you directly to eBay's video:)

The Committee to keep Doves Protected is a group of Michigan voters who worked to restore Michigan's ban on shooting mourning doves. I am happy to say that on November 7th, 2006, the voters defended the 100-year old ban that protects the Mourning Doves from being hunted. My heartfelt thanks to all those who helped in this battle - WE WON!

Pasados Safe Haven is an amazing group of folks who work tirelessly to shelter all animals and fight daily to help prevent animal cruelty.  For more information about them, please visit: Pasado's Website

Whidbey Animal Improvement Foundation's annual Spring Fling auction ~ Whidbey Island, Oak Harbor, Washington. Byers does one commission a year  to benefit WAIF's auction. If you would like a proxy bid form, please contact Sandy directly. For more information about WAIF, please visit WAIF's website.

Purrfect Pals saves the lives of over 2,500 cats every year. This wonderful organization operates a no-kill shelter in Arlington, Washington, that acts as home to more than 200 adoptable cats, special-needs cats, and also functions as a feral cat sanctuary. You can visit them and some of their adorable felines on their website:  Purrfect Pals

Paul Newman's Hole in the Wall Project.  This is a camp for children with life-threatening illnesses - a place where they can just be kids! Please take a moment and visit  Hole in the Wall Gang.