IMPACT

OAC Draw Together transforms creativity into tangible support for children with disabilities. Our impact is measured not only by participation, but by concrete outcomes that expand accessibility, inclusion, and creative opportunity.

Key Impact Highlights

  • $30,000 raised through student-led art fundraisers and community partnerships (Together with Aqua)

  • $2,000+ raised during the Draw Together launch event

  • ~$500 raised through charity art sales featuring artwork by both disabled and non-disabled youth; proceeds were donated to RAYA Art & Education to support art programs and materials for autistic youth

  • $1250 raised through St Margaret’s venture to serve-funds used for sensory art kits distributed for disabled youth

  • 1 wheelchair-accessible van funded, directly supporting a child with long-term mobility needs

  • 30+ student volunteers from 6 schools engaged across multiple events

  • 20+ neurodivergent children regularly participating in art workshops

  • 170+ youth participation across workshops, art exhibitions, auctions, and kit distribution

  • 105+ original artworks showcased by disabled and non-disabled youth in art exhibitions

Student presenting his artwork at the “Santa’s art shop” holiday art auction

Youth participating in our art workshops

Aqua and her family purchasing a wheelchair accessible van with support from the ‘Together with Aqua’ fundraiser.

Youth volunteers and artists at the Draw Together opening ceremony