Tumaini Arts Initiative
Healing with Creativity Day by Day
OUR MISSION
Tumaini Arts Initiative is a non-profit organization with the goal of raising funds for giving art supplies, education materials, and toys for children getting cancer treatment in Tanzania, Africa. Our mission is to bring joy and creativity into the lives of these children, providing them with the tools to express themselves and find moments of happiness and healing during challenging times.
HOW YOU CAN HELP
ART SUPPLIES
watercolor palettes
sketch paper
painting brushes
colored pencils
crayons
markers
watercolor paper
These materials will be delivered to the cancer center for the children receiving chemo. Art can be used as healing therapy to give the kids hope.
EDUCATION MATERIALS SUPPORT
Children's english books
school supplies (pencils., erasers, pens, sharpeners, highlighters, etc.),
These materials will assist the children receiving chemo to keep up with their educational journey to keep them on track for success in school.
TOY DONATION PROGRAM
toy cars
stuffed animals
legos
easy games
card games
Through our toy donation program, we aim to bring moments of joy into the lives of children undergoing cancer treatment, especially during holidays.
ADVOCATING FOR MORE RESOURCES TO SUPPORT CANCER TREATMENT FOR AFRICAN CHILDREN
Our art education program aims to provide structured art lessons and activities for children, nurturing their artistic abilities and providing a source of joy and inspiration during their treatment.
Services
Art can give THE children going through cancer treatment a break from the stress, fear, and pain they can experience every day. When they paint, draw, or make something creative, they can express feelings they can’t always put into words. Art also brings joy, distraction, and a sense of control during a time when so much feels uncertain. Even simple activities like coloring or sketching can help them relax, smile, and feel more like kids again
OUR IMPACT
1
children cancer center supported
20
kids served every day
100%
of donations go to the children
Enya Lee
Founder and Executive Director
My name is Alexa Young
Enya is a student at Xavier College Prep in Arizona. Her dream is to become a physician. She has a passion for helping people. This past summer, she traveled with her father to the Kilimanjaro area in Tanzania, Africa, where he volunteered as an oncologist at the Kilimanjaro Christian Medical Center. Enya had the opportunity to volunteer at the pediatric cancer wards. She taught children watercolor painting in addition to helping children to read and do puzzles. The Tumaini Arts Initiative was inspired by her experience using art as therapy to help children undergoing cancer treatment.
In addition to her love for arts and piano, she also rows for Xavier Prep Crew.
