I am a costumer I make dolls I would like to open a shop for children to learn where seniors can come & teach

Question

have tea parties dress up parties put on shows learn to make things and a hands on approach to the gifts of learning and making the things our grand parents enjoyed. make it accessable to thoes who don't have the opperunity to the fancer things in life. right now I make dolls for children who are handicapped, ill, and who have lost a parent or are abused so that they can find something to love i call my business dream chasers i need help to get some equiptment do more advertising not only is it a non profet business but i footing all the bills and i need some help if any one has any ideas i would really appricate your coments God Bless Mar

I am looking for a Gov. grant

You Guys are the greatest just to note I am also a senior I am a Young 70 year old and I do craft shows but I want to do more for children mine are all grown up keep up with your ideas thanks

Answer 1

Since you are a nonprofit org, you can apply for grants from the government and various foundations. I suggest you search for 'intergenerational' grants at www.grants.gov.

Alternately, you can contact local business where you get your supplies and see if they are willing to donate any excess stock or sponsor one of your 'teaparties'

There is a nonprofit called "Material for the Arts (MFTA)where nonprofit orgs can go and get all sorts of art and craft supplies for free. This is in NY, but if you are not local you can see if there is anything similar in your area, or contact them to see if they have any suggestions.

Answer 2

Have you considered selling your wares at a local flea or farmer's market? Often the crafts and arts there are hand-made.

For the rest of your plan, all you need to do is get a senior's center to work with a school. Seniors at senior's centers can still be upbeat and everything, and also need some companionship in a family setting. On the other side most parents would enjoy giving their kids more things to do so they're not just laying about the house. So talk to one group, and the other, see if it'll work.

The seniors may also be willing and happy to help you in your business endeavors, from helping you to create products to helping you sell them.

Answer 3

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