Fostering Cultural Connection and Wellness Through Art

At Yuan3 Chih4 Education, Inc., we are committed to using the power of arts and culture to enrich lives and strengthen communities. Our creative initiatives integrate artistic expression with educational and wellness objectives, fostering meaningful cultural engagement. With numerous prestigious grants, including the FY25 Festivals & Projects Grant, the 2024-2025 Live Arts Boston Grant, and the Asian American and Pacific Islander Arts & Culture COVID Recovery Program Grant, we are proud to bring innovative cultural programs to diverse audiences across Massachusetts.

Our Arts & Culture programs are designed to bridge gaps, inspire creativity, and provide therapeutic benefits through artistic practice. We are dedicated to promoting cultural understanding, inclusion, and well-being for all.

Key initiatives include:

  • Art as Wellness Programs: Supported by the 2021 Cambridge Arts for Health Grant, our wellness programs leverage art to improve participants’ mental and emotional well-being, particularly older adults. Through collaborations with local organizations, we create opportunities for community members to engage with art in ways that support cognitive health and social connection.
  • Traditional Chinese Calligraphy Workshops: Led by our founder, Dr. Yung-Chi Sung, a master in Tzi Chi calligraphy, these workshops immerse participants in the beauty and mindfulness of this ancient art form. Through these experiences, attendees gain a deeper appreciation of Chinese culture while learning calligraphy’s meditative and creative benefits.
  • Community Cultural Projects: Thanks to the Live Arts Boston Grant and Mass Cultural Council funding, we create interactive projects such as public murals, art exhibitions, and community performances that celebrate cultural diversity and foster collaboration. These projects beautify the community and offer a platform for voices from various cultural backgrounds to be heard and appreciated.
  • Creative Learning Experiences for Schools: We bring dynamic arts education into schools through the Mass Cultural Council’s Creative Individual Grant. From field trips and residencies to arts integration workshops, we ensure that students of all abilities, including those with disabilities, have equitable access to enriching arts experiences in alignment with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA).

At Yuan3 Chih4 Education, we believe that arts and culture are not just for entertainment—they are vital tools for education, healing, and social change. Through our programs, we continue to support the growth and well-being of the communities we serve by offering access to transformative cultural experiences.

 

PROMOTIONS AND SPECIAL OFFERS

Card to Culture

We are proud to participate in the Card to Culture program, a collaboration between the Mass Cultural Council (https://massculturalcouncil.org/) and the Department of Transitional Assistance, the Women, Infants & Children (WIC) Nutrition Program, and the Massachusetts Health Connector, by broadening accessibility to cultural programming. EBT, WIC, and ConnectorCare cardholders receive 20% off all our Education, Cultural, and Art Talks, Presentations, Demonstrations, and Workshops. You may find our name listed on the following site: https://www.mass.gov/info-details/ebt-card-to-culture-organizations#greater-boston-region-.

For questions and inquiries, don’t hesitate to contact us at info@yuan3chih4edu.org.