I am Polite, Nice, Creative, Athletic, Art Camp Success Story
Through the illuminating process of art creation, drawchange’s methodology provides children from lower socioeconomic conditions the...
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Mar 16, 20232 min
Success Story: Reluctant to Superhero
During James’ first few art therapy-based sessions with us, he seemed reluctant to participate. When we asked him to share or engage, he...
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Apr 15, 20221 min
Orlando Mayor’s Matching Grant Program
We are the proud recipients of the Orlando’s Mayor’s Matching Grant Program for 2022! This program was implemented to help address...
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Dec 27, 20212 min
Why Children Experiencing Homelessness Need Art
“... we really need this. I feel like a lot of people need this space. It’s important for all of us. It’s like - we really need this....
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Jun 22, 20211 min
The Best Orlando Summer Camp
With each keyboard lesson, rhythm lesson, painting session or game, kids are growing closer in friendship and confidence.
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Mar 15, 20212 min
Debunking 4 Myths about Art Therapy
What comes to your mind when you hear the term art therapy? Do you imagine an art class? Or a skilled artist finding reprieve in their...
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Feb 24, 20212 min
How Street Art Can Transform Communities
Rio de Janeiro's mountainside favelas are iconic because they illustrate Brazilian life. They offer a distinct perspective to the...
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Jan 28, 20212 min
COVID-19, A Homeless Child's Perspective
The reason we love art is that it’s a lens into a new perspective. It is an invitation for viewers to reframe their ideas through the...
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drawchange
Dec 30, 20202 min
Take a Deep Breath, After School Art Sessions are Back!
We are excited to announce that drawchange Online After School Art Sessions are back!
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Dec 23, 20201 min
Happy Holidays!
Happy Holidays from the #drawchangefamily to yours 🌟 May this season be filled with warmth, love, & joy! We wish you a Holiday Season...
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Sep 29, 20202 min
The 7 Core Competencies of the drawchange Mission
Our 7 Core Competencies empower the children by channeling their natural creativity to allow them an escape from an often stressful reality.
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drawchange
Aug 25, 20202 min
5 Tips for Coping with Discrimination
We have seen firsthand the impact of these 5 points and their benefits. We share them in hopes they can help you too.
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drawchange
Jun 18, 20201 min
Art Therapy and Complex Trauma
Complex trauma, such as the experience of racism and homelessness, has a life-long effect on children.
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May 11, 20201 min
The Benefits of Art Camp
At drawchange, we offer a fun and exciting Art Camp that demonstrates the perfect example of the many benefits of camp.
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Mar 20, 20201 min
drawchange - DIY
Drawchange DIY is a weekly series of art projects designed to inspire resilience in children amidst the COVID-19 outbreak.
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Mar 18, 20202 min
Healing Mandala
Mandala creation is used in art therapy as tool to aid in self-reflection, de-stressing and healing.
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Feb 26, 20201 min
Combating the Effects of Childhood Homelessness
Child homelessness is not just a question of material needs but rather an impediment to development. Exposure to art can help.
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Feb 7, 20201 min
Black History Month: Imagination Ignites Change
What if Martin Luther King Jr. was never able to imagine a better world? This is the reality for most children living in poverty.
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Jan 29, 20201 min
The Magic of Ukuleles
Our ukulele program is a favorite for our children who are inspired by our volunteer musicians.
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drawchange
Dec 20, 20192 min
"What Keeps You Committed?"
Our family supports our children to face the existential circumstances of poverty through the compassion shared within that one hour.
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