Nonprofit & Event Programming
Creative Connections for Every Community
Art has the power to heal, connect, and regulate. Through Jumpstart Art’s nonprofit and community programming, Freddie the Bus brings accessible, research-informed creativity to schools, family centers, and organizations across the Mid-South.
Creative expression strengthens emotional intelligence, builds resilience, and cultivates joy. Each Jumpstart Art program is rooted in social-emotional learning (SEL), emphasizing process over product. Our goal is to make art a bridge to healing, belonging, and growth.
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Program Themes
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Mighty Fine Motors
Fine motor meets fine art. Kids twist, pinch, and build with clay, rubber bands, and other hands-on media that spark both skill and creativity. It’s how tiny hands make big moves.
Ages: 3+
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Together Is Better
Crafted for connection, this family-friendly program turns together time into creative time. Think walking sticks, shared canvases, and collaborative projects that spark conversation and belonging.
Ages: 3+
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Art Spark
Ignite your inner light. Through self-portraits, symmetry collages, mosaics, and masks, participants explore storytelling, self-worth, and the art of authentic self-expression.
Ages: 8+
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Name It to Tame It
Big feelings meet big creativity. Inspired by Diane Alber’s A Little Spot of... series, this program helps kids identify and express emotions through color, craft, and mindful making.
Ages: 3+
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HeARTwork
Mend with meaning. Participants create memory boxes, expressive journals, and keepsake collages to process emotions and promote healing through art.
Ages: 5+
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ContemplARTive Practice (adult-focused)
Mindful making for grown-up hearts. Slow down, tune in, and reflect through paper weaving, journaling, or garden-inspired art that mirrors the rhythm of life.
Ages: 105 and down
Info for Funders, Donors, and Partners
Partnerships make this program possible. From supply sponsorships to community activations, your support helps Jumpstart Art reach more children and families who may not otherwise have access to arts education.
By investing in Jumpstart Art, you’re helping to:
Expand arts accessibility in underserved neighborhoods
Strengthen emotional wellness through creativity
Support education, confidence, and social connection
Create moments of joy that last well beyond the project