News from Arts Bridging the Gap

ARTS BRIDGING THE GAP - HONORED TO RECOGNIZED - GIVING OUR CHILDREN A VOICE. We are not usually the type to sell our own press but... We are very excited to say we have been officially acknowledged by the California State Assembly, The US House of Reps and the LA City Council for our work with children. As part of the United Chambers of Commerce Inspirational Women's Luncheon our founder Georgia VanCuylenburg was given the chance to speak about the importance of giving our communities a voice, of having everyone know their story and of everyone doing what they can to change that story. We want to thank the Chamber for this honor and are so grateful for a day to speak on behalf of all of our children The most exciting part of this recognition for us is the credibility and  possibility this opens up to do more good for our kids. And if you want to hear Georgia talk about why that is so very important you can watch here:

We are so honored to have you on our team for 2017!! We are very excited for all the little (and big) lives we can play a part in changing this year and look forward to sharing the journey with you all. In 2017 we are focusing our efforts on four projects that, we believe, will have the greatest impact on the children and communities we serve. We are honored to be partnering with a number of incredible organizations to make these programs a reality. Below are the four programs. If any of these spark joy in you then I invite and welcome you to get involved as a volunteer, champion or however you would like - it's going to be a fun ride!!   Hands up for the Arts - Street Art Initiative With the children and officers of the Hollywood Police Activities  League and the office of Council District 4 we are creating a road map of street art piece designed and created by the kids in Hollywood. We now know this experience provides ownership...

These faces are happy because of you!! The whole ABG team have been on an incredible high since December 5th - and not just the adrenaline overdose my body is still sorting out!! We are so bursting with gratitude for the incredible support that our community showed and the way that over 1000 people decided they wanted to do something to change the lives of children living in poverty! We exceeded our fundraising goal by over $11,000 - raising   $35,321   and we had  over 1000 unique donations which to us is the most magical part! And on a side note - I kinda survived the swim. My goal was to finish in 10 hours and I'm so happy to say it only took 8.5 very grueling but amazing hours! I can honestly say it was one of the most challenging and rewarding experiences of my entire life and you guys kept me going!! So we really wanted to say more than 'Thank you' but we haven't invented the word that quite captures it yet!! I am so ...