Club Create

Two Mid Michigan Club Members holding up their dream catchers with colorful feathers, beads and string

Club Create is one of Michigan Arts Access’ programs for adults with disabilities. In many cases, Club Create chapters provide adults with disabilities the only opportunities they have for meaningful social interaction and creative expression. This is especially true in many of Michigan’s high poverty urban and rural areas. MiAA’s Club Create program has been tremendously successful in filling this need by providing a safe, inclusive environment where club members can express themselves, experience success, and feel valued and respected.

MiAA currently has Club Create chapters in 5 affiliate regions in Michigan: Copper Country, Genesee (3), Ingham, Mid Michigan (2), Metro Detroit (5). For more information about a club near you, search under the Club Create tab on our home page.

Start a New Club in Your Area

You can impact your community by starting a Club Create chapter near you!

Starting a Club Create chapter is simpler than you might think. Michigan Arts Access has a start-up package that includes the necessary forms, guides and information you will need. We will identify the artists who will teach the sessions. And we will lead the necessary fundraising activities and handle all of the finances, including contracting and paying the bills.

Here is all you need to be willing to do:

  1. Know of a group of adults with disabilities in your community who would benefit from a creative outlet and social interaction.
  2. Know of an accessible public space that is available where the club can meet.
  3. Be willing to volunteer a few hours per month to organize the sessions, communicate with the artist instructors and club members and to work together with MiAA staff to recruit members and solicit for donations.

If you would like to discuss the possibilities, contact MiAA Executive Director, Michael Gielniak at michael@miartsaccess.org.

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