Gainesville Celebrates Mosaic HeART Wall with Ribbon-Cutting Ceremony at Depot Park
The Gainesville Sun 07.29.24
Despite the rainy weather, the HeART Wall, a 208-foot-long mosaic mural featuring over 2,500 hearts, was unveiled at Depot Park with a ribbon-cutting ceremony. This community-driven art project, led by Sarah Hinds and supported by multiple local organizations, celebrates Gainesville through its vibrant, collaborative design.
One Nation One Project Gainesville Collaborates with Dream on Purpose For Summer Youth Celebration
WCJB ABC 20 07.27.24
City leaders with One Nation One Project Gainesville in collaboration with Dream On Purpose kicked off their ‘Summer Youth Celebration Arts, Culture, and Health Day’. One Nation One Project Gainesville is a wellness initiative meant to increase youth engagement in arts and culture while reducing gun violence.
Watson Clinic Foundation Arts in Medicine Program Among Participants in City of Lakeland Arts and Health Day Proclamation
Central Florida Health News 7.15.24
The Watson Clinic Foundation’s Arts in Medicine program are among a number of local organizations that have been included in a Proclamation by the City of Lakeland declaring Saturday, July 27, as Arts and Health Day. The proclamation underscores the program’s commitment to recognizing and celebrating the significant role that the arts play in enhancing individual and community health.
Ribbon Cutting Celebration for the “HeART Wall: A Love Letter to Gainesville”
UF Health Shands Arts in Medicine Unveils the "HeART Wall" a 200-ft mosaic mural in Celebration of Community and Creativity on July 27th from 6:00 - 7:00pm
2 Local Youth Productions on Gun Violence Awareness To Air Locally
Main Street Daily News 6.20.24
Two local youth-created productions will be broadcast on GNV TV and streamed online and as part of Gun Violence Awareness Month activities.
Student-created Documentary Screening Sheds Light on Youth Gun Violence
Alachua Chronicle, 5.16.24
A student-created documentary focusing on youth gun violence will be screened to raise awareness and stimulate community discussion. The event aims to highlight the personal and societal impacts of gun violence, involving local leaders and community members in seeking solutions. This initiative serves as an educational tool, promoting understanding and action against youth gun violence.
Gun violence again discussed at Black on Black Crime Task Force meeting in Gainesville
Gainesville Sun, 5.03.24
Gainesville community leaders are advocating for treating gun violence as a public health crisis similar to COVID-19. One Nation One Project (ONOP) is mentioned as a national initiative using arts and culture to address community healing and well-being. The article emphasizes the importance of community collaboration and support in addressing gun violence effectively.
“Places To Go, Things To Do, Mentors, Jobs.” Alachua & Gainesville Commissioners Discuss Solutions to Local Gun Violence
Gainesville Public Information Services, 3.26.24
The Gainesville Commission addresses local gun violence, discussing solutions such as mentors and job opportunities. Having collaborated with ONOP, focusing on community-based initiatives to tackle youth gun violence and promote well-being through mentorship and employment opportunities.
Dreamer’s Foundation to Host Annual Evening of Elegance Ball in Gainesville
Gainesville Sun, 3.25.24
An annual ball event in Gainesville, sponsored by One Nation, One Project among others, provides intellectually challenged individuals with a fun and inclusive gathering to socialize and dance. This initiative highlights the supportive community atmosphere in Gainesville, fostering diversity and providing support for individuals with intellectual challenges.
‘Veterans for Peace’ in Gainesville to Hold Scholarship Contest
Gainesville Sun, 3.11.24
Gainesville's veterans group is awarding three $1,500 scholarships to local students from military families. Essays on honoring veterans are due by April 15th, with recipients announced in May. It's a tribute to their sacrifices and a boost for higher education.
Ward Touts Gainesville’s Accomplishments With Federal Funding
Main St. Daily News, 3.4.24
In the week leading up to President Joe Biden’s fourth State of the Union Address, mayors across the country are circulating op-eds to highlight funding their cities have received through the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA), the Bipartisan Infrastructure Bill (BIL) and other programs.
Dream On Purpose Opens Enrollment for All Youth, Ages 11-18, For 8-Week Film Program
Alachua Chronicle, 1.26.24
Dream on Purpose is hosting “Filming with a Purpose,” an immersive, eight-week after-school program, dedicated to exploring the topic of youth gun violence under the supportive guidance of a mental health counselor, while learning about film production – all for FREE.
One Nation One Project GNV Mural Honoring Former Firefighter To Be Unveiled
Alachua Chronicle, 12.8.23
Neighbors are invited to the unveiling of “Creating Calm,” an outdoor mural produced in memory of late Gainesville Fire Rescue (GFR) first responder Harold B. Batie, who also was known as children’s magician, “B-Magic.”
Gainesville Awards $200,000 As Part of National Project
Main Street Daily News, 11.17.23
The city of Gainesville will award $200,000 in grants to six local organizations as part of phase 2 of One Nation, One Project—a national project in 18 cities chosen by the National League of Cities.
One Nation One Project GNV Selects Phase 2 Grant Recipients
Alachua Chronicle 11.16.23
One Nation One Project GNV (ONOP GNV), the City of Gainesville’s local arts and wellness initiative, will award grants totaling $200,000 to six area organizations as part of Phase 2: Aces in Motion; BLSSD Future Inc.; Community Impact Corporation; Dream on Purpose; Hippodrome State Theatre; and the Willie Mae Stokes Community Center.
One Nation One Project GNV Arts & Culture Jamboree at Depot Park to Focus on Gun Violence
The Gainesville Sun 8.17.23
Gainesville was one of nine cities selected in April 2022 by the National League of Cities to take part in the initiative, which is designed to spotlight the role of arts in improving the overall well-being and resilience of communities across the country.