El Arte de Amar: Transforming Lives Through Love and Education
El Arte de Amar is dedicated to nurturing the growth and cultural identity of Latin American children through bilingual education and the fine arts. Our mission is to strengthen family and community bonds by instilling respect for traditions, roots, and cultural diversity in a world still challenged by discrimination.
Inspiration Born from AdversityOur journey began with the heartbreaking story of Emma—a 17-year-old girl who, despite her privileged background, was deprived of the guidance, values, and emotional strength needed to navigate a dangerous world. Emma’s story illuminated a profound truth: true strength is not measured by wealth or academic success, but by the core values of love, discipline, unity, and family support.
A New Philosophy of Parenting and EducationIn 1995, with the birth of our founder’s first child, a transformative approach to parenting was embraced—one rooted in love, self-esteem, emotional intelligence, and respect. Over the past 30 years, art has served as both salvation and inspiration. In a home where education went far beyond the classroom—embracing theater, music, literature, civics, and the true essence of love—the power of art to heal and transform became clear.
Building a Community of Empowered ChildrenParents and educators quickly recognized the difference this approach made. What began with just seven children in a modest home rapidly expanded into a vibrant community of 80 children aged 2 to 16, all learning to sing, act, and live by the values of love, empathy, and unity. When our home could no longer contain this growing family, we found new spaces—parks, garages, and community centers—to continue our work. We remain deeply grateful to the Sol Collective for their generous support that has helped keep this dream alive.
Perseverance in the Face of ChallengeIn 2013, a life-altering stroke left our founder unable to speak or walk for nearly a year. Even during this dark period, the commitment to the children never wavered. This hardship reinforced our belief that even in pain, love and art must prevail.
A Vision for a Brighter FutureToday, 33 young adults who once stood in our circle have graduated from higher education and emerged as leaders, community builders, and role models. Yet, our journey is only beginning. We envision El Arte de Amar reaching every region, providing children with the tools they need to overcome the challenges of a complex, rapidly changing world. Our expanding programs—including Spanish, agriculture, ecology, financial literacy, fine arts, civics, human rights, and mindfulness—are shaping a generation of compassionate, resilient, and empowered individuals.
Join Us in Transforming LivesWe cannot achieve this transformative mission alone. Your support will enable us to continue offering these life-changing classes, extend our reach to more children, and ensure that no child—no Emma—ever faces the world without the guidance and values they need to thrive. Together, we can build a future where love, education, and unity triumph over fear and despair.
Will you join us in this mission?
