Smith Center for Healing and the Arts

08/12/2026

Good news! We’ve been recognized on Good Morning Washington for World Cancer Support Month for our work in whole person healing. Watch the feature: https://ow.ly/lHmn50Zz2o3

07/16/2026

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07/07/2026

We look forward to this important conversation hosted by our Executive Director, Lisa Simms Booth. Register today: https://tns.commonweal.org/podcasts/art-for-our-common-good

In times of heartache and hardship, what does art mean to you? What power does creativity have to heal and transform? If you've ever wondered about these questions and more—you aren't alone.

Join us for a convening of leaders in arts, health, and community practice for a public gathering hosted by Commonweal Board Member Lisa Simms Booth. The conversation is open to all, featuring:

- Conversation with Dr. Catherine Olweny
- A sandwich board luncheon
- Conversation with Dr. Maria Rosario Jackson and Deborah Cullinan

Together we will consider how the arts can help solve some of the most urgent challenges of our time by bringing people together, restoring meaning, and imagining new possibilities. We hope you'll join us in person or online.

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Art For Our Common Good: Creativity, Health, and Civic Life
with Dr. Maria Rosario Jackson, Deborah Cullinan, Dr. Catherine Olweny, and Host Lisa Simms Booth

* Sunday, July 12 | 11:00 am – 2:00 pm PDT
Join us at Commonweal or on Zoom
$20 suggested, no one turned away

Learn more and register using the linktree in bio. Look under "Events."

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Co-presented with Visual Thinking Strategies, Collaborations: Teachers and Artists, California for the Arts, Flight School, Fordham University Creative Writing Program, Jasper Inclusion Advisors, Kularts, National Organization for Arts in Health, Panta Rhea, Power of Hope, ILALI, Smith Center for Healing and the Arts, Stanford Arts, and UF Center for Arts in Medicine.

Art credit: Jon Marro

07/07/2026

What role can art play in helping us meet this moment?

As communities face growing loneliness, burnout, environmental anxiety, and civic division, the arts can create spaces for healing, connection, and hope.

Join us as we celebrate 50 years of healing arts at Commonweal for a special public gathering hosted by our Executive Director - Lisa Simms Booth, featuring Dr. Maria Rosario Jackson, Deborah Cullinan, and Dr. Catherine Olweny.

Together, we'll explore how creativity can strengthen wellbeing, respond to environmental challenges, and help rebuild trust and participation in public life.

🗓 Sunday, July 12
🕚 11:00 a.m.–2:00 p.m. PDT
📍 Join us at Commonweal or on Zoom
🎟 Suggested donation: $20 (no one turned away)

Learn more and register: https://tns.commonweal.org/podcasts/art-for-our-common-good/

We hope you'll join this timely conversation about the power of creativity to bring people together and imagine new possibilities.

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Co-presented with Visual Thinking Strategies, Collaborations: Teachers and Artists, California for the Arts, Flight School, Fordham University Creative Writing Program, Jasper Inclusion Advisors, Kularts, National Organization for Arts in Health, Panta Rhea, Power of Hope, ILALI, Commonweal, Stanford Arts, and UF Center for Arts in Medicine.

Art credit: Jon Marro

07/01/2026

🎉 We did it—together!

Because of this incredible community, we exceeded our spring campaign goal, raising $101,750 and counting to support people navigating cancer.

Every gift, every share, and every act of generosity helped make this possible. Together, you've made counseling, support groups, healing circles, and creative arts programs available to those who need them most.

For nearly 30 years, we've believed that no one should face cancer alone. Thanks to you, people receiving a cancer diagnosis tomorrow—and those who have been turning to Smith Center for years—will continue to find the community, support, and care they need.

From all of us at Smith Center: thank you for believing in our mission and making this impact possible 💙

06/24/2026

We’re so close to the finish line.

Thanks to this incredible community, we’ve reached 90% of our $100,000 fundraising goal—but we still need your help to get across the line.

Right now, every gift is DOUBLED through June 30, making your impact go twice as far for people facing cancer and the programs that support them when they need it most.

Every day, someone hears the words, “You have cancer.” Together, we can make sure they have a place to turn for connection, support, and hope.

Just 6 days remain. Help us reach our goal and ensure Smith Center is fully funded, fully ready, and here for everyone who needs us.

Donate today and push us over the finish line: https://smithcenter.org/giving/spring/?utm_source=spring-appeal&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=6-17-26.

06/19/2026

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Did you know? Green, black, and white teas have been linked to a reduced risk of cancer. These soothing, lightly caffeinated options are rich in EGCG, a powerful antioxidant. Brew a cup next time you need a gentle energy boost in the afternoon!

Register for Ina® for more evidence-based information about eating well during cancer treatment: https://adscha.savorhealth.com/portal/. It is free and accessible 24/7.

06/17/2026

We’re 70% of the way to our $100,000 goal—but we need your help to get across the finish line.

Every day, someone in our community hears the words, “You have cancer,” and turns to Smith Center for support, connection, and hope. We want to be there for every person who needs us.

Right now, every dollar donated before June 30 will be DOUBLED through a matching gift.

💙 $25 becomes $50
💙 $50 becomes $100
💙 $100 becomes $200

Your gift helps provide counseling, support groups, creativity programs, and a community where no one has to face cancer alone.

The match ends June 30. Help us bridge the gap and make twice the impact today: https://smithcenter.org/giving/spring/?utm_source=spring-appeal&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=6-17-26.

06/11/2026

🧗‍♀️ Community Climbing Night Highlights! 🧗‍♂️

What an amazing evening we had this past Saturday at Sportrock Climbing Centers.

From reaching new heights on the wall to encouraging one another every step of the way, the event was filled with growth, teamwork, and plenty of fun. It was inspiring to see everyone push their limits, build confidence, and connect through a shared adventure.

A special thank you to Sportrock for their generous partnership, which helped make discounted day passes available and allowed us to create an inclusive and supportive experience for our community.

We're also incredibly grateful to the Sportrock staff and dedicated belayers whose support and expertise helped make the night a success.

📸 Check out some of our favorite moments from the event!

06/10/2026

Cancer can be an isolating journey, but no one should have to face it alone.

For 29 years, Smith Center has provided emotional support, healing programs, therapy, creative workshops, and a compassionate community for people affected by cancer. As more individuals turn to us for help, the need has never been greater.

Now through June, every donation will be MATCHED dollar for dollar by a generous supporter who has witnessed the life-changing impact of Smith Center's programs.

That means your gift goes twice as far to ensure we never have to turn anyone away.

We're working toward our $100,000 goal, and every contribution makes a difference.

💙 Double your impact.
💙 Support healing and connection.
💙 Help someone facing cancer know they are not alone.

Donate today and make twice the difference: https://smithcenter.org/giving/spring/?utm_source=spring-appeal&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=6-10-26