Provenance Properties will host an online charity auction to benefit Cayman’s Acts of Random Kindness (ARK) on Thursday, 23 July from 5 to 8 p.m. Funds raised will go towards ARK Feed Cayman 2020 initiative, aiming to produce and donate hot meals across the island, as an increased number of people are facing challenging times due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Donations for the auction may include art, small bespoke pieces of furniture and décor, luxury experiences and designer luxury items such as handbags, clothing and jewellery. If interested in donating, please contact [email protected] to provide photos and details of items to be donated.

Guests will access the event through an online auction platform, which enables them to track their favourite items and see how bids are progressing. Guests can participate by placing a bid on any of the donated items or by providing a cash donation. The auction site will open in the days prior to the event, allowing for attendees to explore what is for auction and select the items they plan to bid on.

“We are proud to partner with an organisation that has been tirelessly providing relief to those who are struggling in our community, as part of our commitment to contribute to economic recovery efforts in the Cayman Islands,” said Jackie Doak, broker at Provenance Properties and president of business development at Dart. “As a brokerage we know that clutter-free spaces in homes enhance liveability and, for those wishing to sell their properties, the appeal of the property also. Many Cayman residents took the opportunity to clean up their space whilst sheltering in place. We hope this auction provides an outlet for those items that in turn can help others in need.”

All donations from the auction will be directed towards ARK’s Feed Cayman programme, which aims to distribute hot meals and food cards (for the island’s major supermarkets) within the community. Since March 2020, this list has significantly increased as the programme is not only targeting vulnerable families, but also individuals who have suffered job losses due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Founded in 2006, Cayman’s ARK is a registered non-profit organisation run solely by volunteers.

“ARK is delighted by the invaluable support of Provenance Properties and the opportunity to benefit from the fabulous online charity auction,” said Tara Nielsen, founder of Cayman’s ARK.

Ms. Nielsen added that ARK has been operating its Kindness Kitchen for more than three months, after starting the initiative in response to the COVID-19 pandemic, and has so far provided 8,000 hot meals and soups for more than 2,000 people a week. “However, we still have a long way to go…hundreds of people still depend on food support.

“ARK relies 100% on private-sector donations; an event such as this online auction will enable us to continue our vital work to provide hunger relief for those impacted by the economic and social effects of COVID-19. ARK is sincerely grateful to Provenance Properties and to all those who donate items to auction.”

For more information or to receive updates about event details, click here or email [email protected]. For any donations, please email [email protected] to provide photos and details.

About Provenance Properties

Provenance Properties is the exclusive Christie’s International Real Estate affiliate in the Cayman Islands, the sole real estate brokerage for Dart and a member of the Cayman Islands Real Estate Brokers Association (CIREBA). In 2019, Provenance Properties was recognised as a Christie’s Affiliate of the Year. Provenance Properties is also the exclusive Cayman Islands affiliate of Haute Residence, and holds the exclusive Cayman Islands membership in REALM™, the world’s premiere luxury real estate membership network.

Provenance Properties provides access to a large and growing portfolio of luxury residences and condominiums for sale or rent, as well as land for sale and commercial properties for lease in the Cayman Islands. The Provenance Properties team leverages the experience and reputation of the region’s premier real estate developer and provides bespoke service to individuals seeking to relocate to the Cayman Islands for business or personal reasons.

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About Cayman’s Acts of Random Kindness (ARK)

Acts of Random Kindness (ARK) endeavours to be a friend to people in unique circumstances of crisis; to demonstrate kindness through loving acts of service. ARK aims to be a friend to strangers, approaching humanity with great love and compassion – and without judgment. ARK is a nonprofit organisation, founded in 2006 and run by volunteers.

For more, visit caymansark.com.

Photos:

Décor – Christopher Burns

Luxury home goods and more will be on offer at the charity auction; donations are gratefully received. Credit: Christopher Burns

PPCI Save the Date – Charity Auction for ARK

A flyer about the event for use on your community bulletin boards and online channels.