Navigating resources can feel impossible. Even more so when you&#39;re in a mental health crisis.Most independent artists in Alberta work without the safety net other sectors take for granted like a benefits package, EAP or paid leave.&nbsp; Homegrown is embedded in the arts sector. We know how it works, and we help artists find what they need at low or no cost: counselling, dental and vision care, food hampers, emergency financial support, legal guidance, business consultations, and more. We help connect artists and provide intake support (application process, phone &amp; email conversations, etc) to ensure they receive the supports they need most, when they need it most.&nbsp; A career in the the arts shouldn&#39;t cost someone their health. Your gift allows us to reach more artists and ensures the strength and sustainability of Alberta&#39;s Arts and Culture Sector&nbsp; To receive instructions on donating via Wire or E-Transfer, please contact: <a fr-original-style="" href="mailto:community@wearehomegrown.ca" rel="noopener noreferrer" style="text-decoration-color: currentcolor; user-select: auto; box-sizing: inherit;" target="_blank">community@wearehomegrown.ca</a> --- Our mission:&nbsp;Homegrown Arts &amp; Media Collective empowers emerging storytellers to build sustainable creative careers through mentorship, community, and production that prioritizes mental wellness.&nbsp; Homegrown is a federally incorporated non-profit (NPO#-1660124-1.) We are not a registered charity, so we cannot issue tax receipts.&nbsp; Every dollar goes directly to artist support.

Hello <span contenteditable="false" data-custom-variable="{{firstname}}" fr-original-class="fr-deletable styled-tag-chip" fr-original-style="" style="color: rgb(42, 42, 196); overflow-wrap: anywhere; user-select: none; background-color: rgb(248, 248, 255); border: 1px solid rgb(191, 191, 255); border-radius: 4px; margin: 0px; padding: 1px 8px; font-size: 11px; display: inline-block; box-sizing: inherit;">First name, I heard the term &quot;chronic dreamer&quot; the other day and I don&#39;t think anything has ever described me more accurately. The thing about chronic dreamers is we&#39;re usually dreaming on a budget.&nbsp; Your kindness just made the budget bigger and that dream just got a little bit closer. Thank you for you generosity!&nbsp; Write me back anytime. I read everything that comes into this inbox. I appreciate you! Guillermo Barrazacommunity@wearehomegrown.ca

Navigating resources can feel impossible. Even more so when you're in a mental health crisis.Most independent artists in Alberta work without the safety net other sectors take for granted like a benefits package, EAP or paid leave.  Homegrown is embedded in the arts sector. We know how it works, and we help artists find what they need at low or no cost: counselling, dental and vision care, food hampers, emergency financial support, legal guidance, business consultations, and more. We help connect artists and provide intake support (application process, phone &amp; email conversations, etc) to ensure they receive the supports they need most, when they need it most.  A career in the the arts shouldn't cost someone their health. Your gift allows us to reach more artists and ensures the strength and sustainability of Alberta's Arts and Culture Sector  To receive instructions on donating via Wire or E-Transfer, please contact: <a href="mailto:community@wearehomegrown.ca" target="_blank">community@wearehomegrown.ca</a> --- Our mission: Homegrown Arts &amp; Media Collective empowers emerging storytellers to build sustainable creative careers through mentorship, community, and production that prioritizes mental wellness.  Homegrown is a federally incorporated non-profit (NPO#-1660124-1.) We are not a registered charity, so we cannot issue tax receipts.  Every dollar goes directly to artist support.

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