FAQs
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General
Why do you use recycled or seemingly old art materials?
The children we work with have little to no personal possessions. One major element of our core curriculum is Imagination. Recycled materials, such as paper scraps, magazine cut-outs, or repurposed cardboard, make for perfect materials for young children to tap into their imaginations and create something out of very little. Considering the circumstances of the children we work with, it could be quite difficult for a young child, who may be transient, to keep up with property such as a canvas or large sculpture. Projects made with paper, for example, are much easier for the children to keep in their rooms, or display on the wall at the shelter where they’re currently living. Albeit, not all sessions or projects require recycled or repurposed materials. We also use sculpting clay, new canvases, and other new materials for certain projects.
Is drawchange Faith based?
While we do honor and respect all religions, drawchange is not a faith based organization and we do not help based on religious beliefs. Our diverse staff, volunteers, and children come from a variety of backgrounds and walks of life. We support each member of our drawchange family and celebrate their diversity.
Why don't you use erasers when drawing in your programs?
"There are no mistakes in art", says founder/CEO, Jennie Lobato. Something as little as taking away an eraser provides our children the opportunity to create without even the thought of their masterpiece having mistakes.
Funding/Donations
How is drawchange funded?
We are funded primarily through individual donors. We also accept corporate sponsorships for events such as the drawchange 5k. Any level of donation makes a meaningful impact for the children we work with. Whether you can afford to give $5.00 or $500, please know that all donations really add up for us!
What percentage of your funds stay in Atlanta versus your international projects?
100% of funds raised in Atlanta stay in Atlanta unless otherwise specifically stated. We believe in supported our local community first and foremost. Our international projects are partnership commitments with other organizations, and are funded by the volunteers who participate every year.
Do you accept art supply donations?
Programs
Can drawchange create a program in our organization or school?
We focus on impoverished children, aged 5-10. If your school or organization will allow us to establish a program, and the children in your care fit in our category of both, aged 5-10, and “impoverished,” please email us at info@drawchange.org. We’d love to build a new program!
What do your programs focus on?
Empowerment
Dream Building
Imagination
Self-Esteem
Creation
Stress Relief
How do you choose your curriculum?
Volunteering
Do I have to be an artist to volunteer?
Do you accept volunteer groups?