SNAP chorus is a place where my daughter is accepted and free to be the unique person she is. Singing and socializing with friends is an added benefit. We are grateful for Special Needs Arts Programs for how it has enriched our lives.

Snap Parent

When our art students display their work, they gain confidence as they see and hear how it is received by the wider community.

Jill O'Reilly (Advisory Board Member)

Singing with the chorus makes me feel happy inside.

SNAP Singer

It brings a smile to my face when my sister describes what she made during her art class at SNAP each week. I can hear in her voice, her pride of accomplishment. Through SNAP, one of her pieces of art has been sold and she earned money on the sale. She was so excited cashing her check. I especially love that she has made new friends and looks forward to going to SNAP each week.

Snap Family Member

SNAP concerts and art exhibits highlight the amazing gifts, talents and passions of this extraordinary group of people. It is hard to imagine life in town without SNAP.

Roberta Messina (Board Member)

Everyone did a great job. The projects were fun and the communication went very well. The students were really engaged.

SNAP Volunteer

Witnessing the happiness of our chorus members during concerts and the incredible artwork created by our special artists is profoundly rewarding.

Mary-Anne Vetterling (Board Member)

SNAP's participants shine while singing, making art, and sharing their creativity with their families, friends, and neighbors, and what a gift it is for the rest of us to celebrate and appreciate their many talents.

Community Endowment of Lexington

Our art, craft, and ceramic teachers introduce ideas and techniques that stimulate student creativity, further enriching their lives. For many, it’s one of the happiest and most engaging hours of the week.

Jill O'Reilly (Advisory Board Member)

"My son loves the class! It gives him something fun to do on the weekends!"

Parent

The projects were diverse, therefore keeping participants looking forward to the next sessions. It was good to give participants time to do their work independently.

Group Home Manager

"Lidija has pictures of each step, and short directions with each picture, which is great!"

Parent

SNAP’s chorus, crafts and art classes provide participants with opportunities for outstanding instruction, personal attention, creative expression, and social connections.

Roberta Messina (Board Member)

I volunteer for Special Needs Arts Programs because the time I spend there is some of the most meaningful of my life.

Jill O'Reilly (Advisory Board Member)

Singing favorite songs brings a lot of joy during such a hard time. Also, seeing familiar faces has been really positive.

SNAP Parent

Because SNAP is a private non-profit and not a government-subsidized program, our son was able to continue his friendships beyond school and into adulthood.

Rich Trakimas (Board Member)

The wonderful performance of the SNAP chorus at the recent Founders Concert reminds us that music has the power to celebrate the uniqueness of every individual, as well as inspire and unite families and the community.

Ken Neidorf (Board Member)

Our individuals like to socialize and Sing Along Chorus is a good opportunity for them to go out to the community to make new friends and also a great chance to enjoy themselves with music.

Group Home Manager

SNAP has been an important part of our son's social and artistic development. After turning 22, many of his support people and programs went away - but SNAP remained.

Rich Trakimas (Board Member)

Special Needs Arts Program represents the very best of our community. Being part of this outstanding organization is a privilege and inspiration.

Roberta Messina (Board Member)