Our Journey & Purpose

DrawBridge offers free expressive arts programs for children experiencing housing instability. Grounded in trauma-informed and culturally responsive practices, our programs foster creativity, resilience, and a sense of belonging.

Building on 36 years of trusted community service, our 2025–2027 strategic plan focuses on expanding our services, strengthening program quality, introducing teen services, enhancing board leadership, improving impact measurement, and securing sustainable resources. Guided by a phased, mindful growth approach, we aim to deepen our impact, amplify participant voices, and ensure long-term financial and organizational health—so that every child has access to safe, creative spaces where their voices are valued, their artistic expression flourishes, their inherent strengths shine, and meaningful connections with peers and community take root.

Who We Are

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Volunteer

DrawBridge volunteers are part of a caring and committed community that support our art programs.
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Our Programs

DrawBridge has served more than 40,000 children and families in Bay Area communities over the past 30 years.
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Donate Now

Your gift supports expressive arts programming that directly benefits the communities we serve.
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What We Do

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WHAT WE DO

 

DrawBridge has been offering free expressive arts programs for children experiencing housing instability and under-resourced circumstances for over 35 years. Grounded in trauma-informed and community- responsive practice, our programs create the conditions for every participating child and community to experience personal agency and authentic creative expression.