ASI Newsletter Winter 2020

Dear Friends of ASI,  

First and foremost, we’d like to thank you all for your continued support and feedback throughout this year. ASI cannot continue to operate without you, so thank you. 

As we continue into the new year, we are excited to introduce many new classes and resources to students. Look out for these resources to be available on our website. 

Wishing you a healthy and happy holiday break. 

Our Plans for 2021

Safety of students and staff is our number one priority. In these uncertain times, Art Sphere will continue to provide families with free virtual classes, projects, and other resources. The ASI teams are regularly updating our YouTube channel and Tik Tok account with educational posts and resources. 

As we continue to navigate through the COVID-19 pandemic, we will still be unable to hold in-person classes or events. ASI teachers will be utilizing software to prepare live classes on our website along with other resources. 

MLK Day Volunteer Event

Celebrating Diversity in the Arts by sharing research on people who inspire!

Celebrate with ASI at our virtual volunteer event on January 18th by sharing stories about diversity in the arts and helping to create an arts curriculum that inspires youth through online research. We will be facilitating this virtual event using a shared drive and meeting online at Google Meets to volunteer with others.

Click here for more information about this volunteer opportunity.

 

Our New State Pages!

 

Check out ASI’s newest project, all about the US states! The states page features an interactive US map. When you click on one of the states, you’ll be taken to a corresponding page about that state, listing various facts including state population, state nicknames, etc. The state pages also include downloadable coloring pages!

 

Links to Free Resources

Art Sphere Inc. highly values the contributions and offerings of the countless organizations, learning institutions, and cultural establishments that enrich the multi-dimensional fabric of our communities. ASI’s newly updated Resources Page offers a variety of links to other websites with free art and educational-related projects. These links include resources to lesson plans, online classes, volunteer opportunities, and more!

Celebrate the Holidays with ASI! 

Explore new holiday handouts to help celebrate the holiday season, courtesy of ASI. 

Why Your Support is Needed

Please consider donating to Art Sphere, Inc. 

Art Sphere Inc. is volunteer run. We use donations to support our programs and to provide our students with take-home craft boxes filled with art supplies. We’ve found that when students have art supplies available, they are likely to share the lessons they learn at ASI programs with siblings, friends, and neighbors. 

The recent CARES Act legislation provides incentives to give in 2020. Non-itemizers can deduct $300 ($500 if filing jointly) for charitable contributions in 2020. The charitable deduction limit for itemizers was also increased up to 100% AGI. Please consult your tax professional for details. 

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