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Save the Best for Last

Kids who have experienced trauma have a hard time feeling safe. At our arts camps, campers feel safe to express themselves, be themselves and explore who they will become. This young man was scared to share at first, but with the support of our community, he shared his original rap with a crowd! Elevate and […]

Shoot love, not bullets.

No matter what they’ve experienced, our kids are hopeful, and they dream of a brighter future for all of Chicago. At camp this year, young people made banners about issues that are important to them – from schools to reducing gun violence to being smoke-free – and led a demonstration through our offices. Our arts […]

#GivingTuesday 2017

Through her experience at art camp, this youth learned a new way to express her feelings, make connections and have fun. YOUR support today makes this healing possible! Make a #GivingTuesday donation in her honor now. The Life I am smart and caring I wonder if I’m ugly I hear people talking I see bullies […]

#GivingTuesday | Kathy

This #GivingTuesday, Kaleidoscope is asking our supporters to help fund our Winter Arts Camp for the children and young people we serve. Through a week-long session over winter break, our therapists and local artists will expose our clients to new art mediums, help them heal and express themselves creatively, and provide a safe place for […]

#GivingTuesday | Beth

This #GivingTuesday, Kaleidoscope is asking our supporters to help fund our Winter Arts Camp for the children and young people we serve. Through a week-long session over winter break, our therapists and local artists will expose our clients to new art mediums, help them express themselves creatively, and provide a safe place for them to […]