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- EIN 48-1171726
- 785-842-3797
- 715 New Jersey/P.O. Box 153 Lawrence KS 66044 USA
- www.van-go.org
- VanGo_Lawrence
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Causes: Arts & Culture, Arts Education, Education, Educational Services, Vocational & Technical Schools
Mission: To improve the lives of high-needs youth using art as the vehicle for self-expression, self-confidence, and hope for the future.
Results: A 2012 study revealed: 91% of participants felt that working at Van Go prepared them for future employment 85% of participants report being more prepared to find a job after working at Van Go 82% of participants felt an increase in self-confidence due to Van Go’s efforts 87% of participants report that Van Go made them more responsible 94% of participants felt their life was made better by working at Van Go
Target demographics: qualifying youth reach their full potential using art as the vehicle for self-expression, self confidence and hope for the future.
Direct beneficiaries per year: over 100 youth with in-depth job-training service
Geographic areas served: Lawrence, KS
Programs: JAMS (Jobs in the Arts Make Sense) pays qualifying teens, ages 14 to 18, to create permanent, public works of art. Participants gain job training, life skills, social support, a creative outlet and self-confidence. The Arts Train helps out-of-school youth, ages 18 to 21, transition to adulthood through commissioned artwork, social services and job placement.