Big Thought

We empower and equip youth to create their best lives and a better world. Big Thought empowers and equips youth to Create Great.

We work with youth to channel their voice and creativity into shaping their best lives and a better world. Throughout our 30+ year history of innovation, Big Thought has become a national model in arts education, out of school time systems, summer learning and juvenile justice intervention. Now we’re one of six community partnerships in the U.S. helping scale national best practices in Social and Emotional Learning (SEL).

06/17/2026

Calling all young professionals and emerging leaders! 🚀

Join Big Thought's Community Action Team (CAT) for a Professional Power Session designed to help you strengthen your career skills, expand your network, and connect with other ambitious young professionals.

📅 June 26, 2026
⏰ 5:30 PM – 7:30 PM
📍 Dallas College – Bill J. Priest Center

Don't miss this opportunity to invest in your future and learn from professionals who are ready to help you grow.

Register today and secure your spot! Link in the comments below.

06/11/2026

We're excited to share that Big Thought President & CEO Erin Offord will be presenting at Big Picture Learning - Big Bang 2026 Conference in Dallas this summer!

Big Bang is a national gathering of educators, students, and leaders who believe learning should be engaging, relevant, and connected to the real world.

We hope you'll join the conversation and connect with changemakers from across the country who are working to create more meaningful opportunities for young people.

Registration is now open and closes July 7. We hope to see you there! Link in the comments!

06/10/2026

What happens when young people have access to creativity, technology, and opportunity?

The answer is on display in a recent Newsweek feature highlighting Tracy "The D.O.C" Curry's
DOC Cares Dream Experience Academy and its work helping youth explore music, gaming, AI, and the creator economy while building real-world skills for the future.

Big Thought is proud to support this work through Creative Solutions, creating pathways where curiosity becomes confidence and interests become opportunities.

As "The D.O.C." says, "Access is everything."

Read the full article to see how young people across North Texas are building brighter futures through creativity and innovation.

🔗 Link in the comments.

06/08/2026

Summer opportunities create new possibilities. ☀️✨

When young people are given access to new experiences, they gain the confidence, skills, and connections that help shape their future.

At Big Thought, we believe impact starts with exposure—and summer is full of opportunities to learn, grow, and thrive.

06/04/2026

Creativity is more than self-expression—it’s a pathway to confidence, healing, leadership, and opportunity. 🎨✨

This summer, Big Thought’s Creative Solutions program is creating space for young people to explore their creativity, develop real-world skills, and build brighter futures through hands-on artistic experiences.

When youth are given the freedom to create, their impact reaches far beyond the classroom.

Support programs that empower young people through creativity and connection. Get involved: www.bigthought.org

06/01/2026

Impact starts with connection. ✨

At Big Thought’s Thriving Minds Afterschool Program, Family Engagement Day was a reminder that when families, caregivers, and communities are involved, young people feel more supported, confident, and empowered to use their voices.

From creativity and collaboration to shared experiences and joy, these moments help build the trust and belonging youth need to thrive both inside and outside the classroom.

When families engage, youth voice grows stronger. 💛

Ready to help create spaces where young people can thrive? Get involved and learn more at www.bigthought.org

05/28/2026

Mental health is more than a conversation. It’s a commitment.

At Big Thought, we believe youth voice is essential to well-being. When young people feel heard, valued, and connected, they can speak, create, lead, and thrive.

This Mental Health Awareness Month and every day, we’re committed to building spaces that support young people and strengthen our communities.

05/22/2026

Thank you to everyone who joined us at Big Thought HQ for our Changemaker Mixer! ✨

The evening was filled with meaningful conversations, new connections, and a shared commitment to supporting young people and our community. We especially loved spotlighting our youth entrepreneurs, whose creativity, leadership, and passion continue to inspire us.

As summer approaches, we’re excited to keep creating spaces where young people can thrive.

Ready to get involved? Click the link in our bio!

05/20/2026

We're honored to announce two meaningful recognitions from D CEO Magazine. Big Thought has been named a finalist for Organization of the Year: Large, and our President & CEO, Erin Offord, a finalist for Leadership Excellence: Large — both in the 2026 D CEO Nonprofit and Corporate Citizenship Awards.

None of this happens without the young people at the heart of our mission, or the staff, partners, and supporters who champion them every single day. Thank you.

05/19/2026

Youth voice and digital creativity were on full display at the Blueprint 4D Conference at the Hilton Anatole, hosted by the Quest Oracle Community

Students from St. Philip's School & Community Center presented their game design demos, showcasing the storytelling, innovation, and technical skills they’ve built through hands-on learning.

Digital fluency is about more than technology—it’s about empowering young people to communicate ideas, solve problems, and shape the future creatively and confidently.

We’re proud to support spaces where youth voice, creativity, and innovation come together.

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1409 Botham Jean, Boulevard , Suite 1015
Dallas, TX
75215

Website

https://www.bigthought.org/

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