My Nonprofit Reviews
Bonnie C.
Review for International Folk Art Alliance, Santa Fe, NM, USA
I volunteered for the first time with the Santa Fe International Folk Art Market in July, 2010, as part of their Artist Training Program.
The first thing I noticed was the commitment and level of dedication of their volunteers, some who have been working with the organization since the inaugural market in 2004.
Working with the staff, volunteers, and artists in the week prior to the Santa Fe International Folk Art Market opening, I quickly realized what an invaluable service the Market provides to the artists they work with. Not only does the Market provide artists, including women's cooperatives, from developing countries in Africa, Asia, Latin America, Central Asia, Eurasia, and the Middle East, an opportunity to sell their work and retain 90% of their sales, they also provide training to new artists at the Market in areas such as marketing, pricing, and display techniques.
The Santa Fe International Folk Art Market truly lives up to its vision and mission statement of "fostering economic and cultural sustainability for folk artists and folk art worldwide and creating intercultural exchange opportunities that unite the peoples of the world".
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I've personally experienced the results of this organization in...
seeing the impact it has on the artists and women's cooperatives that participate in the market.
If I had to make changes to this organization, I would...
look for ways to expand their programs to reach an even wider audience and collector base.
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?
Some
Did the organization use your time wisely?
Very Well
Would you recommend this group to a friend?
Definitely
Did your volunteer experience have an effect on you? (teaching you a new skill, or introducing new friends, etc.)
Yes, I was introduced to Judy Frater and 2 of her artisans from Kala Raksha who create phenomenal textile art.
When was your last experience with this nonprofit?
2010
