Be the change you wish to see in the world
“Be the change you wish to see in the world” — the line is usually attributed to Mahatma Gandhi, and it stands here as the reason for the projects on this page rather than as decoration.
Small Steps Can Move Mountains
My greatest happiness comes from helping others – often, simple appreciative gestures that bring a warm smile to someone’s face are all it takes.
Especially when working with critically ill and disabled children, I am reminded again and again that healthy people often do not know how rich they really are. Being able to help these individuals, bring them out of routine, create uplifting memories, and allow them to savor the moment without fear of the past or future while knowing that there will often be no happy ending — that tears me apart.
Yet doing nothing was never an option for me.
Ever since my teenage years, I have believed that when we do good and support others, goodness resonates back to us as well!
Let us make a difference together and build a brighter future for people and animals alike.
Stronger Together
For many years, I have actively supported non-profit and charitable initiatives. In particular, I advocate for animal welfare, environmental causes, and individuals (children and adolescents) facing disabilities or chronic illness, causes that remain deeply close to my heart.
Three projects I have covered with camera and film: a benefit concert for Ukraine, a Tafel Academy workshop and an open-air concert for the German children’s hospice association.
Max Barskih – Save Ukraine #StopWar
Benefit ConcertHome is where the heart is. It is where we begin our lives as children and transform our destinies as adults.
My goal is to stand up and say 'No to war', raise global awareness, and contribute toward a peaceful, dignified future for humanity. I wish to call for peace and the cessation of conflicts worldwide.
Poverty Alleviation Workshop
Over 960 food banks across Germany, one singular mission: rescuing food and aiding people in need. The food banks collect excess edible surplus and distribute it directly to impoverished individuals who cannot afford balanced nutrition.
The food banks represent one of the largest social and ecological movements in Germany, backed by over 60,000 volunteers. Every year, they save 265,000 tons of food and reach roughly 2 million citizens. The umbrella association Tafel Deutschland e.V. coordinates the nationwide branches.
Tafel – Wuppertal
Sommer Open Air
in Gross Gerau
The family festival with evening music stage in Groß-Gerau is open to all ticket holders, with proceeds benefiting the Bundesverband Kinderhospiz e.V. and children with life-limiting illnesses. Renowned artists such as Lena Meyer-Landrut, Vanessa Mai, Cassandra Steen, Mike Singer, Pietro Lombardi, and Max Giesinger have supported the initiative through live performances.
The Story of Sommer Open Air
The Sommer Open Air at Bundesverband KinderhospizMore associations and initiatives I have photographed for.
Lebenshof Anamcara Animal Sanctuary
The Anam Cara sanctuary in Eppertshausen in southern Hesse began as a small animal welfare project in December 2014. The sanctuary’s first residents were three large rabbits rescued from slaughter. Since then the project has grown, and today more than 30 animals live there and are cared for every day.
Alone we can do so little; together we can do so much.
– Helen Keller
Looking to book me for your non-profit project or charitable event?
I would be honored to assist you! The services I provide for non-profit and charitable causes are generally free of charge. Feel free to write me an email or get in touch through the contact form.
