What We Do

Orphan Wine Organization (OWO) nurtures the well-being, development, and hidden potential of abandoned and orphaned children by giving proceeds derived from the auction of small lots of undesignated wines to non-profits working directly with orphans. OWO partners with ministries and nonprofits that are providing for the needs of orphaned and abandoned children with excellence - our Intersect Partners. OWO gives funds to our Intersect Partners to fund specific, orphan care projects. The work of Orphan Wine Organization is to Vet orphan care organizations and projects Raise and distribute money Monitor and report results Our impact is to help our Intersect Partners go farther and move faster in achieving their mission.

How It Works
We leverage our contacts within the wine industry to bring undesignated wine (a.k.a, orphan wine) to auction and sale to wine enthusiasts. Partner Wineries donate small lots of their own wine that has not been designated to a particular release or blending program. OWO makes these scarce wines available to wine enthusiasts at four to five highly-advertised wine auctions held around the United States, donating the proceeds to our Intersect Partners.

Why We Do It
First and foremost, we are people called by God to care for these children with the talents and resources He has given us. There is a growing orphan crisis in our world today. Estimates of orphaned/abandoned children worldwide are upwards of 100 million. We believe that every orphaned child is a hidden treasure, waiting to be discovered and appreciated. We have immense respect and deep admiration for workers who sacrifice much to ensure that these children are not discarded. We desire to help fund their efforts, from the basics of food and clothing to educational and career programs.
Orphan Wine Organization, Inc. Cumming, Georgia 678-756-8017

Where We Are in the Process

Orphan Wine Organization, Inc. is a registered Domestic Nonprofit Corporation in the State of Georgia with pending 501(c)(3) approval from the IRS. OWO is represented by Briskin, Cross & Sanford, LLC, Attorneys at Law in the matters of incorporation, IRS tax exemption, trademark registration and all other legal matters. We are actively recruiting a qualified Board of Directors of individuals who are passionate, motivated and committed to following our Lords command to care for orphaned and abandoned children. We will launch a Social Media Marketing Campaign on March 1, 2012, strategically designed and implemented by The Thinkie Group of Tyler, TX. We have entered the initial planning stages for our first wine auction in the Atlanta area.

What We Need Today

The financial plan for Orphan Wine Organization demonstrates that our fundraising activities will generate the revenue necessary to cover operational expenses and raise significant funds for our Intersect Partners. At this time we are seeking: Connections a network of passionate supporters leveraging their contacts to spread the word about Orphan Wine Organization using both traditional and social media tools. Talent - a family of volunteers willing to take on tasks that would otherwise cost money to complete. Matching Funds - Founder/Executive Director Craig Friedl and wife Bree have committed the first $10,000 toward the formation of Orphan Wine Organization. We are seeking an additional $10,000 in matching contributions of any size to underwrite the launch phase and first auction. A total of $20,000 will enable us to cover these vital expenses: Continued legal expenses for IRS exempt status and Trademark registration Video Production & Website Development Social Media Marketing Development and Launch Local Auction Ad Campaign(s) Travel / Meeting Expenses associated with engaging winery and wine industry partners

Orphan Wine Organization, Inc.

Cumming, Georgia

678-756-8017