“Urban ArtWorks gave me a purpose, a job, and a place I needed to be. I was taught accountability and to ask for help if I was struggling. My experience also instilled a responsibility in me to reciprocate. Having people outside your family invested in you means so much, even if at the time you don’t quite understand it. This propels me now as an adult to advise young leaders to think of their future. We want our youth to think beyond themselves as part of a much larger setting. By giving young people the tools to communicate what they need, they’ll be able to go into the world and help their peers and community.”

“This program has had a big impact on me especially during the pandemic because it has given me a sense of community even when I felt isolated at home.”

“Our new mural is complete, and all we can say is wow! The youth artists from Urban ArtWorks finished it up last week and it looks incredible! This mural adds so much color and joy to our campus, and we know it will bring a smile to the face of staff and clients when they see it. Thank you to all of the wonderful folks at Urban Artworks for bringing this vision to life!”

“Urban Artworks and the people who are part of the organization have always been invested in my growth and I really appreciate the opportunity to be around professional artists and a wide variety of people.”

“I met a lot of good people within my own community, and I’m looking at life in a different view.”

“Thank you endlessly for bringing this vision to life – it is absolutely amazing. Everyone can’t stop smiling! I hope we collaborate again in the future. A huge thank you for making this happen in such a short timeline, so grateful to you and your team.”