The “Heidi Goats India” initiative, a wonderful project of IndiaHilfe Deutschland eV, has proven to be a huge success and is a shining example of how art and charity can go hand in hand. Through this innovative concept, life-sized plastic goats have been transformed into unique works of art by renowned artists and celebrities, now offering a form of creative support to families in need in India.
Start campaigns with celebrities and artists
The campaign kicked off at the start of the year, with artists such as Hans Peter Adamski, Volker-Johannes Trieb, Otto Waalkes and Paul Panzer using their creativity to create unique, impressive works from ordinary plastic figures. These individually designed goats are not only a visual highlight, but also have a deeper meaning: they are sold or given away in exchange for large donations, and the proceeds are used to donate real goats to needy village families in India. This step is intended to improve the recipient's living situation in a sustainable manner.
Auction works of art for a good cause
From mid-October to mid-November, IndiaHilfe Deutschland eV plans to auction this most famous imitation goat through the United Charity auction portal. This auction offers those interested the opportunity not only to purchase a unique work of art, but also to make a valuable contribution to supporting families in need. The chairman of the board, Jürgen Fluhr, emphasized the flexibility of the project, which also allows individual works to be sold directly before the auction in response to specific requests for donations.
Expanded fundraising and ongoing support
In addition to the art campaign, the association also runs a direct fundraising campaign with the motto “1000 goats – 1000 opportunities”. The aim is to fund indigenous goats through donations, which will then be distributed to needy families in various regions of India, such as Ranchi, Bhopal and Kolkata. This strategically planned distribution helps avoid overloading local markets while making sustainable investments in communities.
IndiaHilfe Deutschland eV invites anyone interested to find out more about the finished artwork on its website or to place a direct bid on the art goat via the available contact options. Every contribution, whether through the purchase of art or a direct donation, makes a significant difference in the lives of its recipients.
