Success!

The HeARTfull Expressions event was a success!!

WE raised $1,562. 20, plus a few boxes full of art supplies!!!

I feel so much gratitude for the vendors believing in this cause and really making this event come to life. Each of you really added to this event with your unique personalities and talents. Thank you so much!!

My family and friends volunteered their time and efforts to bring all the details together. From the baking, shopping, and preparing food to the greeting people, stacking chairs and arranging tables; they really jumped in and made the event seamless! Thank you all for all the big and little things you did to make this a wonderful event!

In the end it doesn't only matter how much money was raised; there is so much more to success than money. I have met such amazing people on this journey. Business people who were encouraging and helpful and giving. Strangers who became friends and cheerleaders for the event. New ideas for art projects have started to emerge. Hearts and minds are being opened to possibilities. New relationships have formed.

More than anything, we built awareness about Free Arts Minnesota. I do think people believe in or are beginning to believe in the healing powers of artistic expression. I do believe the ripples from this event will reach beyond where I can see. I do believe there is more to be done. I do believe the planning for the 2nd annual HeARTfull Expressions Event will begin soon.

It may take one person to have an idea, but it takes a community to make it work!

Thank you!!!