Nonprofit · Hanover, Maryland

Every child is an artist. Some just need a canvas.

Little Big Brains discovers, nurtures and celebrates artistic talent in children who would otherwise have limited access to creative opportunities.

How it works

Discover. Nurture. Celebrate.

A clear path from a child's first brushstroke to a scholarship that carries their talent forward.

Children painting ceramics in an art class
Free to familiesWorkshops, kits & classes
Our mission

Talent is everywhere. Opportunity isn't.

Some of the most imaginative kids in our community have never held a real paintbrush, used a camera, or seen their work hung on a wall. Little Big Brains exists to change that, by bringing free art experiences into neighborhoods, spotting the spark, and giving it room to grow.

  • No-cost workshops open to every child
  • Small classes led by working artists
  • Supplies delivered to families who need them
  • Real exhibitions, real scholarships
First-year goals

Big goals for
little brains

Here's what we're working toward in year one. Every donation moves these numbers.

60

Children served

Young artists reached through workshops, classes and supply kits in our first year.

2

Public exhibitions

Real gallery moments where kids see their work on the wall and their community shows up.

10

Scholarships & grants

Small scholarships or supply grants so talent keeps growing after the program ends.

Mediums we explore

From crayons to cameras

Visit the gallery

Illustration

Line, shape and storytelling.

Painting

Color, texture and confidence.

Photography

Seeing the world in frames.

Design

Ideas that solve problems.

Join us

There's a place for you here

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Give

A one-time or monthly gift funds kits, classes and scholarships.

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Volunteer

Teach, assist at workshops, pack Creator Kits or help at exhibitions.

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Partner

Host a Discovery Day, sponsor an exhibition, or donate supplies.

Support our mission

Help a little artist think big.

Your gift puts brushes, cameras and real art classes into the hands of children who would otherwise go without. Every dollar stays focused on kids.

♥ Donate