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High bidder receives a live in-home concert from Geoff Smith, delivered via video conference. Geoff is a singer and songwriter best known for his catchy songs and jingles for TWiT, GeekBrief.tv, Tips from the Top Floor, Adam Curry’s Daily Source Code and other top Podcasts. Winner will be on the "virtual stage" with Geoff for the live 1 to 1 video concert and conversation. Also included is a subscription to RingtoneFeeder - weekly original ringtones exclusively produced and optimized to sound great on the iPhone - and a signed copy of Geoff's latest CD. Songs of Love provides personalized songs for children who are ill or in need. "I am not a great activist, I am not a great leader, I am not even a wealthy philanthropist, but I do know how to write songs and I believe that is my calling. And if that is the one small thing that I can do to help bring change and goodness to the world, then I will do it". ...Geoff Smith Humanety™ is an exciting new method for you to connect with your favorite celebrities in support of charity. 100% of your winning bid goes to a worthy cause, and you get to enjoy quality one-on-one time with some of the most interesting people in the world. Please join Geoff in bringing some goodness to humanity, one song at a time. Please be sure to read the FAQ's below before placing your bid.
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Q: What is included in the auction?
A: The high bidder will enjoy a 1-on-1 video conference concert provided by Geoff Smith, the date and time of which to be determined after the auction closes. Also included is a 12-month subscription to ringtonefeeder.com and an autographed copy of Geoff's CD "Ones and 0s."
Q: Who can bid on this auction?
A: This auction is open to anyone 18 or over. Do NOT bid if you are not over 18 years of age and able to enter into a legal contract.
Q: Where does the money go?
A: All of the proceeds goes directly to Songs of Love, a 501(c)3 charity.
Q: Is my winning bid tax deductible?
A: We are not able to provide tax advice, so you should contact a professional tax advisor about this.
Q: Do I need to travel to the concert?
A: No, the concert is conducted over the Internet, so you can participate from your home, office, or anywhere that has a broadband Internet connection.
Q: How long will this concert last?
A: At least 30 minutes.
Q: What do I need to participate in this live video concert?
A: You'll need either a Mac or PC, a broadband Internet connection, a web cam, speakers and a microphone. If you don't have all of these, Humanety can suggest some products that are readily available over the Internet or in local computer stores. A Humanety representative will contact you to test the connection in advance of the concert.
Q: Can I get a recording of this concert?
A: The entire concert will be recorded and available for a limited time via the Humanety web site. The winning bidder must agree to allow Humanety to use their name, voice and likeness in the replay of this recording without compensation. Also, the winning bidder agrees to not make their own recording of the concert and will not attempt to rebroadcast or syndicate the session in any way.
Q: How many people can participate in the concert?
A: Due to the limited range of most web cams, it is best to limit the in-room audience to 1 or 2 people. However, your friends and relatives are encouraged to watch the replay of the concert on the Humanety web site.
Q: Can I ask Geoff questions?
A: Absolutely! We want this experience to be just like you were meeting Geoff in person. As such, we expect the winner to conduct themselves in a polite and friendly manner, and we reserve the right to terminate the concert without notice if the auction winner is rude or abusive.
Q: Can I suggest ideas to Geoff?
A: Again, this experience should be just like you were talking with Geoff in person, perhaps at a party or some other public, social occasion. Please be aware that, just like saying something in public, your words are not private at all. Also, Geoff is not under any obligation to use, or not use, any idea or concept you present, and you completely forfeit any rights you may have to any intellectual property you choose to share as part of the conversation. So, do not mention any thoughts or ideas unless you want to completely and forever give them away.
Q: Will I need to sign anything?
A: The winning bidder must sign a release that, among other things, allows Humanety to share the recording of them on the Internet.
Q: How do I pay for the auction?
A: We accept Cashier's Checks or PayPal eChecks. MissionFish guarantees the payment of the winning bid to the charity. Please visit www.missionfish.org for more details.
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