The grant I received from the Pollination Project spurred me into really taking on this project and turning the idea of doing it into the reality. There were times in the application process when I really didn’t believe I would get the grant and I mostly gave up on the idea altogether, but support and encouragement came anyway. TPP believed that this project was worth doing and that I could make it happen, and that vote of confidence came as a shock.
Margaret Grafstein, Restorative Alignment Yoga Classes for Young Women , Oaxaca, Mexico
🌟 April, National Volunteer Month 🌟 Celebrating our family of Grant Advisors 🌟
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At The Pollination Project, we believe in the transformative power of artistic and cultural expression to drive positive change in communities worldwide. Behind every successful project and impactful changemaker lies the guidance and expertise of our esteemed grant advisors in the Art & Culture focus area.
Their dedication and insight have been instrumental in helping us support artistic and cultural endeavors across the globe.
Today, we extend our heartfelt gratitude to our grant advisors for their invaluable contributions in fostering creativity, diversity, and innovation in the realm of art and culture. Together, we continue to empower changemakers who are shaping a more vibrant and inclusive world through their creative endeavors.
🔸 Liza Villegas (Mexico)
🔸 Rachel Gunther (USA
🔸 Fred Batale (Uganda)
🔸 Ernest Alphonso Olayemise Allen (UK)
🔸 Rachelle Gray (USA)
🔸 Laicey Gibby-Brown (USA)
🔸 Monika Pozek (Spain)
🔸 Yuki Jackson (USA)
🔸 Maulidi Hamisi Winyaiki (Kenya)
@lizadigeorgina
@madkolektiv
@yukijacksonpoet
@kishokayouthorg
@maestro_music_services
@ladygraysgarden
@batalefred
@uckylaicem
🧡 Empowering Change Through Creative Kids Crafts & Art: A Story of Transformation in Gidan-Kwano 🧡
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The project "Creative Kids Crafts & Art" is an after-school program based in Gidan-Kwano, Nigeria, tailored to foster creativity and instigate change among 50 children aged 5 to 12 from an underprivileged community. Led by seasoned artists and educators, the program offers a platform for creative exploration, hands-on activities, mentorship, and personal growth. The primary objective is to empower children by providing a secure and encouraging environment equipped with all the essential resources.
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🌟 Thanks to the support from the TPP grant, "Creative Kids Crafts & Art" has made significant strides in its mission. By engaging the children in creative arts exploration, hands-on activities, mentorship, and personal development sessions, the program has facilitated the cultivation of artistic and problem-solving skills among its participants. Furthermore, it has underscored the transformative potential of art as a catalyst for societal change.
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🌟 The program has not only empowered the children to express themselves innovatively but has also enabled them to participate in community exhibitions, fostering newfound confidence and self-esteem. Additionally, by involving educators from nearby schools, the project has extended its impact, enhancing local teaching capacities.
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In essence, the TPP grant has been instrumental in enabling "Creative Kids Crafts & Art" to make a positive and enduring impact on the lives of these children, bridging educational disparities and advocating for the transformative power of art within Gidan-Kwano and beyond.
#art #education #creativity #thepowerofart #change #heartivism #seedgrants
🌟 April, National Volunteer Month 🌟 Celebrating our family of Grant Advisors 🌟
EDUCATION & SCHOOL 📚
🎉 Today we celebrate our incredible grant advisors in the Education & School focus area! 📚 With their invaluable guidance, we`ve been able to support students and education initiatives spanning the globe, nurturing innovation and fostering positive change.
👉🏽 Join us in expressing gratitude to these dedicated individuals whose expertise propels our efforts forward and enriches the lives of countless learners worldwide! 🌍🌟
Michael Abdullahi (Nigeria)
Gihana Jackson (Rwanda)
Dan Jetter (USA)
Agbor Solomon Eneke (Cameroon)
Sophia Hanson (USA)
Joseph Obore (Uganda)
Frank Rimler (USA)
Stephanie Scott (Ecuador)
Logan McFadden (USA)
Aaron Kapesa (Malawi)
Shenika Jackson (USA)
Emmanuel Nuvalga (Nigeria)
Benson Onyango (Uganda)
Kennedy Onyango Odera (Kenya)
@abdull_michael @aaronkapesa @enuvalga @jacksongihana @joseph_obore @myfssgs @NationalYouthFoundation @build_repair_grow
#education #schools #grantmaking #grantadvisors #volunteerwork #empoweringstudents
🌱 Empowering Indigenous Women through Regenerative Farming: Give Back to the Source.
Give Back to the Source is a transformative project aimed at supporting regenerative farming practices in Suchitepequez, Guatemala, while establishing a dedicated women`s eco-artisan center. Thanks to a TPP seed grant, they were able to take the first steps towards establishing the center and convened with a group of indigenous women to plan the next phase of their bamboo craft program. They are dedicated to empowering these women economically, ensuring they have the tools and knowledge to thrive independently. With a lined-up order of bamboo curtains, the women will receive mentorship to complete their first collective sale, marking a significant step towards sustainable self-sufficiency.
@givebacktothesource
#indigenouswomen #womenempowerment #Guatemala #mentorship #grantmaking #artisan #heartivism
