Grabie News

Grabie made a splash at the recent American Art Therapy Association (AATA) conference, capturing the hearts and minds of art therapists from across the country, and the world! We’re known for our innovative, high-quality art supplies and affordable pricing, which proved to be a hit among attendees eager to discover new tools for their therapeutic practices and their own personal art explorations. It was also an amazing opportunity to meet in person the art therapists whose organizations were the recipients of the $150k worth of art supplies donated by the Grabie Art Fund so far this year.  Art therapists attending the conference had the opportunity to explore and play with some of Grabie's top selling products firsthand. From vibrant paints and markers to intricate crafting supplies, there was something to spark creativity for every art therapist. This hands-on experience allowed attendees to experience the quality and versatility of Grabie's materials, which are designed to support mental health. One of the highlights of our presence at the conference was the enthusiastic response to our Art as Therapy workbooks. These thoughtfully curated workbooks offer an easy way to take advantage of short & fun artistic exercises that help to support mental health in the user's daily life. Art therapists also loved that the art as therapy workbooks come in our quarterly art boxes, and are a good resource for therapists practicing telehealth.  Grabie's scrapbooking subscription boxes also garnered significant attention. These monthly boxes deliver a curated selection of crafting supplies directly to subscribers' doorsteps. The boxes encourage creativity and experimentation with new art materials, and fun exercises. Overall, Grabie's participation in the AATA conference was a success. Our commitment to providing high-quality art supplies that support mental health resonated deeply with the attending art therapists. As we at Grabie continue to innovate and expand our product offerings, we look forward to sharing them all with you!  Organizations donated by the Grabie Art Fund: Together with the American Art Therapy Association, the Grabie Art Fund donates art supplies to AATA organizations that provide free Art Therapy programs in underserved communities.  

 Dear Grabie, On behalf of Creative Arts Networks, we extend our heartfelt gratitude for your generous contribution to the Nassau County Youth Mental Health Summit in March 2024, as well as our ongoing programs in partnership with The Family and Children’s Association of Long Island. Your donation of art supplies played a pivotal role in our efforts to bring art therapy to hundreds of teens from schools across Long Island who attended the Nassau County Youth Mental Health Summit. The impact of these supplies was immeasurable, enriching our workshops and group sessions significantly. Thanks to your support, we were able to provide 270 high school students with their own art therapy toolboxes, allowing them to create personalized journals and explore self-expression through creative writing and drawing. The feedback from students as well as staff has been overwhelmingly positive, with many expressing how this experience helped them reconnect with themselves and discover art as a therapeutic outlet.   Additionally, your contribution enabled us to organize monthly art therapy sessions at FCA for PACT, a program dedicated to supporting at-risk youth aged 10-21 who are pregnant, parenting, or at risk of pregnancy. The art supplies provided were instrumental in helping teen mothers express themselves and strengthen their bonds with their children through creative activities like scrapbooking. Moreover, at FCA’s cultural day "Art Festival," your donation allowed us to supply every family with art materials, fostering a sense of community and resilience among participants. The event promoted connection and diversity, further enriching our community outreach efforts. Your kindness and support have had a profound impact on the youth in our community, enabling us to promote mental health awareness, self-expression, and resilience through art therapy. We are truly grateful for your generosity and look forward to continuing our work together to make a positive difference in the lives of those we serve. Thank you once again for your invaluable support with these supplies.  Thank you for connecting with The American Art Therapy Association to provide their membership with this opportunity.  I am truly appreciative!! Warm regards, Susan Kappel Susan Boxer Kappel MA,ATR-BC,LCAT,CGP,CCATP,CMNCS Clinical Director, Founder Creative Arts Networks LLC,  Chair, New York State Board for Mental Health Practitioners  World Cares Mental Health Advisory Board Clinical Supervisor, Hofstra University  Counseling and Mental Health Professions Clinic Saltzman Community Services Center