There is increasing research that positively supports the value of Volunteerism for an improved quality of life, as well as the value for the Arts. Gathered below are valuable supporting articles and studies.
NEW REALITIES
this isn't your Gram's volunteering
this isn't your Gram's volunteering
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"Over the past two decades, a growing body of research indicates that volunteering provides not just social benefits, but individual health benefits as well. This research has established a strong relationship between volunteering and health: those who volunteer have lower mortality rates, greater functional ability, and lower rates of depression later in life than those who do
not volunteer." —Corporation of National and Community Service, “The Health Benefits of Volunteering: A Review of Recent Research” article |
"In today’s world, taking action for positive social change is no longer optional. Getting behind issues like helping the environment, ending poverty, fighting injustice and inequality is becoming the new standard. In reaction, companies are upgrading their business models, by donating a portion of proceeds to important causes or practicing sustainability, while individuals are being asked to evaluate their choices in where they spend their money and time."
—FORBES, Jules Schroeder |
CHALLENGE
go beyond the box
go beyond the box
We have all suspected at one time or another that volunteering is a good thing to do, but it's a grave misstep to put it in a box that small. Let me challenge you. Go beyond the little box and know more of its benefits, your life may depend on it! I've made it super easy. These articles below are a fast and practical method to expand what you know and help you find a benefit from serving that fits where you are in life right now.
Some Summarizing Points
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"Yes, I realize that trying to GET something from GIVING seems counterintuitive, but call me crazy (some have), I'm an optimist! ...sometimes. I'd like to think that one's humanity can be touched in the process of giving. Amazingly good things have come out of the worst of initial misplaced motives. THAT SAID, studies are now showing that your 'intention' and 'motive' DO effect the results/benefits. So think well on your intentions." |
VOLUNTEERISM
supporting articles
supporting articles
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Volunteering and its Surprising Benefits - comprehensive article Helpguide.org
Benefits of Volunteering - leads to great resources too!
Corporation of National and Community Service The Benefits of Volunteerism, if the Service Is Real - for parents The New York Times
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The Health Benefits of Volunteering: A Review
of Recent Research - downlodable article in right column Corporation of National and Community Service |
Five Couples Rekindle Their Romance While Volunteering at Local Hospitals - just awesome
Patch.com, Danbury Connecticut |
THE ARTS
supporting articles
supporting articles
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Don't Dump the Humanities, They Help Us Think Creatively Newsweek, A Joan Saab
Without a Humanistic Inquiry, We Will Lose Our Creativity The Conversation, A Joan Saab (same as above, WITH visuals)
The National Initiative for Arts & Health in the Military: Reports, white Papers and Publications - reports Americans for the Arts
Arts & Economic Prosperity 5: The the Nonprofit Art & Culture Industry Impacts the Economy in Your Community Americans for the Arts - Randy I Cohen
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The Arts' Key Role in Our Society - Historical references! The New York Times, Arthur Schlesinger Jr.
Poll: What American's Believe About The Arts
or Download 15 short answers here. Americans for the Arts |
*The views and opinions expressed in all of the above materials are those of their authors and may not necessarily reflect
the views or position of the artist, but could.
2017 ART EXHIBITION | Sep 3 - Oct 29