My Nonprofit Reviews
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Review for Ravinia Festival Association, Highland Park, IL, USA
Ravinia does so much in the Chicago area to promote music education and performance. Contrary to the belief of some, Ravinia is not just a venue where rock bands and classical music acts come to play. Ravinia has programs that give back to the community in a huge way. One is their Reach*Teach*Play program that gives underserved students the opportunity to see world class acts right in their schools. They also collaborate with these schools to have them all learn the same music, then they go to a private concert just for them in the massive band shell - last year 2,700 students were bussed in for a concert by Midwest Young Artists. They played Holst's "The Planets" and the students in the crowd had worked on creating dances and costumes to go along with the movements, and they had a chance to be on a big stage in their own special event. Talk about instilling wonder, confidence, hope, and solid values. The people that work there are also extremely passionate and make sure everything is of the best quality. A+ for Ravinia.
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Will you volunteer or donate to this organization?
Definitely
How much of an impact do you think this organization has?
Life-changing
When was your last experience with this nonprofit?
2012
Review for Midwest Young Artists Conservatory, Highwood, IL, USA
Midwest Young Artists has been a home away from home, an educational center, and a place where values are demonstrated and taught. Everyone is accepted and nurtured, home school students are treated equally and no one is bullied or made fun of for expressing themselves. It is a cultural oasis for young people and families who wish for a sanctuary. Everyone gets along, no one is excluded. Dare I say utopia? This is more than just a music school. Now that I am graduated, I canstill come back for the alumni concert every year and keep connected with my talented colleagues. A+ for MYA
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If I had to make changes to this organization, I would...
Make it bigger
How would you describe the help you got from this organization?
Life-changing
How likely are you to recommend this organization to a friend?
Definitely
How do you feel you were treated by this organization?
Very Well
When was your last experience with this nonprofit?
2011
How did you find this group?
Private teacher
What, if any, change in your life has this group encouraged?
Learning how to function in an orchestra and chamber group - humility - teamwork - winning and losing with grace -
