AMERICAN RED CROSS

“As the organizer of the event and an avid art collector I want to commend you on your professionalism and your wide variety of painting, cells and sports memorabilia.  Your opening bids were well below market value, which created excitement and enthusiasm in the room.  I would highly recommend Fine Art Wholesalers to anyone thinking of holding an art auction.”

                                                                        Sharon R. Pelkey - Director of Development 

DIABETES RESEARCH INSTITUTE

“It was a pleasure having the Heart of Giving art auction once again, as part of Feast Among the Grapes event, held on June 15, 2002 at the Sheraton Bal Harbour on Miami Beach…. Feast Among the Grapes was a great success attracting over 800 guests and raising $120,000 for the Diabetes Research Institute at the University of Miami School of Medicine.  This was made possible through your support”

                                                                        Lyn Collo – Special Events Coordinator 

UNIVERSITY OF MIAMI – SCHOOL OF MEDICINE

“It is my pleasure to acknowledge a generous gift of $2418.75 from Fine Art Wholesalers, Inc. in support of the Project: New Born at the Department of Pediatrics.

Fine Art Wholesalers, Inc.’s decision to become a supporter will make a difference in the lives of the many children we serve.  Your thoughtful generosity will go far to assist this program and is a source of encouragement for everyone involved with the Neonatology Division”

                                                                                                R. Rodney Howell, M.D.

EASTER SEALS

“Thank you on behalf of the Easter Seals board of directors, the Jazz Notes and Brush Strokes planning committee, Easter Seals staff, and especially Easter Seals clients for a fabulous evening on September 19th, an evening that resulted in over $20,000 of revenue for Easter Seals Volusia & Flagler Counties…. Your assistance with the Live/Silent Auctions was instrumental in the success of this event, and we are very appreciative of your commitment to Easter Seals.”

                                    Donna J. Tyus, Chair – Jazz Notes & Brush Strokes Committee

VOLUNTEER BROWARD

“It has been a pleasure working with your organization during our volunteer recognition event auction, Heart of The Community, on April25.  Your staff helped make the evening all the more worthwhile for the guests and honorees”

                                                                                     Dale Hirsch – Executive Director 

KICK DRUGS OUT OF AMERICA

“Having been involved in fund-raising events for the past thirty years, the new dimension that you and The Heart of Giving brings to this type of event is unbelievable.  The excitement it generated in the Dallas area is extraordinary.  I have had at least ten guests ask to be invited to our upcoming event for Cerebral Palsy in February because The Heart of Giving will be there. Because of your participation Kick Drugs profited an incredible five figures.”

Linda Rasmussen—Auction Chairman

RONALD MCDONALD HOUSE OF SW FLORIDA

“We were very pleased with the level of professionalism and style your company brought to our event.  The Heart of Giving as a fundraising potential to any organization wishing to bring a first class fundraising event to their occasion.”

                Karen Parsley—Executive Director

KIWANIS INTERNATIONAL

“Your brochures and references tickled our interest but your expert experience is what made the Sunrise Kiwanis Board of Directors opt for this new type of event.  The support you provide, is what makes my job much easier and I look forward to next year’s Art Auction.”

Diana Dow—Second Vice President Bradenton Sunrise Kiwanis 

AMERICAN RED CROSS

“This was our first time doing an art auction and working with The Heart of Giving and we were quite pleased with the results.  Your staff was very professional and really represented the American Red Cross well.  We have received very positive feedback from the attendees regarding the art and about your staff that was on-site to answer any questions.”

                                                            Stacy Welin-Erickson—Financial Development Director   

AMERICAN DIABETES ASSOCIATION

“Thank you for your participation in the Eric Dickerson Celebrity Golf Classic. As a first year event, it proved to be successful beyond our expectations—generating over $100,000.00 in contributions!… We look forward to seeing you again next year!”

                                                                                         Mark Martinez—ADA District Manager

COMMUNITIES IN SCHOOLS

“Thank you for all of your help and support for the 10-Year Anniversary Gala for Communities in Schools of Miami.  Your staff did a wonderful job and the room really looked fabulous…I hope that in the future we will be able to work together.  The art really provided a special addition to our event.”

                                                                                           Elizabeth Mejia – Associate Director

THE MIAMI PROJECT TO CURE PARALYSIS LEGENDARY SPORTS CELEBRITY ROAST

“I personally extend my deepest gratitude to you for your help in making the Second Annual Miami Project Legendary Sports Celebrity Roast a huge success…Together, we raised $185,000 for the Miami Project’s research programs…You’ve brought the Miami Project a step closer to its goal tonight, and my wheelchair that much closer to retirement.”

                                                                                                Mark A. Buoniconti - Ambassador

JUST FOR GIRLS

“Early on, we realized that working with your organization was a pleasure.  The assistance we received in planning and organizing the event, the promotional materials you supplied for mailing, and the displays you arranged at the event were all done with professionalism and integrity.  Most of all, please accept our compliments and our thanks for the quality of artwork you supplied during the auction…Thank you again for being an integral part of this exciting and worthwhile event.”

                                                                                                    Diana Dow- Event Chairperson

“Thank you for sharing the exquisitely-framed print entitled, “Sisters” to be auctioned at Just for Girls’ Western Evening in March 2000…Its proceeds will enhance educational, prevention and developmental programs for local girls and young women…. Fine Art Wholesalers, Inc. will have a part in making this a positive difference, and we appreciate your continued support. Thank you for being an integral part of our fundraising events.”

                                                                                            Becky Canesse – Executive Director

KIDZ 2000 and BEYOND

“On behalf of  Kidz 2000 and Beyond, we want to thank you for supporting our “crusade against child abuse” and your commitment to the children.”

                                                                                             Tanya Gullick – Founder/President

FANO – FLORIDA ASSOC. OF NONPROFIT ORGANIZATIONS, INC.

“…the 8th Annual FANO Conference 2000 was a success because of your participation and willingness to share your expertise with others.…The wealth of knowledge and experience you brought to the conference contributed so much to the lives and careers of those who attended.”

                                                                                                  Marina Pavlov – President, CEO

Florida Marlins Baseball Club

“On May 30, 1999, the Florida Marlins hosted “Dinner on the Diamond”…and “Art of the Game”…one of our most successful…Our most popular and profitable participant was Fine Art  Wholesalers, Inc.…..It is always a pleasure to work with someone so dedicated and capable, extremely professional and knowledgeable. I highly recommend Fine Art Wholesalers, Inc. to anyone who is committed to hosting a first class event.”

                                                                    Joanna Edwards-Coordinator of Community Events

DIABETES RESEARCH INSTITUTE FOUNDATION

“Feast Among the Grapes was a great success raising nearly $80,000 for the Diabetes Research Institute (DRI) at the University of Miami School of Medicine…Fine Art Wholesalers certainly added an important component to the event…In addition, your efforts helped to make the silent auction exciting and profitable…We look forward to working with you in the near future.”

                                                                                    Betty Ward – Special Events Coordinator

CENTERONE, INC.

“CenterOne, recently had the privilege and pleasure of working with the entire staff of Fine Art Auctioneers…Their knowledge of the auction world and their attention to the details associated with this type of a major fund-raiser was both welcomed and deeply appreciated. In the world of fund-raising the ideal events are the win/win ones…Everything sold…to the highest bidder. Thanks for the efforts of Fine Art Auctioneers, Inc. this was an unqualified successful and memorable event.”

                                                                                 John C. Weatherhead – Executive Director

THE WOMEN’S INTERNATIONAL ZIONIST ORGANIZATION

“Words alone cannot express our thanks to the entire staff of Fine Art Wholesalers for being so generous and so understanding. You all went out of your way to make the event a success.  Your good humor and easy temperament was very much appreciated by the entire WIZO Kesher Board.

                                           Linda M. Harris – Executive Director

                                 Mandi Eizenbaum-Chairman WIZO Kesher