Our Mission Statement - Giving Back
What the Michigan Witches' Ball does besides throw the Biggest Pagan Party in the Midwest.
Mission Statement: Michigan Witches' Ball is an organization which is dedicated to promoting the appreciation and acceptance of a variety of alternative religions and philosophies. MWB encourages participation in educational programs and activities; most of which deal with the various nature oriented or nature connected religions of the world, the similarities within all religions and the respectful free exchange of spiritual beliefs. One of our goals is to consistently host The Michigan Witches' Ball, which promotes networking and leaves a living legacy for the next generation.
Building our community by getting together and supporting each other is essential. We need to support local Pagan Charities, businesses and organizations as well as individuals.
We share our gift with others to show we care about our fellow inhabitants of this Earth. We know what we give will be granted in return. We need to demonstrate by offering compassion to our community where it is needed.
We support the following charities, pagan organizations and events.
Pagans In Need
http://focasmi.org/PagansInNeed.htm
A food bank filled and maintained by Federation members and Federation supporters to meet the needs of those who might be turned away from other sources due to their professed religious orientation. This Charity has expanded to meet more diverse needs such as home appliances, shutoff notices, and eviction notices. Please Bring a can goods, non-perishable food items and personal care items for all ages. For the Pagans In Need Program there Will be a Food Box at the entrance of the 2010 Ball. Please bring something to show your support.
Free Postings for Local Businesses and Events
Local businesses and events have use of two calendars donated by the Michigan Pagan Network for our sponsors to use:
http://www.meetup.com/metropagans/calendar/
http://pagansofmichigan.ning.com/events
We support the following groups and organizations thru sponsoring their events:
Convocation
http://convocation.org/
ConVocation is a convention of the many mystical spiritual paths and faiths who desire to teach each other and promote fellowship among all esoteric traditions. Since 1995, this 4-day event has brought together over 100 classes and rituals presented by local instructors, internationally renowned guest speakers and authors. Along with workshops, ConVocation offers over 40 tables of merchandise in our Merchant Room, an Art Show and the largest indoor Drum Circle in the Midwest.
Pagan Fest
http://www.mipaganfest.org/
Welcome to the First Annual Michigan Pagan Fest! A two day outdoor gathering featuring authors, musical entertainment, workshops, vendors, drumming and camping! Event will be held at the Wayne County Fairgrounds, Belleville, Mi. Rain or Shine we have it covered!
Pagan Pride Detroit
http://www.paganpridedetroit.com/
The Pagan Pride Project is a global non-profit organization dedicated to the elimination of prejudice and religious discrimination through education, activism, charity and community. Pagan Pride Project global event attendance has broken records every year, with nearly 500,000 people attending Pagan Pride events in six countries. Pagan Pride attendees have donated thousands of pounds of food and goods to local food banks, women's shelters, animal shelters, and other charities. In addition to material collections, Pagan Pride events also raise thousands of dollars in cash donations for local and regional charitable causes.
Hearts of Fire! A Summer Gratitude Celebration
http://heartsoffire.eventbrite.com/
Firewalking ceremony, trance dancing, storytelling, live performances raffles, d rumming and more.
Bardic Jam #4
http://bardicjam.webs.com/
In medieval Gaelic and British culture a Bard was a professional poet, employed by a patron, such as a monarch or nobleman, to commemorate the patron's ancestors and to praise the patron's own activities. For the purpose of our Bardic Jam Festival #4, it matters not who employs you; we are interested in having you share your talents in the beautiful outdoor setting of Paradise Pines. Whether you recite poetry, sing, dance, play an instrument, or even sing karaoke, you are welcome to grace the stage, camp under the stars, swim in the newly expanded pond and enjoy the fellowship of musicians and performers. Bardic Jam will be held from July 9-11th 2010.
