Keshet Dance Company
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I am very proud of Keshet Dance Company's direct involvment with the community and the amazaing impact is has had on our New Mexcio Children. Shira Greenberg and her staff are dedicated to making a postive difference in this often difficult world we live in.
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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
When I moved to Albuquerque in the fall of 2011 I knew I wanted to find a place that I could dance and potentially get involved as a volunteer or teacher. When I discovered Keshet I couldn't have been more excited. I have lived in several different states and have never found an organization quite like this one. Professional quality performing company, classes for the community, physically integrated dance, outreach with Title 1 schools and Juvenile Detention centers... Keshet does it all. Keshet uses dance to change people's lives, and I am proud to be involved with this incredible organization.
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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?
2012
Keshet Dance Company is one of the most wonderful Non-Profit Organizations that I have ever come across, and I have volunteered quite a bit. I started volunteering in 2008, and loved it so much I had to come work here! The company is completely run on passion, commitment, and love. EVERYTHING they do is done unselfishly. They have successfully continued to grow, bringing dance to those that normally would not have access, such as incarcerated & homeless youth. During this growth, they have maintained a home/family environment for all those involved, from staff to students. I love Keshet!
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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?
2012
After running away to the big city, I found Keshet under the volunteer section on Craigslist. I had been wanting to get into dancing again, and their workstudy program was the perfect opportunity for me, being an adult. I started in the summer of 2009 and I'm still there. I ran the front desk, cleaned, and assisted in childrens classes, and in exchange I get to take classes. I've performed in Nutcracker on the Rocks and other performances, and it has always been very positive and fun. Shira is awesome, and the teachers & rep dancers are very accepting and admirable. I've been to other local dance studios in Albuquerque and other towns, and none of them can even hold a candle to Keshet's sincerity, acceptance, creativity, and kindness. The only thing that is lacking is the current building, but Keshet is on it's way to a new and improved space! Thank you Keshet~
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Would you volunteer for this group again?
Likely
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 small business owner and someone not previously involved with non-profits, Keshet Dance Company changed my perception of the non-profit and arts world. This organization is as professionally run as any business I have been involved with. The people that benefit however, are not the owners, but the people who choose to participate or get involved...at any level. Students, volunteers, at-risk youth, incarcerated youth, people with disabilities, professional dancers, teachers, etc. are the real beneficiaries. The type of people this organization touches is endless. As a volunteer the last two years, I find it tremendously refreshing to assist an organization that is genuinely giving back to the community at all levels. That is truly a unique position to be in and I feel fortunate to be a part.
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I've personally experienced the results of this organization in...
helping at-risk, disadvantaged youth and students with disabilities in a non-discriminatory environment.
Ways to make it better...
If I had to make changes to this organization, I would...
help it raise more money.
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What I've enjoyed the most about my experience with this nonprofit is...
being able to make a difference in my local community through supporting the organization through volunteering and financial support.
The kinds of staff and volunteers that I met were...
extremely professional, highly motivated and dedicated.
If this organization had 10 million bucks, it could...
continue to inspire passion and open unlimited possibilities through the experience of dance and social programs regardless of economic, physical, or social situations – connecting people with art to build a stronger community.
Ways to make it better...
I would have more time to contribute to the organization.
In my opinion, the biggest challenges facing this organization are...
capital fund raising.
How frequently have you been involved with the organization?
About every week
When was your last experience with this nonprofit?
2010
Keshet Dance Company is FANTASTIC. Talk about integrity and doing what you say you are going to do! I really appreciate the commitment, professionalism and the great sense of humor and comraderie in working with the people of Keshet!
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I've personally experienced the results of this organization in...
Working with them professionally.
Ways to make it better...
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...
The really walk the talk and really make a difference in our community
The kinds of staff and volunteers that I met were...
Excellent, professional, and fun!
If this organization had 10 million bucks, it could...
Do more than any other organization I know to make the 10 million seem like 20 million-they would absolutely be the right place to put the money
Ways to make it better...
They did not have to fight so hard for competitive funding
How frequently have you been involved with the organization?
About every week
When was your last experience with this nonprofit?
2010
Keshet is an amazingly supportive place, always ready to help you find a way to follow your dreams and make things happen when it comes to dance in the community. I started dancing at 34 and can't imagine stopping anytime soon. I don't think I could have done that at most other dance companies. I have had the opportunity to begin teaching creative movement and dance and to assist in professional productions, aside from just dancing for myself. The PID program, in particular, is so inspirational to me. I want to be a part of keeping it strong and helping everyone see themselves as having a creative dancer inside of them.
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I've personally experienced the results of this organization in...
my life. I grew up wanting to dance and never had the opportunity. Keshet has given me that, and so much more.
Ways to make it better...
If I had to make changes to this organization, I would...
offer more classes. Move into a better building with more studio space. Have better facilities in general - dressing rooms, kitchen, reception areas, etc. Probably more staff to handle the first ones.
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What I've enjoyed the most about my experience with this nonprofit is...
No matter how crazy (aka bad) the rest of my day is, I can go to Keshet and dance, and the rest of it melts away. Whether I am teaching a class or taking one, I can lose myself in movement for an hour or two and re-center myself in a better place.
The kinds of staff and volunteers that I met were...
Dedicated. Sometimes frantically goal-driven. Smiling. Open to suggestions. Ready to try. Resourceful. Creative. Generous.
If this organization had 10 million bucks, it could...
finish the Kimo project and move out of the (gross) building on 2nd. Support more Outreach projects in the community. Produce more repertory company shows and share dance productions in more venues and plces.
Ways to make it better...
Keshet were a little biegger and more stable financially. It's hard to balance offering the best programming possible with watching every penny that comes in or goes out.
In my opinion, the biggest challenges facing this organization are...
as of today - the overall economy. In general, the struggle of non-profits to gain and keep financing for programs.
One thing I'd also say is that...
Keshet has become a rock in my life. I can't imagine not having it around.
How frequently have you been involved with the organization?
About every week
When was your last experience with this nonprofit?
2010
Keshet is a wonderful, inclusive organization and the performances are life-changing. From it's outreach program to the Nutcracker, everything is done professionally, but with an enormous amount of hear.
Ways to make it better...
If I had to make changes to this organization, I would...
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The kinds of staff and volunteers that I met were...
All terribly dedicated.
Ways to make it better...
I could have spent more time there.
In my opinion, the biggest challenges facing this organization are...
Raising funds in the art world where limited funds are available.
How frequently have you been involved with the organization?
About every six months
When was your last experience with this nonprofit?
2009
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