HOPE worldwide is an international 501c3 nonprofit organization that aims at changing lives by harnessing the compassion and commitment of dedicated staff and volunteers to deliver sustainable, high-impact, community-based services.
Their Disaster Recovery team has collaborated with the American Red Cross to bring a Thomas Fire and Debris Flow Recovery Program to Ventura County, called SPARK Academy (Special Program for Arts Resiliency for Kids). This program is in response to the ongoing needs children and families are still facing due to the impact of the Thomas Fire and mudslides.
The SPARK Academy provides a safe environment using various interactive approaches including art and play therapy techniques to help K – 5th grade students express feelings, struggles and fears that may be occurring. At Mission Church, 5353 Walker Street, from 10:00am – 1:00pm for a total of five sessions; Five Saturdays: 9/7, 9/14, 9/21, 9/28, and 10/5. SPARK is 100% free to all participants. Luz Diaz at [email protected] or Dana Taylor at [email protected].
