Successful auction: 20 Swiftkirchen signs for a good cause

Successful auction: 20 Swiftkirchen signs for a good cause

"Swiftkirchen" sign auction inspires the fans
Earnings flows into social projects in the city of Gelsenkirchen

The youngest "Swiftkirchen" local signs, which were set up in Gelsenkirchen as part of the Taylor Swift concerts, triggered a wave of enthusiasm among fans. Around 1,400 bids were given for the 20 special signs, which will now change the owner in an exciting auction among the joyful bidders.

unique works of art with importance

The "Swiftkirchen" signs, designed by the graphic artist Uwe Jesch, are more than just location information; They are works of art. The colorful signs adorn the lettering "Swiftkirchen" and a pink portrait of Taylor Swift, surrounded by colorful cardiac, star and guitar symbols. A sign has even found its place in the Bonn House of History, which underlines the cultural meaning of these signs.

a joint call to support

The income from the auction benefits social institutions in Gelsenkirchen, including the girls' center, the children's table and a newly opened women's shelter. This shows how the enthusiasm for music - in this case through the concerts by Taylor Swift - can have positive social effects. A city spokesman explained that all the highest bidder will be informed about their surcharge in the next two weeks, which further heats up the anticipation and competition among fans.

cultural upswing through a concert event

The three concerts by Taylor Swift in Gelsenkirchen moved an incredible amount of around 200,000 fans into the city in July and led to Gelsenkirchen temporarily renamed "Swiftkirchen". The idea went back to a petition of a committed student and shows how cultural events not only offer entertainment, but can also strengthen the sense of community and the identity of a city.

An exciting end is before

The city of Gelsenkirchen is excited about the total proceeds of the auction, which will only be announced in about two weeks. The highest bid is currently at 3,000 euros, and the top bids come not only from Germany, but also from abroad. This testifies to the large reach and passion of the Taylor swift fans who do everything to get a piece of this special memory.

Overall, the success of this campaign not only shows the interest in the "Swiftkirchen" signs, but also the community spirit that was created in Gelsenkirchen during these special events. It remains to be seen how much money can be collected, but the anticipation and commitment are already noticeable.

- Nag