Annual Philly Spring Clean-Up -Fishtown Rec Center Participant Quotes:
“It takes a village to keep a village together!” ~Dominique~
“Had a great time being outside and creating with our neighbors.”
“I really liked volunteering so much today.”
“Giving back with a purpose!”
“Felt more accomplished than usual on a Saturday morning!” ~Jessica~
“Great way to spend a Sat. morning, giving back to our community.”
“Definitely had fun painting fish over graffiti.” ~Danny~
“I’m glad to serve our neighborhood and city.” ~Bill~
“It was great to see a difference, to make that difference.”
“A simple fresh coat of paint really goes a long way in making an environment seem more alive and appealing.”
“Color is power!”
“I felt that Art Sphere gave me the opportunity to use my painting skills to effect a change in a place where change is needed and resources are limited.” ~Gretchen~
“It’s great to help the neighborhood I live in!” ~Paul
“It was wonderful doing something I love and volunteering at the same time. It was a liberating experience.”
“Way more organized having an additional organization to partner with us.” ~John~
“I enjoyed myself today.”
“I felt like the work that I was doing was really making a difference even though I was just painting simple fish. I could imagine coming here in the future and dreaming up a sea for my fish to swim in.”
“It was great! Felt connected to the community through collective creativity!!” ~Samantha~
“I loved feeling like I left a positive impression on the neighborhood. Bringing more beauty into our community improves everyone’s lives.” ~Cara~
“Helping to improve the neighborhood feels great.” ~Scott~
You too can coordinate clean-up efforts with the community and the city. Contact ASI for assistance or visit www.phila.gov/qualityoflife and use our city’s services to plan your own Spring cleanup or cleanups throughout the year.
Thank you, ZS Associates, for bringing your company out to lend a big hand!
See before-and-after photos below:
