FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE:
PAINT YOUR OWN POTTERY (PYOP) STUDIOS ACROSS THE WORLD TEAM UP TO RAISE
MONEY FOR ST. JUDE CHILDREN’S HOSPITAL
MEMPHIS, TN – (November 13, 2014) The Contemporary Ceramics Studio (CCSA) is a not for profit
trade association serving the needs of over 700 ceramic and paint your own pottery studios and
suppliers around the world. The Mission of the CCSA is to provide an environment and structure for all
contemporary ceramic studios to learn, grow, and profit by researching and developing programs,
sharing concepts, and building long-lasting relationships among all members. The CCSA holds an
annual convention and in 2014 it was in Phoenix, Arizona September 6-9th. As part of that convention
several members and artists donate their time and skills to create one of a kind inspired creations for
the end of convention Silent and Live auction. There were 389 people in attendance.
Several heart-touching moments occurred during the evening including the mother of a former St. Jude
patient who spoke from her heart about the wondrous work that the facility performed for her young
son. There was no charge for any of his treatment. And even though her son didn’t make it, she was
comforted by the love and support give to her by the staff. There were over 125 auction items
donated by PYOP studios around the world and final auction pieces went from $25 to $4,000. And a
total of $25,624.00 was raised for St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital.
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About The Contemporary Ceramic Studios Association (CCSA)
The CCSA is a not for profit trade association for the Paint Your Own Pottery Studio (PYOP) industry
around the world. The CCSA was started in 1995 by a group of entrepreneurs that saw a need for a
governing association in their budding industry.
The mission of the CCSA is to promote creativity and excitement about our industry and be a resource
for our members.
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To learn more please contact:
Laura Hollis, Director of Marketing
CCSA
PO Box 591
Arlington, TN 38002
(o) 888.291.2272x7
(c) 704.222.3639
laura@ccsaonline.com
www.ccsaonline.com