Artist Melissa York has donated the stunning earthenware sculpture “Autumn’s Fire” for a raffle to benefit Project Compassion.  The sculpture's dimensions are 33" x 10" x 10".

Melissa York’s sculptures celebrate the feminine spirit and our connection to Earth, to home. Her figures appear to emerge from the ground, transforming from plant into human being. She sees them as still forming - growing in strength and wisdom.

Each sculpture is hand built with earthenware clay, mainly using thick coils and slabs. After firing, the heavily textured surfaces are enhanced with layers of acrylic glaze. Many of the large-scale sculptures are designed to be displayed outdoors

Raffle tickets cost $5 each (5 tickets for $20; 15 for $50). This raffle is sponsored by “Music Because We Care,” a house concer series organized by Marilyn Hartman and Paul Fackler.  

Raffle tickets may be bought by mail in addition to being available at Music Because We Care concerts.  To buy raffle tickets, contact Marilyn Hartman at This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it or 919-403-0627. 

The drawing will take place at the last concert of the season on April 18, 2010.  You do not need to be present to win. We wish you the best of luck!

If you would prefer to make a donation rather than purchasing a raffle ticket, click below.