VISION
All individuals have contributions to make - acts that nurture the individual and the community. Yet, people with limited use of their bodies, those considered to be physically or mentally disabled by some, often lack the resources, opportunities and relationships necessary to fully express themselves to make their contributions to society. Laser Eagles Art Guild is an organization that offers individuals the opportunity for self expression through art. The Laser Eagles will bring people together to passionately reveal their strong spirit and foster their ability to contribute their creativity and insight to the world.
The Laser Eagles Art Guild is one of the only art organizations in the Greater Toronto Area that provides fully-inclusive environments for those who have been labeled with a disability. The Laser Eagles artists gather weekly to create art that is generated solely from their own artistic visions. Laser Eagles’s trackers have formed wonderful nurturing relationships with Artists have produced a variety of artwork that are exceptional.
Art Encompassed was developed to showcase, promote and sell art created by Toronto's artists, which includes Laser Eagles Art Guild, CAVE and supporting Community Artists. This state of the art online storefront facilitates the purchase of art produced in various forms including, originals, prints and greeting cards.
This site allows us to sell art to anywhere in North America allowing the Laser Eagles Art Guild and CAVE to become financially sustainable while continuing to make positive contributions to our communities.
MEET THE ARTISTS...
![Meet The Artists!]( "Meet The Artists!")
WHAT WE NEED
Here's where you come in. A large portion of the expenses for this project we hope will be funded through our fundraiser here on Indiegogo and the remainder through project donations.
Our goal is to raise $50,000
Friends We Turn To YOU!
Operating Expenses
$5,000 – Art Emcompassed Gallery
$9,000 – Part-time Program Manager
$12,000 – Part-time Program Coordinators
$5,000 – Program Administrator
$5,000 – Program Curator
$3,000 – Art Supplies
$7,000 – Trackers Stipend
$2,000 – Food and Special Events
$2,000 – Travel
YOUR IMPACT
Your donations will have a direct impact on creating a culture where everyone is respected as a contributor to his or her community and where everyone has the oportunity to access all community resources and supports. After 12 years of offering an invaluable services to individuals and the broader community we are excited to have the opportunity to expand our programs in three key areas:
1) Creation of an online store that will promote economic stability for our Artists, Trackers, Art Coordinators and supporting Community Artists. Your generous donation will not only be supporting Laser Eagles programs but you will also be helping staff to create an entrepreneurial online community.
2) Expand and Engage with community partners and residents in new program ideas. Laser Eagles Art programs have a distinctive community service model approach. Laser Eagles Artists have a variety of abilities that they use in the creation of their art. Trackers partner with Artists in the facilitation of their work to fully utilize each artist’s unique abilities to create exceptional pieces of Art.
3) “ART MAKES THE WORLD GO ROUND” - Art transforms communities. Utilizing community centres, parks, public spaces and even sidewalks allows for greater accessibility where everyone has the privilege to enjoy the beauty of art. Your donation to The Laser Eagle Guild has a direct impact on arts and culture in the GTA and allows our Artists and Trackers to share their stories with others through the wonderful world of art.
OTHER WAYS YOU CAN HELP
If you don’t have the money to contribute at this time, that’s okay, BUT we still need your help!
Don’t be a stranger – Stop by and say HI!
www.lasereagles.com
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Spread the word - post our campaign on your LinkedIn account
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CHECK OUT WHAT WE'VE BEEN UP TO LATELY...
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