We SPARK! well-being through creativity and connection
Veteran-led arts programs building community across Oklahoma.
Creativity Builds Community
SPARK! Creative Lab works alongside Oklahoma Veterans and artists to create spaces where expression becomes connection.
Our programs form a creative pathway:
Connecting the Dots Workshops
Entry-level creative workshops for Veterans and families.
L.O.V.E. Cohorts
Deeper collaboration between Veterans and professional artists.
Ditty Bops: The Art of Listening
Multidisciplinary performances and exhibits sharing Veteran expression with the wider community.
Together, these programs nurture creativity, leadership, and community belonging.
SPARK! By the Numbers
100+ Veterans engaged through Ditty Bops performances and workshops
500+ advocacy letters sent to Congress and the White House
Dozens of Oklahoma civilian and Veteran artists employed through SPARK! programs
Growing partnerships with cultural institutions, Veteran organizations, and community groups statewide
See SPARK! in Action
While our work is best experienced live, filmmaker Zachary Burns has captured many of these moments through film. Explore workshops, performances, and creative collaborations from the SPARK! community.
