Artists Needed for Fun Networking Gallery/Event!
HALO NYC is currently looking for artists who are interested in sharing a piece of their work at upcoming events. Artists will have the opportunity to showcase a piece and participate in a Q and A session. A wonderful opportunity to meet other artists and network with guests, while helping a great cause! The next event will be Monday, July 29th at 7pm at the Nightingale Lounge.
Donations will be collected to benefit HALO NYC (please find additional information below).
If you are interested in participating or have any questions, please contact Jaymie Jenks at jaymiejenks@haloworldwide.org.
About Our Organization
The HALO Foundation The HALO Foundation is committed to enhancing the living conditions and providing art therapy for orphans worldwide. HALO provides American youth with opportunities to learn philanthropy and volunteerism by giving them the opportunity to make a difference to children around the world.
Children supported by HALO are provided food, water, shelter, clothing, education, and art therapy. HALO works with orphanages in Mexico, India, Uganda, Kenya, Nicaragua and residential homes in the United States. Youth from these homes submit their artwork to be sold at events in the United States, and aid in raising funds for continued support.
HALO NYC: HALO NYC, run completely by volunteers, is thrilled to be starting in New York City. We are committed to planning fundraisers to benefit the Baraka Home in Naibor, Kenya. The HALO Foundation currently supports 32 children in the home, providing beds, school fees, tuition and funding for basic needs. We will also be hosting fun workshops and events for New York City youth to connect them to children around the world and give them the opportunity to make a difference.
Goals of HALO NYC:
- Broaden the world-view of NYC youth and give them the tools and opportunities to make a difference.
- Empower the youth of the Baraka home to reach their goals.
- Provide an outlet for volunteers of New York to use their unique talents and skills to make a difference to youth around the world.
