Hope Stone Inc
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March 1, 2010
It is not often that one finds a company that so clearly gives back more than it is given, but Hope Stone unmistakably rises to the top of this list. I have had the privilege of spending countless hours each week working with Jane and her company over the last few years, and in many ways they have essentially become like a second family to me. The experience of creating art with a group so genuinely dedicated to their work and to each other has not only redefined my ideas of what is important in life, but I also believe that everyone who walks though those doors cannot avoid taking with them some part of the Hope Stone essence of love, support, and cohesiveness, and spreading it to others when they leave the studio. Jane and her company continue to create amazing dance and art, and beyond this provide an incredible outreach program that has so obviously impacted the lives of countless children, many of whom are at-risk. Hope Stone is unique in its selfless mission to instill a love of music, dance, and art, as well as to nurture creativity and expressiveness.
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If this organization had 10 million bucks, it could...
and it would perform miracles.
How frequently have you been involved with the organization?
About every week
When was your last experience with this nonprofit?
2010
February 28, 2010
Hope Stone is a lovely place. It's so artsy and friendly-everybody knows eachother. Jane is so cool for starting it and the teachers are very nice and helpful. I hadn't done dance since kindergarden, but I'm glad I started it up with Hope Stone. I love it! I've really learned a lot.
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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...
meeting interesting people who are nice and experiencing something new.
Ways to make it better...
I had had previous (real) dancing experience beforehand and maybe started a little earlier.
One thing I'd also say is that...
sometimes, its hard to go for a 2 hour class on a school day. It conflicts with time occasionally.
How frequently have you been involved with the organization?
About every week
When was your last experience with this nonprofit?
2010
February 26, 2010
Hope Stone is a wonderful place to dance, act, move, laugh, and cry - you can be your true self. The organization offers classes for children and adults (even seasoned adults) as well as providing rehearsal space and housing an awesome dance company.
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I've personally experienced the results of this organization in...
seeing the kid's perform; seeing the company perform; taking classes; and volunteering
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What I've enjoyed the most about my experience with this nonprofit is...
How giving the people are at Hope Stone.
The kinds of staff and volunteers that I met were...
Very friendly and helpful.
If this organization had 10 million bucks, it could...
Reach a lot more kids who do not have the money to experience the arts. Open more locations so more people have the opportunity to move.
How frequently have you been involved with the organization?
About every week
When was your last experience with this nonprofit?
2010
February 25, 2010
Quality instruction reaching children who otherwise wouldn't be exposed to the arts is what I love about Hope Stone. The children are exposed to a creative environment that takes pride in teaching expression of one's self through dance. Jane's high energy level is definitely contageous!
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What I've enjoyed the most about my experience with this nonprofit is...
I always enjoy Jane's creative choreography and writing for a show. Extremely creative!
The kinds of staff and volunteers that I met were...
All the volunteers and staff I've met are always willing to work together for the good of the project at hand.
How frequently have you been involved with the organization?
About every six months
When was your last experience with this nonprofit?
2010
February 25, 2010
Hope Stone's Kid's Play Gala had 60 kids on stage for 60 minutes to a sold-out audience! Hope Stone Rocks!!
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I've personally experienced the results of this organization in...
seeing what a difference Hope Stone makes in the lives of the kids who attend. So great to see them grow and learn to express themselves instead of abusing themselves.
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How frequently have you been involved with the organization?
About every week
When was your last experience with this nonprofit?
2010
February 25, 2010
Hope Stone provides an amazing space as well as amazing teachers to help transform children's lives! I have been witness to the maturing, increase in self-esteem, and overall happiness of the children that go to Hope Stone and work with the instructors there. The amount of love Jane and her staff have for these children and adolescents is incredible! Thanks so much Hope Stone for transforming my life!
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I've personally experienced the results of this organization in...
the improved quality of children's lives.
Ways to make it better...
If I had to make changes to this organization, I would...
make it a national organization.
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What I've enjoyed the most about my experience with this nonprofit is...
the love and compassion for the children.
The kinds of staff and volunteers that I met were...
extremely loving, kind, and helpful
If this organization had 10 million bucks, it could...
expand
Ways to make it better...
Hope Stone was in every city and state.
In my opinion, the biggest challenges facing this organization are...
funding
One thing I'd also say is that...
I love Hope Center!
How frequently have you been involved with the organization?
About every week
When was your last experience with this nonprofit?
2009
February 25, 2010
For the past six months I have been working as an intern at Hope Stone Inc. and I feel so blessed to have found the opportunity to work with such a wonderful organization. At Hope Stone, the people are warm, caring, passionate and incredibly hard working. From the very first day I began helping out, I felt welcomed and enthusiastic to begin helping out. It's so wonderful to know that an organization like Hope Stone exists to bring the arts to kids in the Houston Area, while supporting dancers and creating/presenting beautiful dances with the company.
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The kinds of staff and volunteers that I met were...
always kind, respectful, passionate & encouraging.
How frequently have you been involved with the organization?
About every week
When was your last experience with this nonprofit?
2010
February 25, 2010
I have been part of the Hope Stone family for several years now, and feel blessed to have these wonderful people and this amazing organization in my life.
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What I've enjoyed the most about my experience with this nonprofit is...
The number of friends that I have made here that I now consider my second family.
If this organization had 10 million bucks, it could...
Do an amazing amount of good and help and inspire a huge amount of children.
How frequently have you been involved with the organization?
About every week
When was your last experience with this nonprofit?
2010
February 25, 2010
Jane Weiner had a vision to bring arts to both at risk children and the community at large. Hope Stone reaches out to young children as well as troubled teens. I was involved with the yoga program for teens. It was amazing to watch them come out of their shells. The classes benefit young children as well. But Hope Stone also performs original dance material, filling a much needed gap in Houston's arts horizon.Thank you Jane, and Anell, her amazing sidekick who makes it all happen.
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The kinds of staff and volunteers that I met were...
all amazing intelligent people with a passion for the arts.
How frequently have you been involved with the organization?
About every month
When was your last experience with this nonprofit?
2009
February 25, 2010
Hope Stone Inc provides a wonderful atmosphere for young peaple to explore the arts in their after school program as well as providing an assortment of adult classes in dance and fitness. Hope Stone Inc also takes the art of dance to schools within the community. I especially appreciate their work with the young people at Krouse Children's Center. They are enriching their lives by introducing them to the art of dance. Keep up the good work and hope that you may grow to touch the lives of more young people in our community.
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I've personally experienced the results of this organization in...
through taking classes and helping in their fundraising event.
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The kinds of staff and volunteers that I met were...
welcoming and courteous.
If this organization had 10 million bucks, it could...
bring the art of dance to 10,000's of young people.
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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