La Peña Cultural Center, Inc.
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October 26, 2012
This is a center that truly intersects arts & Culture and social justice work. i have done work in many non-profits, but at La Peña models how a center can truly be a home for many communities. Through expression, creativity and culture, the work presented in this center educates and drives action!
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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
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Definitely
When was your last experience with this nonprofit?
2012
June 6, 2012
I came to the SF Bay area in 1992 from NYC. I had heard of this wonderful arts and social change venue in Berkeley from friends and colleagues, so when I settled into my new life in the SF Bay area I checked out some of the programs in the theater and fell in love with the place. Now that I have a family, we all go to events either in the lounge or theater 2-4 a months. We enjoy the mix of folks, progams, classes and progressive social justice activities. Congratulations on 37 years and look forward to the next 37 years.
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Definitely
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2012
June 6, 2012
La Pena is a unique place, sure there are a lot of music venues around but none quite like La Pena. I think that uniqueness stems from the passion that surrounds the place,from the curators - a passion that spills over and builds/unifies community & bridges cultural differences. Where else can you go to learn about politics thru music/dance/art - where else can you go that you walk in without that ego that comes with typical venues and you're simply embraced from the get go. It's a beautiful space with a lot of history, and new art/music that constantly inspires. It's also shifting with the times and is cross-generational and diverse!
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Life-changing
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Definitely
When was your last experience with this nonprofit?
2012
June 6, 2012
La Pena is one of the few places where you can find an ongoing commitment to social justice and arts. La Pena is celebrating its 37th Anniversary!! We must support La Pena for being here for all of us in the community defending and advocating for what we believe in.
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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
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Definitely
When was your last experience with this nonprofit?
2012
June 6, 2012
La Pena keeps changing and the latest vibe is the late night events in the recently updated lounge. Last week there was a hot Brazilian Dance Party. The band was direct from Brazil and you could just feel the love. Everybody was movin' to the samba sounds. Plus it feels good to have fun at a place that also stands up for human rights and social justice. Que Viva La Pena!
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Definitely
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Definitely
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Definitely
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2012
June 5, 2012
La Peña Cultural Center is turning 37 this year (2012) and continues to provide excellent programming centered around arts and education. La Peña continues to be a place that caters to diverse communities, often ones that are not represented in the mainstream, and does so in a unique and exciting way. From musical performances, to workshops, to classes, to theater, La Peña is a major hub for the East Bay, and the Bay Area.
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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
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March 25, 2012
1 person found this review helpful
La Pena Cultural Center is an important part of the fabric of the San Francisco arts and social justice community. Their traditional focus has been music and cultural events rooted in Latin America, but they also open their doors to all people trying to make the world a better place. The center offers a full schedule of terrific concerts by wonderful local and international musicians, and also offers low-cost classes open to the public.
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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
August 24, 2008
As many others have commented, La Peña is wonderfully unique place that brings many cultures together effectively. I am always impressed by the high quality of the programming which brings together such diverse experiences in one venue. I have been a donor over many years. I donate because I know my dollars are going a long way in achieving the results to which the Center aspires. In addition I am confident that none of my funds are being wasted. I have examined the budget and know the staff assumes a high level of responsability in making the Center function on a tight budget. If you have not been there, be sure to check out the calendar and go!
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I've personally experienced the results of this organization in...
exciting young people to become interested in the arts and social justice
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If I had to make changes to this organization, I would...
try to get the word out to a bigger audience about what we offer
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What I've enjoyed the most about my experience with this nonprofit is...
its capacity to bring so many different kinds of people together
The kinds of staff and volunteers that I met were...
always friendly
If this organization had 10 million bucks, it could...
gain access to the media to make its outstanding programming widely viewed. It could also take its programs to the schools.
Ways to make it better...
the center had more financial resources to promote visiting artist-speakers
In my opinion, the biggest challenges facing this organization are...
those related to survival in a time of diminishing investment in the arts
When was your last experience with this nonprofit?
2008
August 16, 2008
La Pena is still my home away from home. I was on the staff in the 1980's and volunteer from time to time. La Pena is stellar in its attention to the arts, especially Latin American music. Everyone involved is dedicated to imagination, community building and pluralism.
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I've personally experienced the results of this organization in...
its programs and classes.
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2008
August 13, 2008
There is no place like La Peña in the whole Bay Area, or maybe in the US for that matter. This is where one gets to meet all kinds of people, very young to very old, from all walks of life and from every corner of the world. If you want to experience a community that comes together to support its artists, and the artists who give back their best, then La Peña is the place. Music, Dance, Poetry, Film, Theater, Community Organizing, A celebration, a Memorial, an Exhibit, Hip Hop, Jazz, you name it, La Peña's got it, with the added benefit that you know you're supporting an organization that truly cares about the planet and its inhabitants.
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What I've enjoyed the most about my experience with this nonprofit is...
The quality of the show, down to earth and yet top notch artistry; the space; the artwork on the walls; the history of it; the cafe where I met with my friends, and the PRICE! You can't get such a great show for so cheap! I don't know how they do it!
The kinds of staff and volunteers that I met were...
Warm, generous, inviting, friendly, funny, and oh so interesting!
If this organization had 10 million bucks, it could...
Revamp its technical equipments, the sound, the lights, bringing into the 21st century. It is amazing what they can produce such quality programs given such a limited budget.
Ways to make it better...
I could use my credit card; but they're working on that one, they said.
When was your last experience with this nonprofit?
2008
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