Grantee Database

Grant Year

2025-26

Grant Program

Arts and Youth

Award Amount

$18,500.00

Project Description

With support from the California Arts Council, GIVE 4 KIDZ will expand its Art & Me program to serve more youth ages 2 to 21 in underserved communities across the Inland Empire and Downtown Los Angeles. Free workshops—offered in neighborhoods with a Healthy Place Index score of 20 or below—will engage youth in culturally affirming art experiences such as watercolor, acrylics, ceramics, clay sculpting, drawing, and sensory-based slime making. CAC funds will support program growth through teaching artist fees, inclusive art supplies, and ADA-compliant community venues. This initiative promotes safe, healing-centered environments where young people can build confidence, explore identity, and strengthen their connection to culture through the arts.

Organization Summary

Give 4 Kidz is dedicated to empowering young creatives through two main programs: ‘Art & Me’ and ‘Story Corner’. The ‘Art & Me’ program aims to nurture and support youth by offering them free art materials, workshops, events, and exhibitions. We are proud to collaborate with local artists and organizations that share our vision.

The second program, ‘Story Corner’, caters to young individuals with a passion for creative writing. We provide a supportive environment where they can explore their creativity, acquire new skills, and connect with like-minded peers. Through this program, we offer access to writing supplies, events, and workshops led by experienced writers. Our aim is to inspire and foster a love for writing among youth. In this endeavor, we are delighted to partner with local bookstores, authors, and libraries.

At Give 4 Kidz, our mission extends beyond traditional boundaries. We strive to reach all children who possess a love for the arts, regardless of their socio-economic backgrounds. To achieve this, we extend our services to family homeless shelters and underserved communities in California. Additionally, we have created remote participation opportunities to ensure inclusivity for all kids. Our goal is to overcome socio-economic challenges and provide equal access to our programs.

By embracing diversity and focusing on the potential within each child, Give 4 Kidz is committed to nurturing the creative spirit and enabling young individuals to thrive in the arts.

Organization

Give 4 Kidz

Address

16580 BONANZA DR

RIVERSIDE

92504-5719

County

Riverside

Region

Inland Empire

Phone

(951) 345-9726

Congressional District

42

State Assembly District

59

State Senate District

31

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