Hollywood Reporter logo Hollywood Reporter 1 month ago

Networks give for volunteerism

One of the continuing story lines on NBC's "Parks and Recreation" has been an effort by Amy Poehler's character to convert an abandoned construction pit into a park. Full Article at Hollywood Reporter

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  1. This has nothing to do with Democrats, Republicans or Independents ... Volunteerism was something everybody could agree on, because somebody wanted to work in education, somebody on the environment, others on literacy. That all comes under the umbrella of volunteerism.
    – Sherry Lansing SOURCE: Hollywood Reporter 1 month ago
  2. A lot of our producers are always looking for new angles, especially on established shows ... This was a way to expand the characters and let the audience into what some of the characters do when not in the office.
    SOURCE: Hollywood Reporter 1 month ago
  3. It was an idea that started as a small seed and grew and grew ... The shows were very responsive, and we were able to get participation across all the networks.
    SOURCE: Hollywood Reporter 1 month ago
  4. What we want to do is make volunteering cool
    – Sherry Lansing SOURCE: Hollywood Reporter 1 month ago
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