0 About Artists Gallery Events Bands Get Involved Shop Donate Become an Artist CFC Cause Week: Arts and Humanities (#12865) October 18, 2021 Arts of Life is proud to participate once again in the Combined Federal Campaign (CFC). Each year federal employees and retirees make a commitment to the nonprofit sector through this charitable giving drive. Launched by President Kennedy in 1961, the CFC is one of the largest programs of its kind in the world. The results have been staggering, Since the inception of CFC, civilian and military federal employees collectively donated more than $8.5 billion to nonprofits across the US. Each week of the campaign organizers highlight different causes and this week is Arts and Humanities. We will be representing Arts of Life in virtual discussions about challenges in our community and what Arts of Life is doing to combat the issue. Inclusive art-making is increasingly regarded as a best practice in the field of disability and an invaluable tool for promoting skill development, confidence, self-esteem, and economic participation. The arts also provide meaningful social engagement and community inclusion, which is particularly important for adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities. However the job opportunities available in Illinois remain extremely limited, failing to recognize potential entrepreneurial career paths for residents with disabilities. Arts of Life combats these archaic systems by supporting our artists in honing their creative practices, developing their leadership skills, showcasing their abilities, and facilitating the exhibition and sale of their artwork. Do you have a friend or family who works for the federal government? Please consider letting them know why you think Arts of Life is a great nonprofit to support. With the option of payroll or annuity deductions, donors can have a large impact by donating a smaller amount each pay period. Think about this… WITH $5 PER MONTH, YOU CAN GIVE PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT – supporting a year of workshops and opportunities for one artist. WITH $10 PER MONTH, YOU CAN GIVE CONNECTION – providing the zoom accounts needed for one month’s curator talks, poetry club meetings, museum tours, and so much more. WITH $25 PER MONTH, YOU CAN GIVE A RIDE – providing transportation to/from the studio for an artist for one year. WITH $50 PER MONTH, YOU CAN GIVE STAFF SUPPORT – making up the gap in state funding for one month for one artist. WITH $100 PER MONTH, YOU CAN GIVE SUPPLIES – covering the art supplies and canvases needed to support 60 artists in their creative practices. Donations of all sizes support the careers and professional development of 60+ talented artists. Recent News Meet Our New Board Member – Julie Gustafson November 3, 2021 Meet Our New Board Member – Mina Hamburg October 29, 2021 CFC Cause Week: Arts and Humanities (#12865) October 18, 2021 Shop Buddy! October 14, 2021 Creativity Extends to our Corporate Partners October 8, 2021 Filter by Category Announcements Artist Events General Music Online Gallery Press Volunteers Chicago Studio 2010 W Carroll Ave Chicago, IL 60612 (312) 829-2787 North Shore Studio 1963 Johns Drive Glenview, IL 60025 (847) 486-0808 Studio Artists Gallery Events Bands About Who We Are Our Team News FAQs Annual Reports Contact Get Involved Remote Programming Become A Studio Artist Employment Opportunities Volunteer Community Partners Executive Board Associate Board Every contribution counts, yours can too! Donate Now Interested in joining the studio? Become an Artist Sign up for our newsletter Sign Up Arts of Life is a registered 501(c)3 | EIN: 36-4284473 | Combined Federal Campaign (CFC) Code: 12865 Partners This program is partially funded by support from the following organizatons: