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Creative Connections - Warren Gives 2026 - May 13, 6 a.m. - 10 p.m.

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Warren Gives 2026

Creative Connections
Wednesday, May 13, 2026  | 6 a.m. - 10 p.m. 

Art is more than just a creative outlet; it can open doors to community engagement and redefine what’s possible.  

Whether through exhibits, performances or art workshops, creative expression helps build meaningful relationships between individuals with disabilities and the broader Warren-Forest community. 

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Art is the visual evidence of exploration and expression at both personal and community levels,” 

- Kristine Peterson,  artist, educator, and art therapist. 

Art is more than just a creative outlet; it can open doors to community engagement and has the power to challenge perceptions and redefine what’s possible. 

Dr. Barber changed what is possible. So can you with your gift to our Bollinger campus on Warren Gives, May 13. Through our Creative Connections art program, we introduce adults to professional teaching artists like Kristine.  

“Let us be as open as the artists were while creating the art . . . uniting us through common humanity.” 

 

How You Can Help 

We are working to raise $20,000 and host a minimum of four professional artist teaching experiences. By contributing to “Creative Connections 2026”, you are helping to: 

  • Ensure that skilled teaching artists can lead workshops and offer expert guidance 
  • Shape public perceptions of ability and dispel stereotypes 
  • Foster deeper connection between participants and the community 

Gifts given to Barber National Institute’s Bollinger campus on Warren Gives, May 13, 2026, will receive a prorated match which helps your gift to have even more impact. 

Together, we can ensure that art continues to be a tool for personal transformation, community connection, and societal change. 

About Warren Gives 

Warren Gives is an all-Warren County Day of Giving hosted by the Community Foundation of Warren County.  Now, in its 13th year, the special day of giving makes a donor’s gift do the most good with a pro-rated match pool of $80,000. The percentage of the match pool is added on top of your donation which makes your donation grow!  

DONATE ONLINE AT WARRENGIVES.ORG MAY 13 

To make a gift to the Barber National Institute’s Bollinger Campus on Warren Gives, select us from the list of organizations. There is a $10 minimum donation for online gifts. 

 Make a Warren Gives Online Donation