Headwaters Relief Organization Fundraiser
In support of Headwaters Relief Organization …
New Orleans Thanks You
Twelve Small Things
Humantree
New Orleans Thanks You
Headwaters Relief Organization, in cooperation with the “New Orleans Thanks You” artists, offers items designed to express the appreciation of the people of New Orleans to all those who offered their support in the wake of the Hurricane Katrina disaster, including the Headwaters Relief Organization, through their River of Hope Project.
All profits received from the sale of these items will be donated to Headwaters Relief Organization to support the group’s ongoing volunteer relief work in Louisiana, as well as Minnesota, Iowa, and elsewhere.
All orders inclulde a flat rate shipping charge of $7.00 per order. Orders are processed via PayPal. Charges are billed via Headwaters Relief Organization.
The Merci Collection, Jewelry by Gerald Haessig:
The Fleur De Lis, long a symbol of France, has taken on a new role since Hurricane Katrina. It is the rallying cry for rebuilding, recovery, and pride for our beloved city, New Orleans. The focal point of the designs, the fleur de lis, is placed in front of a Roman column. The Roman column symbolizes the strength of our people, stately mansions, and historic plantations. A banner reads, “Merci” – honoring our French heritage. The Merci Collection is designed as a way for locals to say thank you to a volunteer or someone special.
The small pendant comes on a black cord, while the medium pendant comes on a black wire necklace. Each piece of jewelry is .999FS, meaning it is pure silver.
Each piece is individually hand made. There is no mass produced casting involved in the process. There will be slight differences in each piece, making each one unique. Each is signed on the back. All are made in New Orleans
 | Small Pendant 1" x 3/8" Retail $37 |
| Medium Pendant 1 3/8" x 5/8" Retail $89.95 - On Sale for $72! | |
The Builder Collection, Jewelry by Gerald Haessig:
Designed for those who are helping rebuild the city and Gulf South region, the fleur de lis is also placed in front of a column, symbolizing the corner stone of our rebuilding efforts. The Builder Collection is created for people who want to show their support for the rebuilding efforts, or as a cherished keepsake to commemorate their volunteer work.
The small pendant comes on a black cord, while the medium pendant comes on a black wire necklace. Each piece of jewelry is .999FS, meaning it is pure silver.
Each piece is individually hand made. There is no mass produced casting involved in the process. There will be slight differences in each piece, making each one unique. Each is signed on the back. All are made in New Orleans
 | Small Pendant 3/4" x 3/8" Retail $25 |
| Medium Pendant 1" x 1/2" Retail $74.95 - On Sale for $60! | |
Handpainted Silk Scarf, by Helen Reese:
Handpainted dyes on silk with the word "Merci" and a Fleur De Lis. Each scarf is "one of a kind" and cannot be exactly reproduced, although they will be similar in color or design. Helen's scarf was specifically created to benefit Headwaters' River of Hope project during the Prospect 1 Art Biannial satellite show at the Dutch Alley Artist Co-op in New Orleans.
 | Hand Painted Silk Scarf 14" x 72" Retail $76 |
Heart and Fleur De Lis Prints, by Terry Schwall:
These prints are a reproduction of Terry Schwall’s original oil painting, specifically created to benefit Headwaters' River of Hope project, during the Prospect 1 Art Biannial satellite show at the Dutch Alley Artist Co-op in New Orleans. These Giclee prints are reproduced on museum quality acid free paper, and are available in blue or green.
  | Fleur De Lis Prints 8" x 10" (blue or green) Retail $30 |
More information about the “New Orleans Thanks You” artists and their work is available at:
"New Orleans Thanks You" Website
Twelve Small Things
We invite you to explore Twelve Small Things’ web site at www.12smallthings.com.
Twelve Small Things is supporting Headwaters Relief Organization’s ongoing work in New Orleans. As Laurie Kanes, Twelve Small Things founder, has said, “Thank someone you love with the Merci silver pendant. The French fleur-de-lis design has taken on a new role in New Orleans since Hurricane Katrina, symbolizing rebuilding, recovery, and pride. Local artist Gerald Haessig's jewelry features the fleur-de-lis with a "Merci" banner in front of a Roman column representing the strength of New Orleans. Proceeds from the sale of this jewelry are donated to the Headwaters Relief Organization, helping to build a children's center in the Ninth Ward.
Humantree
We invite you to explore Humantree’s web site at www.humantree.ca.
Humantree is a not-for-profit organization which is involved with the promotion and sale of art of both established and up and coming artists. Working with contributing artists who generously donate their work, Humantree donates a percentage of their profits from these sales to the aid of underprivileged children, their families, and orphans around the world.
Humantree is now including Headwaters Relief Organization as one of groups to whom they give aide. Those placing online orders can notify Humantree if they want to contribute to Headwaters. Humantree keeps track of each purchase and the amount of the contribution, based on fifty percent of the profit.
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