Empowering Youth

One poem at a time

Therapeutic Expression

Using art and poetry, we help them heal and share their feelings.

Accessibility
To Arts

Low-income students in the arts are twice as likely to graduate college, according to a National Endowment for the Arts report.

Dreaming
Big

We teach the importance of confidence, self-esteem, choice, and change

Life's Tough,
But There's Hope

Many youth are confronted with profound challenges that leave them feeling isolated and defeated, uncertain about their future.

We recognize the depth of these struggles and believe in every young person's right to a hopeful and fulfilling future. At Hope at Hand, our empathy drives us to action.

Leveraging 15 years of expertise with the healing power of poetry and art, we provide a sanctuary of support and learning. Our mission is to uplift, empower, and inspire them to realize their dreams and potential.

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Stories of Hope and Healing

Discover the impact of Hope at Hand through their stories.

"I have always enjoyed art therapy, it is a great way to start a relaxation period and a great way to start the weekend."

Written by a female in recovery

Turning Challenges
Into Opportunities

At Hope at Hand, we don't want anyone to feel alone. We know how hard their lives can be. That's why we use poetry and art to help. We've been doing this for 15 years, and we know it works. We teach them, help them express themselves, and make them feel better about who they are.

Here's how we help:

Learn: We teach important life lessons.
Create: We use art and poetry to help them heal and say what they feel.
Overcome: We help them believe in themselves and dream big.

Want to help? With your support, more young voices can be heard, dreams can come true, and futures can look brighter. Want to know more? Learn more and find out how you can help. Our main goal? To turn feelings of being alone into feelings of hope, belief in oneself, and excitement for the future.

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Our Programming

POETRY FESTIVALS

Tailored therapeutic poetry lessons for at-risk youth.

ART INTEGRATION

Integrating creativity and art
for holistic healing.

SKILL WORKSHOPS

Lessons on coping methods, safe relationships, job skills, and more

The Cost of Inaction

Investing in our youth not only nurtures their individual potential but also yields long-term benefits for their future and the community at large. Not taking action can lead to: