L.O.S.T (Lend Our Souls Truthfully), is a not-for-profit organization focused on opening doors for youth & teen artist who are at-risk, homeless or in foster care, by hosting mini art expos/fundraisers once every 2-3 months. These expos will enable kids to showcase their sketches, paintings, sculptures, poetry, spoken word and even live performances from musicians. Advocates, donors and leaders of
the Los Angeles Art community, as well board members, staff, teachers and counselors from local art schools/colleges, museums, galleries and mental health organizations are invited and encouraged to support these events. We host these events to create an outlet and network base for all the young artist involved, as well as reassure them that the opportunity for excelling through dedication and hard work for what they love. Giving them courage to thrive for more, explore the possibilities which surround them on a daily basis and inspire continued creation. The long-term goal of these events is to find scholarships or free accessible programs for these artists. L.O.S.T's founder and representatives will search the streets of Los Angeles, local foster homes, homeless shelters, troubled/at-risk youth programs and community centers to locate artists. Through a process of multiple interviews and evaluations (in person, over the phone, and some filmed), kids will be recruited for the event to showcase their work and/or volunteer. La Cienega, on the edge of Inglewood and Westchester. As well the Santa Monica YMCA and various community
