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Welcome to Artful Autism's donations page! Your generous support helps us continue our mission to empower disabled artists and create a more inclusive world.
Artful Autism wants to host Art Palooza's in every state. Our Art Palooza’s create a space for artist with all disabilities to showcase art they have created. Our arts and design center called Unified Art Studio provides a safe and supportive space for individuals with disabilities to explore, express, and showcase their artistic talents. Through our open art studio, classes, and events, we strive to foster a sense of community and belonging where everyone is celebrated for who they are.
Support Our Program
Introducing Artful Autism - a revolutionary program designed to showcase the immense talent and creativity of disabled artists, while providing a safe and inclusive space for individuals with disabilities to explore new art forms and find their voice.
This is important because in my career I have seen the population of people with disabilities be overlooked and underrepresented. We started PIE with the idea and concept that people with disabilities are just as capable as their typical development peers. Because the population is often overlooked, many adults grow older, losing community and connection. In my time, the best people I have met are people with disabilities. They are full of joy and excitement, they want to be connected but just need a little bit of help to get started.
With the recent opening of our open art studio, we're proud to offer a space where people of all abilities can come together and express themselves through art. Our studio is staffed with trained professionals who are passionate about helping individuals discover their artistic potential and build confidence in their abilities.
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We are renting a space and hiring many teachers to create more classes and events. We are using social media platforms to get the word out. We need art supplies and art tools. We started at art exhibits, talking with people and asking the community if this was something that was needed and our response was great.
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Artful Autism is a project of PIE, which stands for Program for Intellectual Empowerment. Artful Autism is not a business, we have no funds and rely on the support of our community. We created Artful Autism because we saw a need. PIE's mission is to create inclusive education opportunities for all individuals. We believe in the power of art to connect people and create a more inclusive world. With your support, we can make this vision a reality.
At Artful Autism, we believe in offering a diverse range of events to cater to the varied interests of our members. Whether you're looking for a relaxing evening of crafting, or an exciting night of cinematic exploration, we've got you covered.
Some of the events we've already hosted include craft night, iPhone cinema night, Valentine's Day cookie decorating, paint and sip, movie night, and more! We are constantly expanding our offerings to ensure that there's always something new and exciting for our members to experience.
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To empower disabled individuals through the transformative power of art, and to promote inclusivity and diversity in the art world. And we need your help to make it happen. As well as tearing down the walls that separate typical developing peers from the neuro-divergent.
We're asking for your support to raise $15,000, which will be used to staff our art studio, hire art teachers, and purchase essential art supplies for the next 6 months. With your contribution, we can continue to provide a welcoming and supportive space for disabled individuals to explore their creativity and share their unique perspectives with the world.
By becoming a member of Artful Autism, you'll not only be supporting a worthy cause, but you'll also gain access to our exclusive events and exhibitions. With your help, we hope to expand our program to reach even more communities throughout Oregon.
Join us on our journey to make the art world a more inclusive and diverse place. Together, we can create a brighter, more colorful future for everyone.
Join Us in Making a Difference!
Your donation will help us provide the necessary resources to host Art Palooza's, supply art supplies, staff our events, aid teachers, continue running our program and expand to other parts of Oregon. By supporting Artful Autism, you are helping to make a difference in the lives of disabled artists and promote a more inclusive society.
We appreciate any donation, big or small, and every dollar counts towards making a positive impact. Thank you for considering to donate to Artful Autism. Together, we can empower disabled artists and create a brighter future for all.