There’s no denying the power of art — especially when it comes to kids’ creativity. Basel Buddies, a Miami-based 501c3 charitable organization founded by sisters-in-law Manoela and Tori Burstyn, is ensuring children from all backgrounds have beneficial creative outlets.
“Basel Buddies came about during the pandemic when I was able to provide an outlet of creativity for my children at home,” Manoela says. “This got me thinking about the underprivileged community that didn’t have the same opportunities as my kids and how I wanted to change that for them.”
The organization partners with local and well-known artists to create one-of- a-kind artworks that raise funds for troubled children to explore creative passions. “We believe providing kids with a creative outlet gives them the chance to explore their emotions, develop self-awareness, learn how to cope with stress, boost their self-esteem, and expand their social skills,” Manoela explains. “We also donate art supplies to various organizations so kids can get creative on their own time.”
To learn more, visit baselbuddies.org.
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