Ink & Impact: Colossal Raises $1.7 Million Benefiting NFP
Brace yourselves, ink aficionados, because the 2023 Inked Originals Competition just left its mark on history! Colossal proudly announces a staggering $1.7 MILLION raised during this electrifying online competition. The event wasn't just about showcasing jaw-dropping body art; it was also a rallying cry for self-expression.
The Canvas of Compassion: New Freedom Project Gets an Almost $2 Million Boost
More than just a skin-deep showdown, the competition doubled as a powerhouse fundraiser, making waves in the realm of second chances. With the generous grant from DTCare, a nationally registered 501(c)(3), nearly $2 million will paint a canvas of support for New Freedom Project's mission to guide ex-inmates through the reentry process. With peer-to-peer mentorship, vocational training, and a commitment to community safety, NFP is all about unlocking the inherent goodness in every soul.
Meet the Ink Maestro: Geoff Ratzlaff, the Inaugural Inked OG
Ratzlaff emerged as the people's choice, bagging the title of the first-ever Inked OG. An architectural technologist by day and a lifelong ink virtuoso, Ratzlaff's journey began with the captivation of the ink stories of his three elder brothers. Fast forward to his incredible back tattoo: a dark-realism masterpiece weaving the tale of his family's odyssey through the Russian Revolution.
"My favorite aspect of the tattoo is the tale it narrates, spanning the journey of my family from the tumultuous era of the Russian Revolution to the present day. Each inked detail encapsulates their evolving legacy, commemorating the trials, triumphs, and enduring spirit that have shaped their collective history over the decades," shared Ratzlaff, teasing his ink masterpiece set to grace the pages of an upcoming issue of Inked Magazine.
Inked Magazine: Where Tattoo Meets Culture
Since its ink-ception in 2004, Inked Magazine has been the heartbeat of tattoo culture. It's not just a magazine; it's a multimedia powerhouse seamlessly blending culture, style, and art. The upcoming issue, featuring Ratzlaff's awe-inspiring artwork, promises to be a visual feast for tattoo enthusiasts and culture connoisseurs alike.
Colossal Impact: Redefining Fundraising, One Competition at a Time
Colossal is the global leader in online competitions and one of the most effective fundraising platforms available for charities. While offering extraordinary opportunities to people around the world, each online fundraising competition operated by Colossal has become a successful method of fundraising for nonprofits, designed to raise money for important causes. Click here to learn more about the donation process, and visit colossal.org for more information on everything Colossal.
The ink has dried, the funds have flowed, and Geoff Ratzlaff's ink saga is about to unfold in the pages of Inked Magazine. In the world of tattoos, philanthropy, and culture, this is a masterpiece worth celebrating!
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