Programs
At the Cheslie C. Kryst Foundation, we believe creativity is more than art; it’s a lifeline.
Our programs are built to spark inspiration, foster safe spaces, and champion mental wellness for teens and young adults. Whether we’re recognizing organizations that lead with compassion or bringing hands-on, our programs are designed to inspire, create safe spaces, and promote mental wellness for teens and young adults. Whether we recognize organizations that lead with compassion or bring hands-on creative experiences to underserved communities, we aim to connect, empower, and equip individuals for lasting well-being.
Here, every brushstroke, dance step, and lyric is a step toward a stronger, healthier future.
The Wellness Workshop
A day of creativity, connection, and self-care.
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Our signature one-day pop-up camp, The Wellness Workshop , is an immersive creative experience designed to inspire, empower, and uplift teens and young adults.
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Each Workshop Includes:
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Hands-on instruction using creativity in dance, music, theater, creative writing, and visual arts to promote mental health and well-being.
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Guidance from trained volunteers passionate about creative expression and mental wellness.
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Group discussions on how to care for your mental health and support others.
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Team-building activities that foster connection and confidence.
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Access to mental health resources and ongoing support information.
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A powerful closing group activity to celebrate creativity, community, and growth.
We aim to bring The Wellness Workshop to underserved and underrepresented communities, providing young people with skills, inspiration, and creativity tools to nurture their mental well-being.
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Coming 2026
A Creative Sanctum
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Where creativity meets care.
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A Creative Sanctum is our official designation for organizations that set the standard for blending creative expression with mental health support for teens and young adults.
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To Earn This Distinction, Organizations Must:
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Offer formal dance, music, theater, creative writing, or visual arts programs.
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Ensure all instructors, teachers, and coaches working directly with youth are certified in Mental Health First Aid.
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Post mental health resources in a visible, accessible location.
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Spend at least 15 minutes each quarter teaching students how their art can support mental well-being.
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Require all instructors, teachers, and coaches to attend biannual, one-hour mental wellness meetings that provide tools and supp
This designation is renewed annually. All organizations with A Creative Sanctum status will be listed and endorsed on our website as leaders in creating safe, creative, and supportive spaces for young people.
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