UNIVERSE GIVES INC is a California Public Benefit Corporation 501 (c) 3.
We are a Nonprofit organization formed to foster alternative support systems addressing unique needs of individuals, their families, and the communities they live in.
We want to make it easy and fun for people of any age to learn how to relax creatively, how to relieve stress and how to enjoy themselves more on a regular basis with art, music and dance. We bring art supplies and rhythm instruments where people otherwise would have no access to them, but may need it the most! We work with public schools, senior centers, hospitals, and community parks.
We are a Nonprofit organization formed to foster alternative support systems addressing unique needs of individuals, their families, and the communities they live in.
We want to make it easy and fun for people of any age to learn how to relax creatively, how to relieve stress and how to enjoy themselves more on a regular basis with art, music and dance. We bring art supplies and rhythm instruments where people otherwise would have no access to them, but may need it the most! We work with public schools, senior centers, hospitals, and community parks.
OUR MISSION
To foster alternative support systems addressing unique needs of individuals, their families, and the communities they live in.
To present art and rhythm activities as beneficial practice
for kids, seniors, and people in recovery – improving their lives through Art & Rhythm
To positively impact the lives of individuals affected by stress by providing direct access to quality art and rhythm activities
in underserved and low income communities of Los Angeles County
To develop and implement innovative methods that strengthen relationships within families, and measurably reduce stress levels among the members of the community by delivering creative programs and stress relief workshops free of charge, or at a low cost.
To measurably lower the rates of suicide, depression, and substance abuse
in the low income areas of Los Angeles county
Because we strongly believe in the importance of wholesome recreation when it comes to emotional wellness, we strive to prevent illness and discomfort caused by constant stress and lack of joy by offering healthy stress relief alternatives in the form of our programs and creative workshops to those who need it the most.
To present art and rhythm activities as beneficial practice
for kids, seniors, and people in recovery – improving their lives through Art & Rhythm
To positively impact the lives of individuals affected by stress by providing direct access to quality art and rhythm activities
in underserved and low income communities of Los Angeles County
To develop and implement innovative methods that strengthen relationships within families, and measurably reduce stress levels among the members of the community by delivering creative programs and stress relief workshops free of charge, or at a low cost.
To measurably lower the rates of suicide, depression, and substance abuse
in the low income areas of Los Angeles county
Because we strongly believe in the importance of wholesome recreation when it comes to emotional wellness, we strive to prevent illness and discomfort caused by constant stress and lack of joy by offering healthy stress relief alternatives in the form of our programs and creative workshops to those who need it the most.
OUR VISION
LIFE IS ART. RHYTHM COMPENSATES.
To develop preventative support systems that allow individuals to grow, develop, and thrive
To foster creative wellness practices (art sessions, rhythm workshops, dance, creative meditation)
To improve the lives of people affected by stress, emotional or financial hardship (youth, veterans, seniors, individuals in recovery, underprivileged groups…)
To enrich the community at large by providing supportive services to individuals in search of personal improvement (personal transformation workshops, creative inspiration events, alternative education)
To support artistic communities by creating official alliances (supportive housing and services for the artists, affordable work spaces, neighborhood beautification programs)
To develop preventative support systems that allow individuals to grow, develop, and thrive
To foster creative wellness practices (art sessions, rhythm workshops, dance, creative meditation)
To improve the lives of people affected by stress, emotional or financial hardship (youth, veterans, seniors, individuals in recovery, underprivileged groups…)
To enrich the community at large by providing supportive services to individuals in search of personal improvement (personal transformation workshops, creative inspiration events, alternative education)
To support artistic communities by creating official alliances (supportive housing and services for the artists, affordable work spaces, neighborhood beautification programs)
OUR VALUES
The Arts
An act of producing imaginative and original works in any format is what we refer to as THE ARTS. Fine art, graphic and applied arts, music, dance and theater are the avenues we illuminate for the interested participants. We promote the benefits of practicing THE ARTS when it comes to individual development, personal growth, coping, rehabilitation, and prevention of illness or disorders.
An act of producing imaginative and original works in any format is what we refer to as THE ARTS. Fine art, graphic and applied arts, music, dance and theater are the avenues we illuminate for the interested participants. We promote the benefits of practicing THE ARTS when it comes to individual development, personal growth, coping, rehabilitation, and prevention of illness or disorders.
Self-Expression
Self-Expression is a fundamental human need that should not be suppressed! It should be carried out on multiple levels to ensure a natural energy flow through the body and the mind. Creative outlets such as poetry, art, music, and dance can allow for experiencing higher levels of self-awareness. Showing people different ways they can exercise their natural need for self-expression is what we do.
Self-Expression is a fundamental human need that should not be suppressed! It should be carried out on multiple levels to ensure a natural energy flow through the body and the mind. Creative outlets such as poetry, art, music, and dance can allow for experiencing higher levels of self-awareness. Showing people different ways they can exercise their natural need for self-expression is what we do.
Giving / Nurturing
Having access to mental and emotional nourishment is ultimately as important as having food and shelter. Nurturing one’s unique abilities can allow for true growth and self-improvement. Giving people more opportunities to be creative, joyful, interested, focused, and engaged is what we are aiming for with our creative programs.
Having access to mental and emotional nourishment is ultimately as important as having food and shelter. Nurturing one’s unique abilities can allow for true growth and self-improvement. Giving people more opportunities to be creative, joyful, interested, focused, and engaged is what we are aiming for with our creative programs.
Creativity
We are all creators of our own realities. We are born to create! Creativity must be nurtured in people of all ages. Finding new ways to exercise creativity leads to discovering new experiences, acquiring new skills, and producing new creative works of art. Creative thinking leads to problem solving and invention, while creative visualization is a vital skill when it comes to self-healing and manifesting desired change.
We are all creators of our own realities. We are born to create! Creativity must be nurtured in people of all ages. Finding new ways to exercise creativity leads to discovering new experiences, acquiring new skills, and producing new creative works of art. Creative thinking leads to problem solving and invention, while creative visualization is a vital skill when it comes to self-healing and manifesting desired change.
Fun / Recreation
Science proved that having fun allows for healthy cell regeneration in the body. Being in a state of joy and excitement opens energy portals in the mind that remain out of reach in any other mental state. Experiencing joy on a regular basis can prevent stress, depression, Alzheimer’s disease and many other ailments and disorders. There must be time allocated for fun and recreation to lead a balanced life.
Science proved that having fun allows for healthy cell regeneration in the body. Being in a state of joy and excitement opens energy portals in the mind that remain out of reach in any other mental state. Experiencing joy on a regular basis can prevent stress, depression, Alzheimer’s disease and many other ailments and disorders. There must be time allocated for fun and recreation to lead a balanced life.
Family / Community
A worldwide study on happiness showed that regardless of nationality, social status, religion, age, or sexual orientation, the happiest people are the ones living surrounded with close family and friends. Our families form our neighborhoods and the communities we live in. Our personal core values and beliefs originate from our families. Social skills, communication skills, and problem solving skills are first learned and applied within the family and carried out into the community. Improving the quality of life for individuals, their families and the communities they live in is where we focus our attention.
A worldwide study on happiness showed that regardless of nationality, social status, religion, age, or sexual orientation, the happiest people are the ones living surrounded with close family and friends. Our families form our neighborhoods and the communities we live in. Our personal core values and beliefs originate from our families. Social skills, communication skills, and problem solving skills are first learned and applied within the family and carried out into the community. Improving the quality of life for individuals, their families and the communities they live in is where we focus our attention.
Empowerment
Everyone is powerful in their own right. The experience of standing in one’s own power is an essential component of ultimate personal growth and well-being. Such empowering feelings are the effects of making creative choices and decisions that make one feel able and excited in the moment while feeling calm and safe within the realm of the creative process. We strive to deliver opportunities for these empowering feelings to be experienced by people through music and the arts.
Equity, Diversity and Inclusion
Universe Gives Inc. recognizes and respects individuals regardless of ethnicity, national origin, race, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, education, social class, and disability status.
Everyone is powerful in their own right. The experience of standing in one’s own power is an essential component of ultimate personal growth and well-being. Such empowering feelings are the effects of making creative choices and decisions that make one feel able and excited in the moment while feeling calm and safe within the realm of the creative process. We strive to deliver opportunities for these empowering feelings to be experienced by people through music and the arts.
Equity, Diversity and Inclusion
Universe Gives Inc. recognizes and respects individuals regardless of ethnicity, national origin, race, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, education, social class, and disability status.