ArtWorks, The Naomi Cohain Foundation
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The creative arts have enriched my life ever since childhood. But, as often happens when you grow older, you take for granted the benefit of creative expression -- particularly in difficult times. Working as a volunteer with ArtWorks has shown me how they enable children to share their full range of emotions when illness has robbed them of childhood's simplest pleasures. ArtWorks is the loudspeaker over which the voices of these children are heard -- clearly and proudly -- to celebrate in art, music, song & dance the beauty they see despite the struggles of their delicate lives.
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Would you volunteer for this group again?
Definitely
For the time you spent, how much of an impact did you feel your work or activity had?
A lot
Did the organization use your time wisely?
Quite well
Would you recommend this group to a friend?
Definitely
When was your last experience with this nonprofit?
2012
As a music therapist working in a pediatric medical setting, I can attest to the outstanding humanitarian work that Artworks, The Naomi Cohain Foundation achieves on a consistent basis. This wonderful organization has fostered a sense of accomplishment and personal expression though creative arts that has benefited so many children who I've come to know in my professional work. I hold this organization in the highest regard. They make a tremendous difference in the lives of numerous children and their families and deserve acknowledgement for the fantastic positive contribution they make to humanity.
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I've personally experienced the results of this organization in...
Express Yourself. These are fantastic uplifting events. My patients have benefited tremendously from these experiences.
Ways to make it better...
If I had to make changes to this organization, I would...
increase their funding to continue their outstanding work!
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How does this organization compare with others in the same sector?
Very Well
How much of an impact do you think this organization has?
Life-changing
Will you recommend this organization to others?
Definitely
When was your last experience with this nonprofit?
2012
What is unique about this organization?
Their caring and professionalism is unparalleled!
It has been an absolute pleasure to work with ArtWorks and the amazing team who puts their hearts into each event. I look forward to volunteering every time because I know it's a great experience for a great cause.
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Would you volunteer for this group again?
Definitely
For the time you spent, how much of an impact did you feel your work or activity had?
A lot
Did the organization use your time wisely?
Very Well
Would you recommend this group to a friend?
Definitely
When was your last experience with this nonprofit?
2012
It has been a pleasure being involved with ArtWorks, both on the giving and the receiving end. My daughter, who is a cancer survivor, has proudly displayed some of her art in the Express Yourself Show, and we were thoroughly entertained and inspired by the performances! We have also helped to support a Surprise!Supplies Art Cart. Daniela Mendelsohn and ArtWorks truly make this world a more beautiful place for so many families!
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What I've enjoyed the most about my experience with this nonprofit is...
seeing so much positive energy coming out of very difficult and tragic situations. Children have an amazing desire and ability to find joy, no matter what their circumstances, and the programs provided by ArtWorks allow them to shine.
The kinds of staff and volunteers that I met were...
inspiring and passionate.
How frequently have you been involved with the organization?
About every six months
When was your last experience with this nonprofit?
2010
I've witnessed the profound impact artworks has had on hundreds of sick children and their families since the organization's founding almost eight years ago. having attended most of the express yourself exhibits, as well as other artworks events, i only grow more and more amazed by the disproportionately significant achievements of this small-infrastructure organization. by far, the best testimony of the comfort and peace artworks provides those most in need are the letters we receive from our young artists and their families.
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I've personally experienced the results of this organization in...
attending most events since its founding and witnessing its profound impact on the young people it ser es
Ways to make it better...
If I had to make changes to this organization, I would...
none
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What I've enjoyed the most about my experience with this nonprofit is...
watching such a sincere, grassroots effort grow and attract more and more participants and supporters
The kinds of staff and volunteers that I met were...
the best of the best. daniela and kristen are human angels.
If this organization had 10 million bucks, it could...
touch the lives of thousands and thousands of sick children across the US and globally
Ways to make it better...
daniela and kristen were replicable so that we can share our programming as fast as possible with communities beyond the ny metro area
In my opinion, the biggest challenges facing this organization are...
capitalizing upon its astounding success to expand and evolve its programming
How frequently have you been involved with the organization?
About every month
When was your last experience with this nonprofit?
2010
My son, Daniel, has been involved in Artworks since he was about 5 years, which was shortly after he was diagnosed with leukemia. He is 12 years old now and has participated in several "Express Yourself" events for Artworks. Daniel's paintings and artwork helped him deal with many different feelings and emotions, including fear, pain, loss and joy that he experienced both during and after treatment. He also thoroughly enjoys seeing other people's works of art and performances at these events
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What I've enjoyed the most about my experience with this nonprofit is...
seeing the joy and pride the children have in their artwork and perfomances.
How frequently have you been involved with the organization?
About once a year
When was your last experience with this nonprofit?
2009
As a Child Life Specialist, I have seen the positive impact that Artworks, The Naomi Chain Foundation has made on the hospitalized children who I work with on a daily basis. Our hospital has been so lucky to be part of the following activites that Artworks has to offer: The annual Art works Artshow, The Surprise Supplies artcart on our Pediatric Intensive Care unit, Artist of the Month, and bulletin boards to display patient's fantastic creations. Because of Artworks, the Naomi Cohain Foundation we have been able to inspire and empower many future artists!
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I've personally experienced the results of this organization in...
watching pediatric patients who deal with a chronic condtion each day, and who are often withdrawn, be proud to display their art for many to see in the annual Artworks artshow.
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If I had to make changes to this organization, I would...
not change a thing!
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What I've enjoyed the most about my experience with this nonprofit is...
going to the annual artshow and reconnecting with many of my patients and watching their excitement as they show off their artistic abilities.
The kinds of staff and volunteers that I met were...
excellent and truly love their jobs and the work they are doing for hospitalized children.
Ways to make it better...
excellent experience
One thing I'd also say is that...
we re very lucky to be a hospital that works with this foundation.
How frequently have you been involved with the organization?
About every week
When was your last experience with this nonprofit?
2010
I am the director of a creative arts program that partners with other nonprofits to bring therapeutic arts experiences to medically fragile children in the foster care system. The collaborative efforts with Artworks continues to offer outstanding opportunities to our children to gain self-esteem and pride while participating in community events. The ExpressYourself event is an annual not-to-be-missed outing for many of our kids and their families. For one child named Michael, this is one of a very few opportunities wherein he canvisit with his biological father in an uplifting, structured environment. Artworks inspires!!!
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If I had to make changes to this organization, I would...
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What I've enjoyed the most about my experience with this nonprofit is...
never fail to deliver inspiring moments for children from all backgrounds and abilities.
Ways to make it better...
more children could participate.
How frequently have you been involved with the organization?
About every six months
When was your last experience with this nonprofit?
2010
ArtWorks continues to be a vital component of the Child Life Department at our hospital. The services provided by this foundation have positively impacted the lives of many of our pediatric patients and families by providing various means of coping with illness and hospitalization centered around the arts. Not only does ArtWorks offer opportunities for children to express themselves with art projects, but the foundation also supports our hospital by providing a mobile art cart filled with creative fun for our intensive care unit, bulletin boards to display artwork and opportunities for patients' art abilities to be recognized in art shows and/or honored as artists of the month. This foundation is also currently working on funding an artist-in-residency program which will allow a paid staff person to work with our children to engage patients in the creative process.
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What I've enjoyed the most about my experience with this nonprofit is...
how wonderful the staff of ArtWorks is to work with. Any time I have needed their services they have always found a way to help brighten the lives of the pediatric patients I work with through the use of the arts.
How frequently have you been involved with the organization?
About every month
When was your last experience with this nonprofit?
2010
Artworks is an incredible organization. As someone who has benefited directly from their programs when I was a patient 7 years ago, I can attest to how meaningful their work is. I am truly grateful for the opportunity for artistic expression that they provide to kids who are fighting the toughest battles of their lives. The highlight of my experience with Artworks was the "Express Yourself" event in which I was able to perform a song with my brother that we had been practicing for months. But in addition to the performances and exhibits that Artworks provides for the kids it has worked with, Artworks also provides valuable resources and supplies to hospitals so they can give their pediatric patients greater access to the benefits of art/music therapy. An amazing organization doing great work. I'm glad I have been able to stay involved on a personal level with Artworks and the people behind it.
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The kinds of staff and volunteers that I met were...
Extremely giving. Deeply dedicated to the mission of the organization and generous in time and spirit.
If this organization had 10 million bucks, it could...
Reach out to a greater number of hospitals around the country, helping to strengthen art/music therapy programs for very sick kids, and host more events for kids to perform and display their art. The world needs more "Artworks".
How frequently have you been involved with the organization?
One time
When was your last experience with this nonprofit?
2010
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