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Contributed.
with Local Stakeholders.
of Multistate Efforts.
of Volunteers Engaged.
Number of opportunities for creative expression |
1145 |
Number of participants reporting increased knowledge, opinions, skills and/or aspirations in the arts |
3330 |
Number of participants reporting increased perseverance, completing a project from start to finish |
2376 |
Number of participants reporting increased confidence, self-esteem |
1602 |
Number of participants reporting increased use of creativity |
2704 |
Number of participants reporting increased mindfulness or a change in the way they see their immediate surroundings |
488 |
Number of participants reporting use of critical thinking skills and making deliberate choices to solve problems |
1744 |
Number of participants reporting increased sense of belonging, support, and/or comfort |
2846 |
Number of participants reporting increased focus, resilience |
371 |
Many people find that spending time crafting enhances mental wellbeing, creates community connections, and can be a creative outlet for anyone of any age. After multiple inquiries were made about a crafting club, the Greenup County Community Arts Program agreed to create one. The membership chose the name Greenup County Creative Crafters Club. This club began meeting in 2023 on the third Thursday of each month with volunteer leaders and a growing membership. Leadership development is a driving f...
