The Portland Halo Foundation is holding a silent art auction and gallery at Surface in SE Portland to showcase stories of children from the Bukesa Children's Home in Uganda, Africa. Combining their paintings with work from artists around Portland, the collection will show themes that resonate with all of us and create a bridge that will allow us to learn tangible ways to be involved in these children's lives.

As a foundation, Halo's purpose is to provide healthy living environments, education, and resources for children from impoverished circumstances. Through the orphanage, Halo is able to create a family based setting where each child's full well being is the focus. Beyond food, clothing, education, and medical attention, Halo also incorporates art, sports , music, community service, and mentorship into daily life. All of the work is made possible through the compassion of individuals, families, and businesses in the Portland area.

Tickets are $20 and include two drink tickets(beer/wine) and appetizers- all proceeds benefit the Bukesa Children's Home. To purchase tickets in advance email: katedford@gmail.com or visit www.haloworldwide.org/store.php

In addition to art and other local goods and services, there will be a package of 3 thirty minute private piano lessons with Brittany Longanecker up for auction. Please come and support this great cause or visit www.haloworldwide.org to donate online.

Hope to see you there!