BALTIMORE, October 28, 2025—Kennedy Krieger Institute invites artists to contribute to its new KaleidoHOPE Healing Art Initiative, a transformative campaign to bring healing, comfort, and inspiration to the patients, students, families, and staff of Kennedy Krieger Institute.
The initiative’s committee welcomes artwork in a variety of mediums, including but not limited to painting, photography, mixed media, sculpture, textile art, murals and fiber. Donated art should be appropriate for a pediatric healthcare and educational setting. Preferred themes include hope, healing, nature, and art that incorporates children.
The unifying theme: Butterflies. “Butterflies often symbolize transformation, optimism, and HOPE. A group of butterflies is called a Kaleidoscope,” said Deeannah Taylor, lead organizer of this exciting initiative. “The two words combined give us KaleidoHOPE.”
“The name really encapsulates what we are trying to achieve. Just as the butterfly emerges stronger and more vibrant, patients too can emerge from Kennedy Krieger’s care with renewed strength and HOPE,” said Elisa Delia, vice president and chief of staff and strategic initiatives. “The artwork will create a transformative experience.”
A generous donation from a community supporter will fund the cost of installing the art, and an opening reception will be held to recognize KaleidoHOPE’s artists once installation is complete.
Artists interested in participating in KaleidoHOPE can find information here. The deadline to participate is Friday, Jan. 30, 2026.
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About Kennedy Krieger Institute
Kennedy Krieger Institute, an internationally known, non-profit organization located in the greater Baltimore/Washington, D.C. region, transforms the lives of nearly 30,000 individuals a year through inpatient and outpatient medical, behavioral health and wellness therapies, home and community services, school-based programs, training and education for professionals and advocacy. Kennedy Krieger provides a wide range of services for children, adolescents and adults with diseases, disorders or injuries that impact the nervous system, ranging from mild to severe. The Institute is home to a team of investigators who contribute to the understanding of how disorders develop, while at the same time pioneer new interventions and methods of early diagnosis, prevention and treatment. Visit www.KennedyKrieger.org/ for more information about Kennedy Krieger.
