How Open Mind Foundation Works
Open Mind Foundation is a nonprofit organization based in Los Angeles, California, dedicated to empowering individuals and children from underprivileged backgrounds by providing safe, creative, and educational spaces for growth. We believe that self-expression, skill-building, and emotional healing are essential tools for breaking cycles of hardship and creating brighter futures.
We serve people who have experienced life challenges such as:
• Poverty and financial hardship
• Drug or substance abuse
• Physical or emotional abuse
• Homelessness or unstable housing
• Incarceration or legal system involvement
• Mental health struggles
Our programs are built to meet participants where they are, offering artistic, personal development, and career readiness opportunities that foster confidence, resilience, and hope.
Our Approach
1. Safe & Inclusive Spaces
We create welcoming environments where participants feel seen, heard, and supported, without fear of judgment.
2. Creative & Performing Arts Programs
Through dance, acting, modeling, music, drawing, and painting, participants can express themselves, process experiences, and discover hidden talents.
3. Life Skills & Wellness Education
We offer wellness workshops, goal-setting sessions, and entrepreneurship training to build the tools necessary for stability and independence.
4. Career Readiness
Our career workshops prepare individuals for the workforce with skills like resume writing, interview preparation, and workplace professionalism.
5. Community & Connection
By fostering positive peer and mentor relationships, we create a sense of belonging that encourages ongoing engagement and personal growth.
Why it Matters
Many of the individuals we serve have faced barriers that limited their opportunities. Open Mind Foundation exists to break down those barriers by providing access to resources, mentorship, and a community that believes in their potential. Every class, workshop, and conversation is an investment in someone’s future.