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AFTS, Integral Care Debut New Murals

Posted by Chris Ornelas · July 29, 2023

For the past three decades, Art From the Streets, an Austin-based non-profit organization, has been providing support for people experiencing homelessness.

Art From the Streets Presents the 2023 Give Art a Home Gala

Posted by Chris Ornelas · April 07, 2023

Art From the Streets is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization that provides support to artists experiencing homelessness in Texas’ capital city. One of many Austin nonprofits helping homeless members of the community, Art From the Streets (AFTS) has offered free, open studio time to transient and at-risk artists in the local community for the past three decades, in an effort to encourage them to rediscover their agency through art. AFTS uses art as a means to help these creatives take responsibility for their lives so they can make empowering choices.

The Art From the Streets PEOPLE’S SHOW

Posted by Chris Ornelas · March 07, 2023

Art From the Streets is excited to share that their first gallery show of 2023 on March 4 was a great success! This gallery show shines a light on the Art From the Streets (AFTS) organization by allowing the public to view original artworks created by members of the AFTS family, all of whom are transient or at risk of becoming homeless. Participants in the City of Austin’s LEAPS program curated this art show.

Seeing The Light of Dawn Day - Art From The Streets celebrates success of Austin resident artist

Posted by Chris Ornelas · November 23, 2022

Art From The Streets celebrates the success story of our friend and Austin resident artist, Dawn Day. Because of your faithful support, AFTS emerged from the pandemic stronger than ever. Because you believed in us, we celebrated our 30th year with new talented artists, a growing staff, and exciting ideas for the future. Because of your compassion, our friend Dawn found community and no longer feels homeless.

Art in Austin: the Open Canopy Experience

Posted by Chris Ornelas · September 07, 2022

Austin, Texas is home to a thriving arts scene, championing the arts as a major societal influence. Canopy, an art complex brimming with a varied group of creatives, occupies a redeveloped warehouse in East Austin. It is one of the pivotal locations in the city for showcasing art and building a connection between art and citizens who are interested in art in Austin.