No art experience is required.  The bags are thoughtfully curated for accessiblity. Supplies are easy to carry and store. Supplies can be used for drawing, writing, coloring or painting. Each kit varies depending on donations, supply stock, and volunteer curation. 

Possible kit contents:

• Sketchbook 

• Journal

• Assorted colored markers

• Colored pencils

• Pencil sharpener and eraser

• Pens 

• Small watercolor or paint set

• Paintbrushes

• Reusable carrying bag

Creativity gives us ways to express ourselves, process our experiences, build skills, connect with others, and simply experience the joy of making something.

Research on the homelessness participating in creative expression as drawing or paining provides improvements in mental health such as stress reduction, relaxation, emotional release, self-esteem, agency, knowledge and enhances cognitive function.

Arts-and-homelessness practitioners also increasingly recognize that support doesn't always happen in a hierarchy where creativity comes only after every other need has been solved. People may need opportunities for expression, connection, and meaningful activity alongside other forms of support.