My Nonprofit Reviews

The Santa Fe International Folk Art Market is an incredible organization that spreads cultural understanding here at home, and around the globe. They unite artists from around the world, and help them to sell their traditional arts at a massive festival held annually in Santa Fe, New Mexico. Run by an incredibly talented and organized staff, and amazing volunteers, the market is a well oiled machine that never ceases to amaze. Three incredible action packed days, and everything runs smoothly, even with over 22,000 people in attendance. The 2010 market brought 132 artists from 50 different countries, with over $2 million in sales. At the event artists take home 90% of the profits from the sales.. something no other organization can claim. Artists return to their home country, and many times reinvest these profits in community development. This elevates the standard of living for countless individuals, and makes a positive contribution towards social justice around the globe. The goodwill developed around the world is just incredible, and the cultural exposure for both the artists themselves and the attendees is enormous. The market honors endangered folk traditions, and increases their longevity by educating consumers, ensuring that the beauty of hand made works of art remain in our modern world. The market provides important contacts for artists that enable them to assure a fair wage and living conditions, as well as a boost to the human spirit. The impact is just enormous, and I am thankful that such a wonderful organization exists. We have attended the International Folk Art Market twice now, and look forward to many more years of participation. I have made numerous contacts for my own business, and appreciate the exposure to cultures that I do not encounter in my folk art business in Latin America. It is a true win win experience for all!

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