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arts & entertaInment

Lighthouse ArtCenter Receives A $42k Grant To Expand

Free Art Classes For Individuals With Special Needs

Lighthouse ArtCenter “We are thrilled to expand our special needs art classes For All, ensures access to art for everyone, including
(LAC) is pleased to thanks to the generous support of the Cultural Council veterans, individuals with special needs, at-risk children
announce a $42,000 grant of Palm Beach County and the Frederick A. DeLuca and adolescents, seniors, and economically disadvantaged
to expand free art classes Foundation,” said Jeni Licata, executive director at individuals. With a focus on community collaboration,
for youth and adults with Lighthouse ArtCenter. “These classes play a crucial role Lighthouse ArtCenter runs sixteen art outreach programs
special needs. Awarded in our Art For All outreach programs, which aim to make in partnership with ten local organizations.
through the Cultural art accessible to underserved populations and contribute to For more information about Lighthouse ArtCenter’s
Council of Palm Beach their education, skill development, and overall well-being.” special needs programs and how to get involved, visit https://
County’s Arts & Cultural Lighthouse ArtCenter’s art outreach initiative, Art lighthousearts.org/our-classes/special-needs-classes/.
Education Fund, this two-
year grant spans through
May 2026, allowing LAC
to increase its support for this important community
initiative.
In 2009, thanks to the generosity and vision of Doctors
Vince and Anne Palumbo, Lighthouse ArtCenter launched
The Olivia Palumbo Special Needs Art Class, inspired
by their granddaughter, which provided free monthly art
classes to individuals with special needs. With the new Upscale Resale
funding, these classes will now be held weekly, opening
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“It has always been our long-term goal to offer weekly
rather than once-a-month classes. This grant will make 4031 Hood Rd., Suite C-108
this dream come true,” Anne Palumbo explained. “It is Palm Beach Gardens, FL 33410
especially meaningful because those we serve flourish
most readily with familiar environments and routine. It
is also a boon to their caregivers, who can count on a Susan
few hours off each week, knowing their loved ones are
enjoying a safe and enriching experience.”
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with special needs improve social skills, self-expression, and
self-esteem and reduce stress. They also foster community
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Participants in the youth classes engage in various art
projects using pencils, crayons, colored pencils, markers,
watercolor paints, and tempera paints. Similarly, adult
students explore these mediums while working on projects 10%
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