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DONATE Instagram Facebook Twitter YouTube VimeoEMPOWERING YOUTH. CLOSING THE OPPORTUNITY GAP We unlock creative potential so all youth can realize their inner greatness. Why Big Thought Big Thought equips youth in marginalized communities to imagine and create their best lives and world. The secret sauce that makes our work uniquely effective is the powerful combination of our social and emotional focus, experiential learning, community-centered partnerships, equity lens and future focus. Throughout our 30+ year history of innovation, Big Thought has become a national model in arts education, out of school time systems, summer learning and juvenile justice intervention. Now we’re one of six community partnerships in the U.S. helping scale national best practices in Social and Emotional Learning (SEL). At Big Thought, we empower youth to: Build their creative muscle Develop social and emotional skills and well-being Create their authentic voice WHO IT’S FOR Learners If you’re a student interested in what we offer or already participating in Big Thought programs, learn more about the student experience Learners Parents If you are the parent/s of a Big Thought student, want to sign-up your student for a program, or you are a curious parent who wants to explore what we offer, you can get more information here Parents Educators Whether you are already working with us or interested in learning more about our programs, this hub of information, tools and resources is for you Educators HOW WE DO IT Big Thought designs, curates, and delivers HIGH IMPACT PROGRAMS that are built upon hands-on experiential learning. Because we understand the challenges youth in marginalized communities face, we embrace trauma-informed methodology. Big Thought has three main ways we work: Direct to youth programs Learning Systems Big Thought Institute We develop and deliver high quality programs to provide resources to communities with the greatest need. Our direct to youth programs include: Artivism , Creative Solutions , Thriving Minds , The Fellowship Initiative and The Metro Opportunity Center at Handley . Big Thought programs reach more than 14,000 students delivering more than 321,000 learning hours each year. We strategically connect partners and resources across the city to create learning systems such as Dallas City of Learning , Create Champions Initiative , Learning Partners and Library Out Loud . Big Thought Learning Systems reach over 125,000 students, delivering more than 3.7 million learning hours each year. We obsess over design, ensuring that our work is research based, our staff is well trained, and that we are evaluating and enhancing our work year after year. We take our evidence-based best practices and share them with other nonprofits and organizations through a suite of consultation services including professional development, curriculum design and technical assistance. Our North Star Our long term vision and driving force is that all youth in marginalized communities will be equipped to imagine and create their own best lives and world. https://vimeo.com/452655291 Aug 21, 2023 Big Thought Receives $1 Million Grant to Empower Youth DALLAS, TX – AUGUST 21, 2023 – Big Thought (BIG THOUGHT), a Dallas-based organization dedicated to closing the opportunity gap through empowering youth and fostering creativity, is thrilled to announce a $1 million grant from the Walmart... Read More IN THE NEWS VIEW ALL Jul 19, 2023 Big Thought Announces New Board Members & Slate, and Appoints Vana Hammond as Board Chair Jun 20, 2023 Big Thought and Mr. Cooper Co-Pilot Creativity for Families at the Dallas City of Learning Turn Up Jun 15, 2023 City of Dallas Wins 74th Annual All-America City Award for Creating Thriving Communities Through Youth Engagement in Denver, Colorado Mar 17, 2023 Big Thought CEO Byron Sanders Honored as a Recipient of NCAA Legends and Legacy Community Award BECOME A MEMBER OF THE TEAM We’re always seeking great talent to help advance our mission. Check out current openings on our team. Learn More Key Supporters These organizations are significant supporters of Big Thought and the work we do. We appreciate your commitment to our community and closing the opportunity gap. 2024 Big Thought. All rights reserved. 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Explore opportunities on our team Search Submit Instagram Facebook Twitter YouTube Vimeo Close I’m interested in Artivism Passionate about social issues and enjoy working with your peers to express your perspectives? Let’s connect! First Name Last Name Email Phone My Birthday (MM/DD/YYYY) I express myself most through (select up to 4) Design Film Movement Music Spoken Word Technical Production Theater/Acting Visual Arts Writing I’m most passionate about (select up to 4) Criminal Justice Economic Equity Education Equity Environment & Sustainability Gender Equity Immigration LGBTQA+ Equity Racial Equity Religion SUBMIT Close Nominate a Young Man for The Fellowship Initiative My First Name My Last Name My Email My Phone I’m recommending the following young man for The Fellowship Initiative: Nominee’s First Name Nominee’s Last Name Nominee’s Email Nominee’s Phone Nominee’s High School Nominee’s School District My relationship to the Nominee Aunt/Uncle Coach Family Friend Grandparent Guidance Counselor Mentor Parent or Guardian Pastor School Administrator Teacher SUBMIT Close I’m interested in The Fellowship Initiative First Name Last Name Email Phone High School I currently attend School district I attend How did you hear about The Fellowship Initiative? Please select... At a Club Meeting At Church At School From my Coach From my Guidance Counselor From my Teacher From past Fellow From the parent of a past Fellow Social media ad Web Search SUBMIT Close Let’s Partner Up! It’s been said that teamwork makes the dream work. Let’s find a way to partner to empower youth in our community! First Name Last Name Organization Name My role at the organization Email Phone How would you like to partner? Listing my organization’s programs in Dallas City of Learning Listing my organization’s programs in Learning Partners Providing in school enrichment series (1-2 week assignments) Providing in school enrichment sessions (individual sessions as needed) Providing summer enrichment series (1-2 week assignments) Delivering after school programs on school campuses Delivering summer programs on school campuses or community centers Delivering programming in juvenile detention facilities Delivering a 7 week program for youth on probation during the summer Delivering programming as a spoken word or poetry expert Working as a Teaching Artist for middle and high school youth in pre-professional art experiences How did you learn about partnering with Big Thought? Please select... Rehire Recruited by Big Thought staff member Big Thought website Friend or colleague Flyer at school or...