


Transformative
Learning
Opportunities
for KIDS
+ adults who are invested in them


Signature
Programs
Research shows that our basic human need for connection drives much of our behavior and influences our sense of identity. By infusing our lives with access to creative play embedded in opportunities for structured skill development, we can increase an individual's motivation, agency, awareness, resilience, and overall sense of well-being. We're on a mission to ensure that more children, educators, and families get access to these important tools... ultimately creating a more just, equitable, and hopeful future for all of us.
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Our programs empower kids and educators to develop a deeper connection to their unique learning process through dynamic creative investigation and scaffolded community development. We have four signature programs running in schools, after school, and summer camp that support TK-8 grade learners. You can see a glimpse of these programs below. We also have a series of projects and longterm partnerships that allow us to provide custom programs, professional development, and various consulting relationships on a regular basis. Alongside our work in community arts, and intersecting with it, we continue to support families and organizations in the neurodivergent space.
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We are in our 11th year of school based programming. For over a decade we have partnered with schools, districts, nonprofits and families to provide meaningful arts integrated programs for youth of all ages. Many of these programs have been one-of-a-kind. During this process, however, we have discovered some common themes and tools that all children (and many adults) need repeated exposure to. Below is an overview of some of the signature programs we have developed over the years in response to these findings. While each one is nuanced, all of our programs nurture creative skills, strengthen social-emotional intelligence, and foster growth mindset thinking in pivotal ways.

Little hearts
Pre-School Program


A TK Program
that builds
Creativity + Character
through process-based art
"I found the heARTful Kids programming to be extremely inspiring. Vita and her team covered essential concepts in the field of arts that helped pave the way for our students to blossom with their own creative expressions. "
-Tany B.
Community Partner, Nonprofit Director

heARTFUL LEADERS
6-8th Grade Program
Camps or
After School

An Advanced
+ Adaptable
Creativity + Character
Curriculum


"Every lesson that Heartful Kids teaches has clear intentions and learning goals. Their ability to facilitate positive classroom management practices has been impressive to our me as they able to meet the specific needs and learning styles of their students."
-Alyssa, 3rd Grade Teacher at Daniel Webster


In Oakland
+ San Francisco
SUMMER CAMPS
For Rising 1st-9th Grade


Not Just an
Art Camp
We use art to
Build leaders
and co-create a culture of
belonging, courage,
+ kindness.

"This was such a special experience. My daughter connected so deeply with your staff and had such a good time. I can definitely see an increase in her confidence after only a week!"
-Erica, Mom of 2nd grader

Synergistic
Impact
Partnerships
Much of our impact over the years is made possible by our longstanding community partnerships. Outside of these partnerships, we regularly collaborate with other organizations to bring a variety of trainings, workshops, and community events to life. From family art popups and art workshops to school-based programs and professional development trainings, we know how to create meaningful and fun educational experiences. When exploring potential partnerships, we look for organizations that share our values and a desire to make positive change in the lives of kids, families, and educators. Sound like you? Let's collaborate!


Scenes of Joy
heArtful kids has served thousands of kids in meaningful ways.
Is your community next?
from our signature Creativity + Character programs



Universal art tools for making our ideas visual.

Our bridge class from FORMing Trust Unit to COLORful Imagination.

from FORMing Trustworthiness Unit



Blending Form and Color

Intro to COLORful Imagination unit



Showcase 2016




Leaving our judgements behind...
“Look around! Everything is ART!”
Simon, Age 5
“When I grow up, I want to teach art because there is always something new to learn."
Hailin, Age 5


















