Join Us in Sowing the Seeds of Peace and Creativity!

Dear Friends,

At Carpenter Art Garden, we believe that every child is an artist, and every tile, brushstroke, or mindful moment can bring peace and unity. That’s why we’re excited to introduce the Seeds of Peace program—a dynamic initiative where creativity, mindfulness, and connection to the earth inspire a more harmonious future.

What is Seeds of Peace?

Seeds of Peace is an innovative program initiative that empowers young people to use art and mindfulness as tools for growth and change. Through creating mosaic and tile works, crafting pottery, and learning about the garden and its life cycles, students discover the power of connection—to themselves, to others, and to the world around them.

This program is about more than making art; it’s about cultivating thoughtful, empathetic creators. By engaging in collaborative projects, students learn mindfulness practices that strengthen their focus, reduce stress, and help them channel their creativity into building peace within their communities.

How Your Support Helps

Your contributions will help us provide the tools and resources to inspire these young artists. Together, we can:

• Offer workshops in mosaic and pottery-making with skilled artists.
• Provide materials like tiles, clay, and gardening supplies.
• Integrate lessons on mindfulness and nature into every activity.
• Fund garden-based art installations to share their peaceful creations with the community.

Why This Matters

Art and nature are powerful catalysts for personal and community transformation. Mosaic work teaches patience and persistence, pottery connects students with the tactile and grounding experience of creation, and mindfulness practices encourage emotional resilience. By connecting with the garden, students learn the cycles of growth and renewal, inspiring hope and a deeper appreciation for the earth and its gifts.

Join Us in Growing the Future

Together, we can plant the seeds of peace and cultivate a generation of young artists who believe in their power to shape the world. Your support makes all the difference in bringing this vision to life.

Donate today to help us build a community where every tile and seed tells a story of peace and possibility.

🌿 Together, we create. Together, we grow. 🌿

With gratitude,

V. Anasha Chavez- Asforis

Executive Director
Carpenter Art Garden