Alpha Workshops

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Causes: Arts & Culture, Arts Services, Education, Federated Giving Programs, Job Training, Philanthropy, Vocational & Technical Schools, Vocational Rehabilitation

Mission: (1) To draw on the powerful healing potential of useful work and creative self-expression.(2) To provide training and employment in a flexible, compassionate workplace where the special needs of its employees can be met.(3) To compete in the marketplace successfully at the highest level of craftsmanship and artistry.(4) To provide a new model of economic development for people living with HIV/AIDS or other disabilities.

Community Stories

3 Stories from Volunteers, Donors & Supporters

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DAdude Client Served

Rating: 5

12/28/2013

Alpha has been an incredible experience for me... When I started the Introduction to Decorative Arts class I had been out of the workforce for years and didn't know how I was going to my way back. It's 1.5 years later and I'm not only employed in the decorative arts field but count several of my classmates as dear friends. Changed my life!

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Hung General Member of the Public

Rating: 5

12/02/2013

I would like to give big thanks and many praises to Alpha Workshops, especially the administration and education staffs for giving me a wonderful education and a great sense of purpose in life. Since I was diagnosed with HIV, I was hospitalized twice for suicidal attempts because I didn't see any point of go on living. The administration staff at Alpha Workshops was exceptionally helpful when it came to getting me enroll into the program despite my history. Even when I was giving up an applying due to personal perplex conflict with NYS inquiries, Alpha staff wasn't. I am still grateful for the day I got a call from Alpha Workshops informing that I was sponsored by a scholarship and can immediately start my training the following week. Once started, I've been enjoying all lessons and helps received from the friendly trainers. Henceforth I truly appreciated what Alpha Workshop does and the generous donations made to Alpha Workshops. Both has been making great impact and wonderful in my life. Thank you very much.

concern Board Member

Rating: 1

10/03/2012

As a former board member at The Alpha Workshops I felt a great responsibility to the segment of society we were supposed to be supporting. Negative reports filed by individuals, design professionals, and New York state fund contributors have been a thorn in the side of this ambitious entity. The legality of some of its financial undertakings are questionable and several personnel abuses inflicted on vulnerable staffers make this an unfortunate situation for all those concerned. More information may be obtained via NYS inquiries.

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