Art Cards for Scholarships raises funds to support our Seattle World School Scholarship and Mentoring Program, helping World School alumni to attend college or vocational school.  The Seattle World School is a public school where Seattle newcomers age 11-21 can learn English and adjust to life in the U.S..  Students who start at the World School and who graduate from any Seattle high school are eligible for awards.

Our beautiful 5×7 blank greeting cards are made from students’ original art work, done in SWS art classes.  We have more than 400 designs, including watercolors, pastels, block prints, murals, collages, ink drawings, and photographs.  Seasonal themes include flowers, birds, trees, and butterflies (spring and summer); harvest, leaves, and day of the dead;  holiday cards; and Valentine hearts; as well as mandalas, Mexican bark paintings, and portraits.  Here are a few samples:

We began selling cards in 2007.  Combined with direct donations from our wonderful supporters, we have raised more than $410,000.  All funds raised each year are given out to students.  All proceeds support scholarships for college or vocational school to assist awardees in pursuing educational goals.   Scholarships cover gaps between financial aid and costs for tuition, books, transportation, laptops, supplies, or test or application fees, and help students avoid loans.

Where to Find Art Cards —

Ken’s Market on Phinney is a major supporter and retailer for our cards.

The Washington Park Arboretum Gift Shop now carries our cards!

We also do direct sales and holiday sales.

In 2025 we’ll be at the Gates Discovery Center Giving Sale on December 5th and 6th.

At Gates we’ll be selling cards AND specially designed tote bags.

We’ll be at the Washington Park Arboretum Holiday Bazaar on December 6th and 7th.

For card purchases, personal or for a business, please email npf2@comcast.net.

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