Help Portrait by Robert Klimkiewicz

Robert of Robert E. Klimkiewicz, Jr. Photography and DC Shutterbugs graciously provided the following post in hopes of supporting this great cause. Thanks Robert for your desire to serve the community with your gifts.

A little while back I heard about Help-Portrait, a way to give back to the community using our talents as photographers. I sat on it for a while and eventually signed up after seeing the video below.

Everyday I'm thankful for the things I have, the people around me, my job, my health, etc. But with the holidays approaching we're reminded that there are those who are less fortunate, whether they don't have a job, no family around, nobody to go home to -- whatever the case may be, there are people who don't have as much to be thankful for as I do. I've often wanted to find a way to give back, in some way, and help someone who needs it. I think Help-Portrait is a great way to do so, and if I can make someone smile by doing something I love, it's win-win!

The Northern Virginia/Washington DC chapter of Help-Portrait could use some volunteers, whether they're photographers, people who can do hair/make-up, as well as those willing to bring food, donate books, blankets, clothes, etc. We'll be getting together on Thursday night, November 12, at Busboys and Poets in Arlington to plan the official Help-Portrait day, which is Saturday, December 12. You can find out more about Help-Portrait in your area and sign up here.

You don't need to be a pro (I'm not!), but you do have to be willing to help. If you can help, I hope to see you there! If you can spread the word or know of someone who can help out, please email me at robert@rekphoto.com or direct them to the website above.

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Thank you!

Comments

[robert]

The initial meeting was moved to the Food Court of Ballston Common Mall since Busboys and Poets can not hold us all. Same time and date. :-)

robert