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Our Mission
Our Mission
At Art & Soul, it is our mission to bring the healing power of the arts to children in underserved communities and those battling chronic illness. We believe that art nurtures the soul and empowers young minds—and that every child deserves access to creative expression.
Today, countless children are denied access to the arts due to school budget cuts, limited resources, and the isolating effects of long-term medical care. As arts programs continue to disappear, we are committed to filling the gap. We know that no child should be denied this privilege due to financial circumstances, or physical disabilities.
Through free art classes, curated art kits, and fundraising, Art & Soul works to ensure that art remains within reach for every child, no matter their circumstance.
About the Founder
About the Founder
Art & Soul was founded by NYU student Elisa Akin, a multimedia artist and flutist who knows firsthand how powerful art can be. During her own journey with chronic illness, art became her voice, offering healing and hope. That experience inspired her to ensure that other children would have the same opportunity, no matter their circumstances.
Art and Soul has turned our mission into action through:
Art and Soul has turned our mission into action through:
Free Art Classes
Free Art Classes
We offer hands-on art classes taught by Founder Elisa Akin in community centers, giving children a safe space to explore, create, and connect with others.
Curated Art Kits
Curated Art Kits
With funds raised through community support and donations, we create and distribute art kits to children who may not have access to materials.
Our parters include:
Our parters include:
Community centers: The BGC, The Saugerties Public Library
Hospitals: Mount Sinai, Lenox Hill, Memorial Sloan Kettering
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