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Craig S.

January 25, 2012

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January 11, 2011

I came to Free Arts for Abused Children to volunteer a day and get a Disney day for free. Well, I didn’t get the Disney day, but what I found was an incredible organization that changed my life. Onc... text

January 25, 2012

I have nothing but good things to say about Free Arts. I’ve been associated with this organization for over 2 years and I’ve enjoyed every event I’ve attended. Annie, the Executive Director is simply awesome! She is an amazing leader and organizer. The rest of the staff gives nothing less than 110%. They give heart and soul in all they do. If there’s one organization I recommend you want get behind and support, this is it. I guarantee you won’t regret it.

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When was your last experience with this nonprofit?

2011

January 11, 2011

I came to Free Arts for Abused Children to volunteer a day and get a Disney day for free. Well, I didn’t get the Disney day, but what I found was an incredible organization that changed my life. Once I experienced a Free Arts Day did I fully understand the power of how ‘art’ made a difference in a child’s life. What hooked me was seeing the smiling face of a child holding their art creation. If that doesn’t tug at your heart nothing will. Free Arts is a great organization with people who care!

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I've seen the faces and felt the hugs of the children, who were so thrilled Free Arts visited them.

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If I had to make changes to this organization, I would...

Why change something that isn't broken. They're doing everything in their power to be better than yesterday. That spells commitment and dedication.

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samiklein

May 24, 2011

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February 16, 2010

I have been a volunteer with Free Arts for about 8 years. They are an amazing organization. Free Arts days bring art projects into various children's charities - last Saturday we were in a residence f... text

May 24, 2011

It's still the most amazing organization ever. I have personally experienced over and over again the magic of bringing art to kids who need it.

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I've personally experienced the results of this organization in...

The faces of the kids!!

Ways to make it better...

If I had to make changes to this organization, I would...

Have even more opportunities for volunteers!

February 16, 2010

I have been a volunteer with Free Arts for about 8 years. They are an amazing organization. Free Arts days bring art projects into various children's charities - last Saturday we were in a residence facility for 70 kids. These neglected children were so happy to have us there and happy to share their feelings through art. They got to be kids and they got to express themselves in a positive way!!

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I've personally experienced the results of this organization in...

Seeing kids faces when they are able to create freely.

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What I've enjoyed the most about my experience with this nonprofit is...

knowing that for one day (at least) they are able to be themselves and not face the abuse and neglect so many of them face.

The kinds of staff and volunteers that I met were...

lovely! The staff at Free Arts are great!!!

If this organization had 10 million bucks, it could...

Do programs like the Free Arts Day on a weekly basis in all the different organizations.

How frequently have you been involved with the organization?

About every six months

When was your last experience with this nonprofit?

2010

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Brian

January 29, 2011

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January 29, 2011

Free Arts plays an important role in the lives of families all across LA County. Their passionate staff and volunteers utilize creative ways to empower youth and their families through the artistic expression. I have been, and continue to be, inspired by the impact Free Arts has in the lives of so man; including the volunteers themselves.

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the stories of so many individuals whose lives have been touched.

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If I had to make changes to this organization, I would...

encourage more people to join the effort that this organization so diligently executes.

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Amy H

January 22, 2011

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January 22, 2011

I moved to Los Angeles 2 years ago looking for a way to connect with my community and heard about Free Arts. They looked at my talents and connected me with Venice Community Housing. They serve children below the poverty line who otherwise would not have access to after school programs. I taught Hip-Hop Yoga once a week to children ages 6-12. Free Arts coordinators where there for me every step of the way, inspiring me thorough volunteer newsletters, showing their support through emails and phone calls, and showing up to our end of the year performance with t-shirts for each child to take home. Free Arts is the most organized and dedicated non-profit I've ever worked for. Their passion for offering free arts programs to children who greatly benefit from having art in their lives is to be emulated. Free Arts is a community of compassionate, talented and caring individuals dedicated to making our world a better place.

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I've personally experienced the results of this organization in...

connecting me with my community and sense of purpose.

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If I had to make changes to this organization, I would...

not change a thing!

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tomahn

January 21, 2011

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January 21, 2011

Having attended various Free Arts events, it is clear that the staff are so committed to the children and families they serve. As an artist myself, I can completely attest to the therapeutic effect that the visual arts can have. I firmly believe that the services that Free Arts provides is imperative to our community.

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I've personally experienced the results of this organization in...

Seeing children receive services from Free Arts. I have also seen the results as reported at the Free Arts breakfast event and through videos that were shared by the organization.

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If I had to make changes to this organization, I would...

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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?

Life-changing

Did the organization use your time wisely?

Very Well

Would you recommend this group to a friend?

Definitely

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jdlugo

January 21, 2011

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January 21, 2011

The enthusiasm Annie, Kara, and the rest of the Free Arts for Abused Children team has is overwhelming. My experience at the 2010 Free Arts breakfast was eye-opening and made me realize the widespread impact Free Arts has had on the local Los Angeles community.

Free Arts has affected the lives of thousands of individuals, but has an even greater impact on the community as a whole. Through educational art outreach programs, Free Arts has made it clear that the cycle of child abuse can be broken through compassion and positive adult interaction.

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Through the volunteer orientation I realized the reputation of Free Arts speaks for itself. They are a force in the community and take a holistic approach to addressing the needs of children in LA (and surrounding counties.

Ways to make it better...

If I had to make changes to this organization, I would...

Expand the geographic areas they serve. They could use more resources from the community to make a lasting impact.

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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?

Life-changing

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?

2010

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alanajoy

January 21, 2011

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January 21, 2011

Free Arts is providing a much needed opportunity for at risk youth and families to learn to express themselves in a healthy way and turn to art as an outlet. Every member of the Free Arts team that I have had the pleasure of meeting has truly had a place in their hearts for the individuals they are reaching out to. With the arts being slowly taken out of the classroom, it's essential that there are people like those at Free Arts who bring creativity and the emotional release of art to those who need it most. It's a beautiful experience, working with the children, and inspiring to witness their excitement and the confidence that begins to show as they feel pride in their projects.

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... working with the children on a Free Arts volunteer day and seeing for myself just how great the impact is on them.

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If I had to make changes to this organization, I would...

I would give them millions of dollars to help them grow, if I could!

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lizvital

January 20, 2011

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January 20, 2011

Freearts doesn't only provide children with safe and alternative programs that allows them to escape the turbulance that often surrounds them, but gives them the ability to create art which frees their minds and arts inspiring them to create a brighter future for themselves.

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The superhero arts day that I attended was a success and filled me with absolute joy because the children had such a blast and used their artistic sides to have fun!

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If I had to make changes to this organization, I would...

not change a thing. They are doing a wonderful job at making the world a better place.

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Diana C.

January 20, 2011

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January 20, 2011

I've been collaborating with Free Arts for the past two years and most recently, I got a chance to volunteer at a Free Arts Day. We helped kids make casts of their faces and hands to decorate and just get out all their creativity. It was wonderful to see the kids really get excited about the casts and really get into the process of making art. A lot of them started out shy at the beginning of the project, but by the end, they were extremely friendly and thankful to get a chance to do the project! It was great to see those smiling faces!

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I've personally experienced the results of this organization in...

a Free Arts Day

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If I had to make changes to this organization, I would...

help them get more funding to have more projects and help more kids!

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dearjessie

January 20, 2011

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January 20, 2011

The volunteer training and experience I received at Free Arts has been invaluable to my success as a professional Art Therapist. Before heading off to Graduate school I spent 2 years volunteering with them. The guidance, wisdom and special attention to detail taught me so much about connecting with others through art.

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Through volunteering I was able to learn the joys of art and its transformative power. This is a wonderful organization.

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If I had to make changes to this organization, I would...

None that I can think of.

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