Our House Is Our Home Cares Inc. (OHIOH Cares) is a non-profit organization established in 2024 in Prince George's County, Maryland. We are dedicated to supporting and empowering artists in the Washington DC, Maryland, and Virginia (DMV) region.
OHIOH Cares Inc. is a dynamic non-profit organization based in Prince George's County, Maryland, dedicated to supporting and empowering artists across the Washington DC, Maryland, and Virginia (DMV) region. Our mission is to provide emerging and established artists with comprehensive resources, including scholarships, artist fellowships, expert mentorship, and access to professional development opportunities. By offering tools, and knowledge; we help individuals cultivate their talents, enhance their skills, and achieve success in their chosen artistic disciplines.
Our vision is to foster a vibrant and inclusive artistic community where artists have the resources and support they need to thrive. We aim to be a central hub for artistic development and collaboration in the DMV region.
OHIOH Cares is incorporated as a non-profit organization in the state of Maryland. We are in 501(c)(3) tax-exempt status with the Internal Revenue Service (IRS).
OHIOH Cares is committed to providing free educational resources to artists. Our website will feature a dedicated section with various resources, including:
Foundational skill tutorials for different art disciplines.
General guides on thriving as an artist.
Tutorials for specific artistic skills.
Tips on starting a business in the arts.
Information on the job market and career paths.
Guidance on finding training and education opportunities.
Articles on the history and origins of different art forms.
Exploration of traditional versus new-age career paths.
At OHIOH Cares, we are proud of the impact we make in the lives of those we serve.
We offer scholarships and grants to help students and local artists achieve their goals, and we are committed to continuing this important work.
To engage the community and support artists, OHIOH Cares will host various events and workshops:
Annual Gala (Fundraiser):
Celebratory event highlighting our accomplishments and future goals.
Showcases the artists we've supported and partnered with.
May include auctions, special performances, and showcases.
Fashion Shows (Fundraisers):
Spring/Summer Show:
Held in March.
Fall/Winter Show:
Held in September.
Features local designers and artists.
Art Galleries (Fundraisers):
Exhibitions showcasing local artwork, potentially highlighting specific artists.
Ball (Fundraiser):
Themed dance event with art installations and sales.
Could be linked with design contests.
Auctions (Fundraisers):
Featuring works by local and spotlighted artists.
Festivals/Conventions (Fundraiser + Community Building):
Themed events with artist booths, performances, and workshops.
Supports small businesses and fosters community engagement.
Workshops (Community Building):
In-person and virtual workshops covering various art disciplines.
Contests (Marketing + Community Building):
Regular contests with prizes.
Examples include writing contests, cosplay contests, art contests, and comic contests.
OHIOH Cares will offer a marketplace featuring merchandise and resources:
Merchandise:
Apparel, mugs, bags, keychains, pins, tumblers, mousepads, etc.
Zine:
A publication showcasing our activities, events, artist spotlights, announcements, contest winner spotlights, and advertisements.
Art Products:
Special webtoon chapters, prints, business templates, stationery, planners, e-books, and more.
Artist Spotlight:
Monthly features of local artists needing support or recognition.
Focuses on fellowship winners and other notable artists.
Provides exposure and promotional opportunities for artists.
OHIOH Cares Cosplay:
Volunteer opportunities, partnerships, and workshops related to cosplay and costuming.
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