If you spot a seven-year-old disguised as a bat it may be Thomas Hinch, a boy who was born to create. For the past three years, Thomas has explored the magic of the arts with his AFL teachers during each of his many visits to the hospital for Leukemia treatments. Using fabric, huge sheets of paper, and anything that will mark he has made dozens of bat, dragon, and animal drawings, sculptures, and bat outfits to wear around the hospital halls and beyond. 
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Make a contribution to support the children and families in our programs.
A tax-deductible donation of any amount is an enormous help. You can also donate gifts of stock, bonds, or other investments. Consider making Arts For Life a beneficiary in your will, 401K, or life insurance policy.

Become an AFL Sponsor
Arts For Life Sponsors include professional printers, framers, grocery stores, artists, graphic designers, banks, carpenters, law firms, and many other business owners. You can sponsor AFL programs by donating services or funds to our programs. Please contact Shea to learn more about the benefits of sponsorship.

Host a party with AFL as a Guest of Honor
Do you like to entertain? Team up with other volunteers and provide food, entertainment, and fun for friends while benefiting children in need. You can also hold bake sales and other fundraisers with your love of cooking. Contact us and let us help you organize a party or fundraiser in 2012. More information on AFL House Parties.

Organize an Arts For Life talk at your church or club.
Hold an art supply drive at your school, church, or work place.
Tell people about AFL and encourage others to get involved.

Do you use the internet often?

• Switch from “google” to Goodsearch and earn a penny for AFL every time you search the internet. Check out www.goodsearch.com for details and make Arts For Life your designated charity.
• Use www.GoodShop.com or igive.com to raise funds with every online purchase.

Do you have a few hours a week/month to volunteer?
Help Arts For Life with:
Preparing art projects for the kids in our programs
Teaching visual art or music to patients
Fundraising/Community Development
Administrative Support
Event planning and implementation
Web design and maintenance

Hold a Supply Drive:
Arts for Life Wish List
Mac Laptop
Digital Cameras
Watercolor Paper
Watercolor Paints
Acrylic Paints
Card Stock
White Tee Shirts
Art Books
Sculpture Supplies
For chapter-specific Wish Lists, please contact Rachel! Thank you.

For more information:
Call: 828-658-1599
Email: Shea in Winston-Salem or Durham, Rachel in Asheville, or Lucy in Charlotte