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For Love and Art
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January 8, 2012
3 people found this review helpful
Truth beauty and goodness are ways we transend our ordinary daily experiences and conect with the eternal within ourselves and others. For Live and Art re-connects those who are at the end of life with the art experience allowing them to transcend their daily experience. As a nurse working in hospitals we know by incorporating works or art and nature we reduce the stress levels of those who enter our facilities - For Love and Art is transforming the experience of those who are seen by hospice volunteers who take these digital works of art to the patients as they visit and share with them the experience of art, connecting together easing the suffering and sharing joyful moments.
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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
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December 4, 2011
2 people found this review helpful
I had the marvelous chance to meet two people that Mark visits as a volunteer for Hospice in the Dallas, Texas area. One was the indomitable Miss Billie, the inspiration "For Love and Art". I experienced first hand the tangible as well as intangible support Hospice volunteers provide to those they visit. The "For Love and Art" project that blossomed as a result of their relationship is a fantastic tribute to Miss Billie, Hospice and those we love.
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Will you volunteer or donate to this organization?
Likely
How much of an impact do you think this organization has?
A lot
When was your last experience with this nonprofit?
2010
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November 28, 2011
3 people found this review helpful
Mark is one of my valued volunteers at Lion Hospice. I have had the joy to be involved with For Love & Art for the past year. The artbooks are beautiful and amazing. To have such a vast collection of art in one place is a wonderful thing.
The patients and volunteers who have been able to experience the art book love it. It enables all of us to exeprience art in a new way and on a very personal level. The art book is so much like a museum because we can focus on just one work of art for as long as we want before moving on to the next. The art book takes us to New York, Chicago, and Dallas without ever having to leave home.
Who would have thought that bringing art to hospice patients would have such a positive impact on their lives? Mark did. He has taken his idea, put it into motion and has been able to be a blessing to so many. Thank you Mark!
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I have been lucky enough to use the art book with some of our hospice patients. I have seen the looks on their faces as they look at all the works of art. It it a beautiful thing.
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In a word; awareness. For Love & Art is such a wonderful project that I wish everyone could know about it and help fund an art book so that other hospice patients could see and enjoy the art that the world has to offer.
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November 28, 2011
3 people found this review helpful
The For Love & Art Project is a true blessing; the art books give our volunteers the opportunity to connect with their patients and experience art in a completely new way. For the patient who can phyically no longer walk the gallery of a museum; we can now bring the beuatiful art to them. For the patient who never went to a musuem; they can now see what they have missed.
The art book allows all patients to learn, grow, enjoy and even love art in a more intimate way. Being able to share so many works of art, there is no doubt that each patient can find at least on work that speaks to their soul. When that one piece is found the patient and volunteer have the freedom to talk about it and share what it means to them. They create a new memory, a new bond, and prove that no matter what your age or circumstance; art can enrich your life.
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I've personally experienced the results of this organization in...
Using the art book with the volunteers and patients at Lion Hospice.
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If I had to make changes to this organization, I would...
Increase awarness and funding so that more art books are available to be shared with others.
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November 26, 2011
2 people found this review helpful
I spent several years researching nursing home and assisted living care. When I learned about For Love and Art, I thought is was such a wonderful gift to residents who don't get to see art and beauty. The images are magical. And I think it's even more wonderful because a caring volunteer spends one-on-one time with a resident sharing their joy and appreciation for art and beauty. It's a wonderful way for residents to feel cared for, loved, inspired, and connected in a way that is out of the ordinary - which leaves them feeling special. This project is from the heart and deserves to be recognized and known. Every facility should have one of these amazing books that draws the "reader" into a world of visual delight.
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I've personally experienced the results of this organization in...
viewing the book and providing ideas to volunteers as a business consultant to help them expand what they do. I want them to be successful. They have a passion for touching the lives of the elder residents in facilities all over.
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If I had to make changes to this organization, I would...
raise more money so that every facility has a book.
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Will you volunteer or donate to this organization?
Definitely
How much of an impact do you think this organization has?
Life-changing
How did you learn about this organization?
Learned about this from the founder and friends who are volunteering.
When was your last experience with this nonprofit?
2011
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November 25, 2011
1 person found this review helpful
When a person is winding down their life and can't get around, how inspiring it is to be able to see great works of art from major museums to liberate the spirit and counter fear of the future. As an artist myself, I am delighted that this project was created to inspire people facing their transition. As soon as I heard that Mark was developing For Love and Art, I knew I wanted to donate an art book. I am not a television watcher myself and think it is fabulous that this nonprofit offers an alternative to the boob tube for people in hospice.
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I've personally experienced the results of this organization in...
donating for the purchase of a digital art book.
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If I had to make changes to this organization, I would...
get the word out more broadly to attract more donations so more people can participate in the art books.
3 people found this review helpful
November 25, 2011
3 people found this review helpful
When my friend Mark told me about this project I thought it was such a wonderful idea that I try to spread the word whenever I see an opportunity.
Bringing art to people who would in their past have been able to go out to galleries and museums is like bringing food to a shutin, it is nourishment for the body and soul.
These books are truly works of art.
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I've personally experienced the results of this organization in...
seeing the joy as people experience For Love and Art
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If I had to make changes to this organization, I would...
increase exposure
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When was your last experience with this nonprofit?
2010
2 people found this review helpful
November 24, 2011
2 people found this review helpful
We bought a book in honor of my mother for the hospice that took such exquisite care of her. She was a purveyor of joy, and this book mirrors that characteristic. It is so comforting to know her spirit will live on forever.
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Was your donation impactful?
Definitely
How likely is it that you would recommend that a friend donate to this group?
Definitely
How likely are you to donate to this group again?
Definitely
When was your last experience with this nonprofit?
2010
3 people found this review helpful
October 12, 2011
3 people found this review helpful
We at The For Love & Art Project welcome your interest in our mission of empowering people to embrace beauty, joy, and magic of life through the power of art!
If you haven't discovered the uniquely liberating "art experience" for yourself, we invite you to visit your local museums and art galleries and explore its charms with a loved one.
We also invite you to help sponsor an ArtBook in your community and share the love and share the art!
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I've personally experienced the results of this organization in...
Bringing ArtBooks and sharing the art experience to seniors, the infirm, those with end-of-life issues, and similar others. It's awesome being with them as they reclaim beauty, youth, and joie de vivre! They are free - even if just for a little while - and no longer immersed in their current circumstances. For Love & Art is truly a bold initiative in service of community, to the glory of God!
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If I had to make changes to this organization, I would...
Solicit global leadership and volunteer membership. Partner with a technological giant to bring our targeted community the very best representational artwork available.
3 people found this review helpful
September 7, 2011
3 people found this review helpful
I am a volunteer & adviser for this great non profit For Love and Art. My company donates hosting and provides ongoing maintenance for the website www.forloveandart.org. We also volunteer our time to consult with FLA to become more visible online & find more donations for this worthy cause.
The For Love and Art blogs tell the story of how this project began & the direction it is headed. To really understand the impact that FLA has had so far, the blogs are a must read. It would take hours for me to provide details and specific examples because there are so many!!
We have witnessed the work, integrity, & dedication that goes into a project of this nature and very proud to be a part of it.
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I've personally experienced the results of this organization in...
Dallas at SMU, & also by the students at the Art Institute Of Dallas' contributions. We've also received the FLA wristband with the very cleverly written words "I am For Love and Art."
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If I had to make changes to this organization, I would...
speed up the process in getting grants and it's own EIN
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