Phoenix Rising
Our signature poetry and spoken-word program helps young people turn life experience into insight, confidence and connection.
Denver, Colorado · Since 2003
Every young voice
deserves to be heard.
Art from Ashes empowers young people through creative expression, connection and the courage to tell their stories.
Our mission
Creativity can change the story.
Through poetry and arts-based workshops, young people in challenging circumstances learn to reframe negative perceptions, recognize their value and discover the power of their own voice.
What we do
Programs built around voice.
Guided creative workshops give young people a safe place to write, perform, connect and grow.
Drawing on Air
A visual and tactile arts program that creates another path for honest expression and personal discovery.
Adult Workshops
Creative sessions for adults who want to explore the same transformational process through art and writing.
Our impact
A community that believes in young people.
Art from Ashes partners with youth-serving agencies and schools to bring creative empowerment to young people across the Denver community.
20,000+young people served
240community collaborators
Take action
Help a young person
write what comes next.
Your donation of money, time or services supports workshops where young people can speak honestly, build confidence and be seen.
Get involved · 303-837-1550