Bihlhaus Arts is raising money to expand arts and creative media offerings to our military veterans in San Antonio, Texas.
Bihl Haus Arts
Bihl Haus Arts is a non-profit organization in San Antonio, Texas, dedicated to fostering personal, social, and cultural growth through the arts. We provide accessible arts programming, including free art classes for senior citizens and veterans, monthly exhibitions showcasing local artists, and the annual On and Off Fred Studio Tour. Our mission is to build community and promote artistic excellence while serving those who have served our country.
Veterans often face unique challenges in transitioning to civilian life, including physical and emotional trauma, social isolation, and difficulty finding purpose in civilian careers. Art therapy and creative expression have been proven effective tools for healing and well-being. Our current "Forward Arts" program serves veterans through three in-person classes (painting, open studio, and photography) and two online courses (painting and drawing) designed for COVID-sensitive veterans and those with mobility issues due to combat injuries.
However, we have identified a significant gap in our services: working veterans who cannot attend our current daytime classes due to employment commitments. Additionally, many veterans have expressed interest in three-dimensional art forms, particularly ceramics, as a therapeutic medium for processing trauma and developing new skills. This expansion will directly address these unmet needs in our veteran community.
What will $10,000 in funding support:
Expand our existing veterans art program, "Forward Arts," at Bihl Haus Arts inlcuding offering evening classes for working veterans, quarterly clay workshops and producing a podcast sharing veteran's stories.
Every contribution, big or small, makes a real impact. Even just a few dollars can help move this mission forward and continue providing free workshops for our veterans.
If you can’t donate right now, sharing this fundraiser is also incredibly helpful. Thank you so much for your kindness and generosity.
BihlHaus Arts: https://bihlhausarts.org/
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