Noordhoek community turns forgotten artworks and rescue dogs into a fundraising success story
What began as a collection of forgotten paintings on charity shop shelves has once again been transformed into something extraordinary — raising a record R70,200 for TEARS through this year’s RePAWposed TEARS Art Exhibition and Auction.
Hosted by Noordhoek Art Point Gallery in July, the annual fundraising exhibition brought together local artists, animal lovers, collectors and members of the community in support of TEARS Animal Rescue.
The final total marks a significant increase on last year’s fundraising effort, when the event raised R50,500. This year’s R70,200 represents an increase of almost 39%, providing a valuable boost to TEARS’ ongoing rescue, rehabilitation and rehoming work.
For Noordhoek Art Point Gallery owner and artist Aimee Kruger, the result is a powerful reminder of what can happen when a community comes together behind a shared cause.
“We are absolutely thrilled with the amount raised this year. To see the total grow from R50,500 last year to R70,200 this year is incredibly rewarding, but more importantly, we know that this money will make a real difference to animals who desperately need help,” says Kruger.
“RePAWposed is about celebrating what can happen when we give something a second chance. The paintings are given a new life through the creativity of artists, the rescue dogs became artists themselves, and ultimately the funds raised give animals at TEARS another chance at a better life. That is what makes this event so special.”
The exhibition featured around 40 artworks, each beginning life as a pre-loved or unwanted painting sourced from TEARS charity shops before being transformed by artists and members of the public.
For more information, please visit www.noordhoekartpoint.co.za
