Healing Arts Project, Inc. - HAPI

05/21/2026

We have some amazing news! 🎨✨ Several of our incredible HAPI artists from across Middle, West, and East Tennessee have been selected to represent us in the Community Art Show at the Frist Art Museum!

We are so proud of their work and would love for our community to come out and support them.

You’re invited to join us for a free reception to see the art, celebrate our statewide artists, and connect with the HAPI team. Bring your family and friends!
📅 When: Thursday, May 28th | 5:30 PM – 7:30 PM CDT
📍 Where: Frist Art Museum (919 Broadway, Nashville, TN 37203)
🎟️ Cost: FREE!

How to attend: Admission is free, but please RSVP by emailing us at [email protected] so we can get an accurate headcount.

We can’t wait to see you there and celebrate these talented individuals together! 🙌💙

05/17/2026

🎨 Registration is officially OPEN! 🎨

We invite you to join us for the Arts and Advocacy Conference: "Canvas the Change: Art, Healing, Community." This is a FREE event dedicated to inspiring and equipping you to lead change in your community.

When: Thursday, June 18th | 8:00 AM – 2:00 PM Where: Join us in person (highly recommended!) or via our limited virtual option.

Get ready for a day of networking and deep-dive workshops:
✨ Arts and Wellness: The intersection of creativity and restorative health.
📢 Art and Advocacy: Using your platform and craft for social impact.
💼 Art and Business: Practical skills to grow your professional art career.

Register here: https://forms.gle/BnEcM12NKyZUgJXH6

Help us spread the word! Please share this post or tag an artist, advocate, or community leader who should be there. Let's canvas the change together. 🤝

05/14/2026

Our Vision: HAPI exists to fill a gap in recovery and rehabilitation services by providing free art classes taught by professional artists, art exhibition and publication opportunities, and outreach events. These opportunities help participants express and externalize their personal struggles as they create art to tell their story, promoting healing in themselves and understanding in the community.

04/13/2026

Mark your calendars for the 2026 Arts and Advocacy Conference on Thursday, June 18th, from 8:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.

'Canvas the Change: Art, Healing, Community' will take place on the campus of Nossi College of Art & Design, located at 590 Creative Way, Nashville, TN 37115. We look forward to seeing you there!

04/05/2026

Affirmation Hour: FREE Arts & Mental Health Workshop By Healing Arts Project Inc.

Saturday, May 2, 11:30 AM - 1:30 PM

RSVP LINK: https://www.squadup.com/events/affirmation-hour-healing-arts-project-workshop

Join us for an uplifting afternoon of creativity where art meets affirmation. Local painter Maxwell Edmonds will guide participants through a beginner-friendly floral painting experience on glass jars, making it accessible and enjoyable for all skill levels.

As each piece dries, participants will take time to write meaningful, encouraging affirmations—reminders of their worth, strength, and growth. These messages will be placed inside the jar, creating a personal keepsake to return to for moments of grounding and inspiration.

Come ready to create, reflect, and leave with something both beautiful and deeply meaningful.

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03/31/2026

Healing Arts Project, Inc. (HAPI) is a nonprofit organization dedicated to supporting individuals in mental health and addiction recovery through the power of art. By providing access to creative experiences and artistic expression, HAPI helps participants find healing, connection, and a renewed sense of purpose.
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02/19/2026

We are thrilled to announce that the 16th Annual Phoenix Art Gala Silent Auction will officially open tonight at 12:00 AM. This is your opportunity to support artists whose work brings healing, peace, and connection to thousands across Tennessee.

When you purchase a piece, you are not only investing in meaningful art — you are helping HAPI expand its reach through your generosity, sponsorship, and participation.

This year, we also honor several of HAPI’s original heroes whose legacies continue to shape our mission:
Jill Collier Woodworth, Laura Hudson, Kay Sawyer, Kathy Tupper, LeAnn Wilson, Barbara Shirley, Effie Cates, Hazel Bartlett, and Debra Hanson.
Their stories remain unforgettable, and their impact lives on.

Event Highlights Include:
• Two live painters creating during the Gala
• A heartfelt tribute to our legacy artists
• A diverse silent auction featuring powerful, story‑rich artwork
• Opportunities to donate, sponsor, and support HAPI’s mission

Whether or not you have registered for the Gala, the silent auction is open to you. We invite you to explore the artwork and find a piece that speaks to you.

Click here to view the auction: https://givebutter.com/c/uWYICJ
✨ Let's honor the legacy of our cherished artists with a heartfelt tribute during our Gala. Their contributions have touched lives and inspired many. Come celebrate their work with us! Share your favorite memories in the comments! 🌟 https://wix.to/2UpxyGd

02/19/2026

🎨✨ The 16th Annual Phoenix Art Gala Silent Auction is LIVE tonight at 12 AM! ✨🎨

Tomorrow marks the beginning of something truly special. Our silent auction opens at midnight, and every bid supports healing, hope, and the artists who pour their stories into every brushstroke.

When you purchase a piece, you’re not just buying art —
you’re holding a moment of peace, a piece of someone’s journey,
and helping HAPI expand its reach to thousands across Tennessee.

This year, we also honor some of HAPI’s original heroes whose spirits continue to guide our mission:
Jill Collier Woodworth, Laura Hudson, Kay Sawyer, Kathy Tupper, LeAnn Wilson, Barbara Shirley, Effie Cates, Hazel Bartlett, and Debra Hanson.
Their stories live on in us, and they will never be forgotten.

✨ Event Highlights
• Two live painters creating in real time
• A powerful tribute to our legacy artists
• A vibrant silent auction full of conversation‑starting pieces
• Opportunities to donate, sponsor, and uplift HAPI’s mission

Whether you’ve registered or not, the auction is open to you.
Click the link, explore the artwork, and find your next meaningful piece.

Healing is happening through art.
Let’s show up for the artists who share their hearts with us.

Get ready. Get set. Bid.
https://givebutter.com/c/uWYICJ

P.S. If you are getting off of work and want a really chill vibe while watching friends being honored, pay tribute to one of our Legacy artists who is still with us in spirit. MOST IMPORTANTLY, YOU DO NOT NEED TO CHANGE YOUR CLOSE. This is a business casual event. We are taking tickets at the door.

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The Awakening: A Journey from Darkness to Light

02/13/2026

6 DAYS OUT
“Art That Survived the Storm”
The art you’ll see at this year’s Gala was created with inspiration that was shaken, but not stopped.

Our artists kept creating.
Our community kept believing.
Now we celebrate that resilience together.

Event Details
📅 Thursday, February 19, 2026
🕠 5:30 PM (CT)
📍 Trevecca Community Church, Nashville, TN

This unforgettable evening will feature:
✨ A captivating art experience and gallery display
✨ An inspiring award ceremony honoring changemakers
✨ Networking and community connection
✨ A celebration of resilience, recovery, and creativity

🎟General Admission Price: $75 standard

Reserve your seat today:
👉 https://www.eventbrite.com/e/the-awakening-a-journey-from-shadows-to-light-tickets-1977412471934?aff=oddtdtcreator

We look forward to seeing you at the Gala, and to rising together from shadows to light.

👉 To sponsor and support our artists, contact Lynece Benton-Stewart at [email protected]

Gold Sponsorship $1200

8 Reserved Seats at the Gala
Recognition in Event Program
Name/Logo on Social Media & Marketing Materials
HAPI Swag Bag with Token of Appreciation
Name Display on Event Signage
Feature on Website & Social Media Platforms

02/11/2026

8 DAYS OUT
“Why Your Support Matters”
Your sponsorship doesn’t just fund an event.
It replaces stolen supplies.
It restores creative spaces.
It expands classes for people who need them most.

This Gala is a celebration, silent auction, and a call to action.
The Awakening – A Journey From Shadows to Light hosted by Healing Arts Project Inc. (HAPI).

📅 Date: Thursday, February 19, 2026 🕠 Time: 5:30 PM CT 📍 Location: Trevecca Community Church, Nashville, TN
This unforgettable evening will feature: ✨ Captivating art displays ✨ Inspiring award ceremony honoring changemakers ✨ Networking and celebration of creativity, silent and live art auction.
🎟 Standard: $75 Reserve your seat today:
👉 https://www.eventbrite.com/e/the-awakening-a-journey-from-shadows-to-light-tickets-1977412471934?aff=oddtdtcreator
👉 To sponsor, contact
Lynece Benton-Stewart at [email protected]
We have a few sponsorship giving level.

Diamond Sponsorship
(Includes all Platinum perks PLUS these upgrades)
Premier Seating for 12 Guests
Full-Page Ad in Event Program
VIP Access to Pre-Auction & Artist Meet-and-Greet
Enhanced Logo Placement on All Marketing Materials
Special Recognition During Opening Remarks
Exclusive Diamond Sponsor Gift Package