Sunday, February 15, 2015

Caring Clowns

One of Caring Clowns International with children the group is helping in Peru.
Imagine being able to clown around and make a contribution at the same time! There's an organization that makes clowning a basis for helping others, CARING CLOWNS INTERNATIONAL. The group had its beginning in 2001, when a group of four people traveled to Vietnam and brought their clowning skills with them. After they saw the tremendous needs, especially of disabled and poor children, the group decided to launch this organization.



Caring Clown's clowning gigs raise money for those in need around the world, while raising the spirits and bringing joy to their audiences, many spending their days in trying circumstances. Their audiences have included military homecomings, orphanages, hospitals, schools, retirement communities, auctions for nonprofits, community parades and events, and that's just some of them. Among the little gifts that Caring Clowns brings to their performances are red noses (their signature gift), balloon sculptures, toys and stuffed animals.

Not only does this group perform in this country, but also around the world. Any money deriving from their performances goes to some 20 nonprofit organizations, and totals more than $160,000. Their ultimate goal is to raise more than $5 million for needy children around the world.

So, how to get involved. Well, you can donate money. That goes to balloons, red noses, little gifts, maintenance of their website. Remember, this group does not have employees; it's work is done entirely by volunteers. Speaking of which, that's another way to help out. You fill out a survey that is posted under "Get Involved", and they'll contact you with more information. Oh, you can also book them for your event. You always know that the money raised is going to good causes - helping children around the world. And yes, don't worry, there is a clown class for those who have never clowned before. Spreading joy in big and little ways helps volunteer performers, event organizers, and audiences feel truly alive and know that others benefit from their hard work and fun.

Children from Caruso Middle School at the start of a fundraiser with Caring Clowns International.
Thanks to Pollination Project's article: https://thepollinationproject.org/grants-awarded/julie-witczak-caring-clowns-class/, and information from the group's website.


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