Free Arts for Abused Children of Arizona (Free Arts of Arizona)
Organization Mission
"Transforming children's trauma to resilience through the arts." (Vision: "Every child who has experienced the trauma of abuse, neglect and/or homelessness has access to resilience-building arts programs and caring adult volunteer mentors.")
Age Restrictions
Per the organization's own listing: "The minimum age for volunteers working with children is 18 years old, volunteer in office is 15 and older."
Application Process
The first step is to attend a one-hour, no-obligation Volunteer Mentor Orientation (offered three times each month), with registration on the organization's website. Volunteers do not have to be artists, and a comprehensive onboarding and training process is provided. Contact: 602-258-8100.
Description of Volunteer Service
Volunteers share creativity in visual arts, theater, dance, music, and creative writing with children living in residential treatment centers, group homes, and shelters, serving as mentors who help children build self-esteem, develop trust, and express emotions positively. Signature programs include the Weekly Mentor Program, Free Arts Days, Professional Artists Series, and Camp Series. Free Arts is based in Phoenix and serves Maricopa County.
Firsthand Experience
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