STING AND CELEBRITY FRIENDS LEND A HAND IN CHARITY CHRISTMAS AUCTION

09/10/2015

Unique Christmas gifts in the Rainforest Foundation UK’s annual online auction.

  The Rainforest Foundation UK (RFUK), the charity that supports people living in and around the world’s rainforests to protect their environment, has announced the details of its 6th annual public auction of one-off gifts, art and experiences donated by celebrities, artists and supporter organisations.

 ‘The 12 Days of Christmas’ eBay auction will run from 12th – 23rd November and features celebrity-crafted Christmas cards, limited-edition artworks and luxury experiences – all proceeds going directly to projects which help to protect the future of the rainforests and the rights of indigenous and forest people.

The online auction features limited-edition pieces from renowned international artists such as Ben AllenSanerand Patrick Hughes; hand-drawn and signed Christmas cards from comedians Stephen Fry, Michael Palin andLenny Henry and much more. There are also fantastic experiences up for grabs, like a day at Sting and Trudie Styler’s countryside estate and a meal at Michelin-star chef, Marcus Wareing’s restaurant Tredwell’s.

 For fashionistas, there will also be a range of unique, sold out or limited edition items, including a Paul’s Boutique handbag, an Alexandra Moura crystal dress, fashion items from our friends at ASOS and more.

 For shoppers with a conscience, RFUK’s Christmas auction features gifts that really make a difference.  It’s a rare opportunity to purchase an item that will help to protect the home of rainforest communities and endangered wildlife.

 The auction is open to everyone through an online pop-up shop on eBay, accessible via www.ebay.co.uk/12days. Auction lots will be released from 12th November, with sneak previews and new additions announced through social media.