Art that cares

Heart for Art is an initiative by the NGO Akanksha to support underprivileged kids in pursuing education. During the pandemic, the children at the NGO used art to express their feelings and, in turn, created beautiful cards, frames, and canvases. Now, the NGO is offering an artwork with every donation, with the funds being used to purchase digital tablets, secure internet connectivity and ensure zero dropouts. “While we were inspired by the art, we also saw how much we need to do differently to integrate the kids back into schools. They will need to see tech as a part of their learning; they will need support to bridge learning gaps as well as fill socio-emotional voids. We can’t do it without fundraising,” shared Ruchika Gupta, senior director at Art for Akanksha.