For more than 35 years, DrawBridge has been a trusted presence in Bay Area communities, offering free, accessible art programs to children experiencing adversity. We bring creative expression directly into shelters, transitional housing sites, schools, and community centers, removing barriers to participation and ensuring every child has a safe place to express their full agency and create. Our groups are intentionally process-oriented, focusing not on the final product but on the freedom and joy of self-expression. In these spaces, children find respite from instability and stress, build resilience, and develop confidence. Week after week, our reliable presence becomes a steady source of support, cultivating belonging and trust while honoring the individuality of every child. By centering agency, cultural responsiveness, and respect in everything we do, DrawBridge nurtures each child’s authentic voice and celebrates the transformative power of art as a vital tool for healing. As we grow, we remain rooted in our core values: access without barriers, joy through creativity, and child-centered care.