Making healing through the arts possible—not optional.
The Healing Arts Community Fund provides reimbursement for services like music therapy, visual art, and movement-based practices, ensuring access to care that supports the whole person. Our focus is simple: remove barriers and deliver real, meaningful support through the healing arts.
This work will bring together artists, healthcare providers, and community partners, creating a stronger, more connected system of care. We are beginning with pediatric patients and their families, with a vision to grow and reach more communities over time.
Eligibility & Criteria
Pediatric patients and their families. We plan to expand access to additional communities over time.
Who can apply
Reimbursement for services like music, art, movement, and other evidence-informed practices that nurture resilience and well-being.
What the Fund supports
We ask for a brief description of financial need and intended use. No extensive documentation required.
Needs-based approach
How funds can be used
Sessions with certified practitioners, community programs, or virtual sessions.
Funding limit
Up to $250 per person, based on available funds.
Application deadlines
March 15 · June 15 · September 15 · December 15
Your gift to the Healing Arts Community Fund helps children and families access the healing power of music, art, movement, and other creative practices, supporting resilience, well-being, and hope when it’s needed most. Every contribution makes an impact that can be seen, felt, and measured.
Frequently Asked Questions
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Healing arts are creative, holistic practices that support physical, mental, and emotional well-being.
These may include:
Creative therapies: Art, music, dance/movement, and poetry therapy
Expressive arts: Painting, drawing, creative writing
Performance-based practices: Therapeutic music or drama/theater
Holistic practices: Acupuncture, equine therapy and similar approaches -
Eligible services include sessions, classes, or programs that align with healing arts practices, such as:
Working with a certified or experienced practitioner
Participating in community-based or virtual programs
Individual or group healing arts experiences
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The Fund does not cover:
Traditional talk therapy or psychotherapy
Counseling services
Medical treatments
Individual caregiving or personal care services
This Fund is specifically for healing arts-based experiences and practices.
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The Fund provides reimbursement for approved healing arts services.
Applicants may request funding for one or multiple services, as long as:
The total request stays within the $250 per-person limit
The services align with eligible healing arts practices
Funding is based on availability.
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Yes. The application includes a short section to describe financial need and how the funds will be used. Detailed financial documentation is not required.
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Yes. Your information is kept confidential and used internally only.
We collect basic information to better understand who we are serving and to support future funding opportunities. This helps us expand access and reach more individuals in the community. We do not share personal information publicly.