How Works4Charity was Born
I don’t run into burning buildings, and I’m not a doctor saving lives. But with a paintbrush and passion, I’ve changed and even saved lives.
I’ve had the honor of performing for Fortune 500 companies, U.S. Presidents, and even Warren Buffett, but my greatest joy comes from using my art to help those in need. My performances have raised millions for charities, funding life-saving treatments, providing homes for families, and giving kids a second chance.
But I realized something heartbreaking—many charities couldn’t afford to bring in a show and art like mine. It was a small local charity that came up with the idea for a self-financing entertainment and fundraising program that would allow me to provide ongoing programs with huge value and no cost or risk for the charity. Now, I am able to donate my performance, provide the artwork, and even guarantee that charities will not get stuck with the travel and technical costs they would pay for any entertainer.
Most of the time my artwork alone raises $40,000 to over $250,000 in a single night. My Works4Charity initiative isn’t just about fundraising. It’s about creating unforgettable experiences that inspire generosity, open hearts, and bring people together for something bigger than themselves.
Having an exciting entertainer, especially an outrageous and famous artist, helps charities gain new sponsors, sell more tickets, and inspire bigger donations. It’s about working together to help those who help others. If you’re a charity looking for a game-changer for your event, I want to hear from you.
Let’s paint a better world, together.
This video below will tell you everything you need to know to have your best event ever at no cost.
The Canvas Can Do Miracles
What if attending your gala was one of the most inspirational nights of your your life? An evening of standing ovations and record-breaking fundraising!
Michael Israel’s Works4Charity™ grant makes it possible—turning your event into successful and remember ever—at no cost to you—the program even covers the costs for travel, hotel, materials, and crew.
It sounds impossible so check with other charities—you could receive a free show all expenses paid plus tens to hundreds of thousands of dollars in extra support for your mission.
NO COST—It's a No-Brainer
Michael’s performances, valued at over $85,000, are free of charge with a grant—the program even covers all related travel, materials, and crew expenses.
Fundraising Impact
Michael’s art generates tens of thousands of dollars, with some auctions raising over $250,000.
An Unforgettable Experience
Your guests will enjoy the same world-class show that Michael does for leading companies, celebrities, and US Presidents—blending art, music, and storytelling in a way that resonates deeply and inspires passion.
Effortless on Your Part
Michael’s team assists with travel, show setup, and the art auction allowing you to focus on your guests and enjoy the evening. All you need to do is collect the funds.
Your charity can harness the power of Michael Israel’s live-action show and auction.
The experience is nothing short of extraordinary – goosebumps rise on your arms, and you feel an electric connection with everyone in the room on a level you have never felt before. You experience curiosity, mystique, and excitement. But there’s something more; it’s as if a mesmerizing spell was cast.
Within the time it takes for a couple of songs to play, everyone in the room become spellbound in an emotional roller-coaster ride where tears of emotion turned into cheers of hope. You feel elated as your heart fills with compassion and an empowering purpose… with an intense desire to own the experience by purchasing the artwork.
Without this grant, Michael’s performance, the entertainment alone (without keeping any artwork) can cost $85,000.
—It’s FREE with the grant and includes celebrity meet & greets for your VIPs.
Michael’s paintings are pirced from $35,000 and up.
—We’ll provide 5 pieces—$175,000 value—sure to raise funds for you!
Normally, you provide and pay for an entertainer’s flights, hotel, ground transportation, materials, crew expenses, and meals.
—We assist with handling those things and the program covers the costs!
Your guests can enjoy Michael Israel’s world-famous show and Artwork while you receive funds for your mission without a lot of effort on your part or having to worry about expenses.
Michael believes, “Great art should do great things!” Through his efforts, Michael has raised millions of dollars for many worthy causes and set new records for charitable sponsorships. On occasions, the attendance increased so much that the event had to be relocated to a larger venue.
Describing Michael’s performance is impossible without experiencing it firsthand. It’s a painting performance that is so emotionally charged that the audience is left standing and cheering.
The story always follows the same pattern. Charity board members start skeptical but are amazed when Michael’s artwork sells out and brings in more money than expected!
Become a believer and view past results and testimonials.
What People Are Saying
Helping Charities Worldwide
Michael has been honored to support many respected organizations, including:
- CureSMA Spinal Muscular Atrophy
- March of Dimes, Nebraska
- Special Olympics, Wyoming
- United Way, Chester County, PA
- United Way of Natrona County, Casper, PA
- Akron Children’s Hospital
- March of Dimes, Pittsburgh, PA
- Firefighters Cancer Survivors Network, Los Angeles, CA
- Boca Raton Museum of Art
- Ronald McDonald House Charities, Springfield, IL
- Congregation Kol Tikvah
- Spanish River Foundation
- Cancer Wellness Foundation of Central Alabama
- Unicorn Children’s Foundation
- Florence Fuller Child Development Center
- The Victory Center
- The Catholic Foundation of Central Florida
- Lakewood Ranch Community Fund
- Boca West Foundation
- Best Foot Forward
- Theater Foundation
- ADAKC – Alzheimer’s Disease Association of Kern County
- SOS Children’s Villages-Florida
- CURE Childhood Cancer (www.curechildhoodcancer.org)
- Palm Beach School for Autism
- Anshei Emuna Congregation
- Armory Art Center
- Jewish Federation of South Palm Beach County
- Marcus Autism Center
- Morgan Pressel Foundation (http://morganpresselfoundation.com)
- Cystic Fibrosis Foundation
- And many more
Michael and Warren Buffett
Michael is chosen for the most prominent events when the outcome matters most, such as painting the President’s portrait at Presidential Dinners, Galas, and Inaugural Balls in DC or Warren Buffett’s portrait at the Berkshire Hathaway Shareholders Meeting!
Major corporations, celebrities, and even US Presidents have flown Michael worldwide to share his artistic inspiration. Despite his success, he remains dedicated to giving back through his charitable work.
When considering an entertainer or speaker for your gala, you can easily decide by asking them these 3 critical questions:
1. Will they perform for free?
2. Can they raise tens to hundreds of thousands of dollars for you?
3. Will they pay for their expenses, including flights, hotel rooms, ground transportation, meals, incidentals, materials, your crew, and even the auctioneer?
If they can’t confidently make and back these promises, it’s a sign that they may not have the ability to deliver what you need, and you could end up with losses for shouldering those expenses. Choose wisely.
How much can Michael raise for us?
Michael’s art sells!! He has raised as much as $400,000 in a single night, however, most charities net $10,000 to $80,000 just from Michael’s Artwork —and if you consider money from new sponsorships and ticket sales, Michael’s impact is much greater.
What happens if his artwork doesn't sell?
Unlike other entertainers that require a guaranteed paycheck, Michael guarantees you income.
Michael’s Artwork always sells —usually more pieces are sold than he has painted so those are made later in his studio and shipped to buyers.
But, if his art did not sell, Michael’s guarantee has you covered, and he will make a cash donation to your charity.
Did we mention it's easy and turnkey?
From day one, our show manager will work with your team on marketing and promotions, help find the best travel options, and prepare, pack, and ship the art supplies, backdrop, and other equipment and materials that most event companies can’t, then our show manager will be on-site to set up the art materials and coordinate with your event team. You don’t have to worry about handling the artwork either, we will deliver it.
But, what if?
What if we have a tight schedule?
He has dazzled audiences in as little as 7-min raising $83,000! Longer shows have raised up to $400,000!
As soon as the last painting is completed, Michael works with the auctioneer for fast all at once auction!
What if we have another act on the stage?
Any Venue, any Space from 4-ft x 6-ft to the Olympics Medals Stage, even underwater with scuba divers as stagehands!
Can Michael help us gain Sponsors?
If you’re hoping to attract corporate CEOs and wealthy retirees to your event, it’s unlikely that a local entertainer or unknown artist will do the trick. They have seen and done it all, and every other charity in town is asking them to sponsor their event. You need something unique!
We can customize this video for your corporate sponsor outreach
Michael can help you secure more sponsorships and ensure your sponsors attend in person. And they will want to bring high-level associates, executives, and top clients who can provide you with additional support, which is far more advantageous than having them not excited to attend and only sending lower-level employees to your event to fill seats.