On a daily basis, CERF+ is a resource of valuable information and is a support system in moments of crisis. To me, CERF+ is something like a crossroads in a small town we all pass through and know that the road we personally travel is the road we all travel. CERF+: part of the foundation of our community.
James Aarons, potter (California)Whom CERF+ Helps
Find out how CERF+ grew out of craft shows, hear from artists CERF+ has helped through emergencies, and learn about CERF+'s commitment to emergency preparedness for artists in this video from the producers of the award winning Craft in America series. Read stories about some of the artists CERF+ has helped. »
How CERF+ Helps
CERF+ accomplishes its mission through direct financial and educational assistance to craft artists including emergency relief assistance, business development support, and resources and referrals on topics such as health, safety, and insurance. CERF+ develops, promotes, and maintains resources for emergency readiness and recovery that benefit all artists. CERF+ also advocates, engages in research, and backs policy that supports craft artists' careers. CERF+ is working with partner organizations to build a better safety net for artists across the United States More on CERF+ >>
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New CERF+ Brochure Available
CERF+ has created a new brochure and we want to share it with you. The tri-fold, four-color brochure highlights all of the facets of our work, from our emergency relief assistance for craft artists to our emergency preparedness resources that benefit all artists. Please contact… Read More...
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CERF+ Artists' Relief Exchange
A new online tool to connect artists' needs with offers of free assistance. If you have been affected by Hurricane Sandy and need things for your recovery, or if you have not been affected but have something to offer, please post them here!
Needed - Most Recent Posts
Paint brushes and Acrylic paints (ocean blue, turqouise and white)
CarvajalCity/Town:BrooklynThe School by the Sea in Far Rockaway, NY is currently recovering from severe damages from Hurricane Sandy. Many of the students were with out power or heat for over two months and the school is still being run on a generator. The school is a block away from the beach and although the ocean created challenges, the students are resilient and ready to bounce back.
There is a 20 year old ocean mural in the audiotrium and was never finished. The walls have now been primed white and a brand new mural is ready for the kids to paint.
The objective of the ocean mural is to create a symbol of hope and resilience to the Rockaway community. The 6th and 7th grade art students are learning about realism to follow this lesson plan for the ocean themed mural. Ocean Lifeline is bringing in a world renowned guest muralist/artist to work with the kids on this project.
Here is a video of the talented kids and Art teacher: https://vimeo.com/60934057
Thank you so much for helping this mural turn into a dream project for the community and us all.
Giving - Most Recent Posts
I have beads, mostly earthy stone, let me know what kind you use and I will send a selection.
Available to Artists:With an EmergencyDesJardinsCity/Town:MandevilleI have a lot of stone beads that are in the earthy range - jasper, amber. I have some to spare so give me an idea of what you use and I can send a selection.
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