Support our veterans and military connected community through the arts!

Enrich the lives of veterans and the military connected community through the arts! #Art Heals War Wounds

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Help Us Keep Art and Healing Alive for Our Veterans – Support DJDF Today!

David J. Drakulich Art Foundation for Freedom of Expression (DJDF) must raise $25,000+ by August 1st to continue delivering life-changing arts and humanities programming to veterans and military families in 2025.

Due to fluctuations in funding, our transformative programs—Veterans Art Project (VAP), Northern Nevada Veterans Writing Project (NNVWP), and 1000 Cranes Papermaking Workshops—are at risk. Your financial support is crucial to keeping these creative lifelines alive.

Why Your Support Matters

DJDF provides weekly, no-cost visual art and writing workshops for veterans of all ages, including those residing at the Northern Nevada State Veterans Home (NNSVH). These programs aren’t just about art—they’re about wellness, reintegration, community, and purpose.

Take “Bob,” a veteran with Parkinson’s. Initially shy, he began coloring as therapy. Soon he progressed to collage and now freehand drawing. “They are exactly what I needed,” he says. “I enjoy creating new things.” His story reflects the quiet power of the arts to awaken hope, creativity, and connection.

Give What You Can—Every Dollar Helps

  • $75 – Art supplies for one month of VAP open studio
  • $100 – Supplies for one FUN-Damental Art Course
  • $200–$600 – Rent and instruction costs to keep weekly programs running
  • $3,500 – One month of general operations
  • $5,000 – Two-day papermaking workshop with artist Drew Cameron (June 2025)
  • $25,000 – Sustain all programming & operational costs for 3 months

💡Other ways to help: Share this campaign, introduce us to sponsors, or schedule a meeting to learn how you or your business can become a partner.

They Served Us. Now We Can Serve Them.

Art heals war wounds. Research shows creative engagement leads to reduced stress, better health outcomes, increased resilience, and a stronger sense of identity—especially for older adults and those coping with trauma.

DJDF is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit, Tax ID 26-1893051, dedicated to bringing wellness through the arts to those who’ve served. Since 2010, we’ve delivered on this mission with community support. Will you join us?

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Contact us today to become a sponsor or learn more: 775.234.8619 | info@djdfoundtion.org | https://djdfoundation.org/