For the second year in a row, Aveda Institute Columbus has volunteered to raise donations during March and April for the Ohio Sierra Club’s Central Ohio Water Quality Campaign. Aveda hopes to raise $42,000 through donated tips, a percentage of appointments, “Jeans for Green,” and a fashion show event on April 29. Sierrans who attended this event in 2007 had an absolute blast!

“One World, One Aveda” Fashion Night will take place from 6:30-10pm at the Aveda Institute’s South Campus Gateway location, 1581 North High St. The Scott J Salon Artistic Team from New York will work with Aveda Institute students to present a runway show that will tell the story of Aveda around the world. The show will feature hair, makeup and fashions from New York, London, Berlin and Tokyo. General admission tickets are $35 in advance and $50 at the door. VIP tickets are $70/$100. Call 614-291-2421 extension 1100 and reserve your ticket!

Aveda Corporation is an international provider of environmentally friendly health and beauty products and services. Aveda’s vision is environmental sustainability. The company has committed to continuous improvement following the Ceres Principles, which include protection of the biosphere, sustainable use of natural resources, reduction of waste, energy conservation and environmental restoration.

Aveda relies on plant-based ingredients rather than synthetics. Where possible, they use organic crops traced back to traditional communities around the world. They promote responsible packaging, safe product manufacturing, and responsible corporate practices. Wind power offsets are purchased for the electricity used at the primary manufacturing facility. The company as a whole raises money for environmental causes during Earth Month. Aveda’s environmental work has the benefit of being a great consciousness-raiser for their customers and students.

The Sierra Club is excited to continue our partnership with Aveda in 2008 and we appreciate the strong support for clean water work in Central Ohio. Aveda partnered with the Ohio Sierra Club in 2007 and raised more than $30,000, which has helped us continue to address water pollution from sewer overflows and runoff. Donations that Aveda raises will enable the Sierra Club to continue clean water work in the future.

Consider going to Aveda Institute to get a shampoo, cut, facial, pedicure, or great body work! Their two Columbus facilities are at 1581 N. High St. and 1618 Neil Ave. Learn more at www.avedacolumbus.com or by phoning 614-291-2421. Stay tuned for information about funds raised by the Aveda Institute and future campaign work.