Art Rx for Madison County NC - Supplies for Dreaming

My name is Betsy Lederer, and I am a Del Ray Artisans (DRA) member. I live in Northern VA, but my daughter and her family live in Marshall, NC. Her town and their close-knit community were devastated catastrophically by Hurricane Helene.

It has been seven weeks since the storm, and they have made unbelievable progress. Marshall is truly amazing! They are finally seeing their way to the bottom of the mud, but there is a huge need for creative outlets.

My daughter reached out for a friend who lost her home. Her friend received assistance for the basics but was looking for "supplies for dreaming" - watercolor paints, brushes, paper, yarn, crocheting, and felting. I sent down a small care package, but I knew we could do so much more.

As a grandmother living in VA, I was frustrated that I couldn't help with the backbreaking clean-up efforts, so I'm truly excited about this opportunity to make a difference. There are so many creative people down in the NC mountains who could use some art therapy! It would also give them an opportunity to make gifts for their loved ones and maybe even earn a little cash.

I am raising money for the Madison County Arts Council and elementary schools hit especially hard by Helene - Brush Creek and Hot Springs. Please note in your comments if you have a preference on which organization(s) receives your funds, or if you have a preference on which type of art supplies you would like to donate.

Please give what you can. Marshall is resilient and creative. Every dollar will go towards the people who are in need.

Thank you in advance!

Betsy