Think & Wonder Inc
About Think & Wonder Inc
Think & Wonder Inc gives artists, students, and volunteers a place to make things and be seen. In the Las Vegas valley, that means teen writing contests, juried exhibitions, K-12 outreach, handmade craft projects, and support for film and live performance. The result is practical and human, skills grow, confidence builds, and people find community through the arts.
What sets Think & Wonder Inc apart is the range of creative work it makes room for, from writing and visual art to film, performance, upcycled art, and handmade craft. It also reaches across ages and settings, serving teen writers, K-12 students, community volunteers, and artists of all disciplines with a strong focus on the Las Vegas valley.
Programs
The concrete work this nonprofit runs. Each program may later become a fundable project.
ThinkART!
An arts program designed to celebrate community creativity, build confidence and self-esteem, and support artists of all ages and creative disciplines through publishing, showcasing, and encouragement.
ThinkWRITE
An annual creative writing contest for teens ages 11 to 19, open to Clark County, Nevada students, with short story, poetry, and essay categories.
ArtNight
A theme juried exhibition and community event that showcases local art, offers space to view and purchase work, and features artists of different disciplines.
Inner-City Outreach
A volunteer-driven program that provides free educational support to art educators in primary and secondary schools and helps K-12 students enter juried exhibitions and public displays.
WonderCAUSE
An art challenge and community program that includes upcycle and recycle art challenges, workshops, networking events, guest speakers, and volunteer collaborations.
Yarn for a CAUSE
A knitting and crocheting program that invites volunteers to make hats, socks, blankets, scarves, shawls, beanies, and amigurumi for people in need and local hospitals.
Creative ReUSE
An eco-conscious art challenge that transforms reclaimed and discarded materials into artwork that highlights sustainability and environmental awareness.
WonderVISION
A film and live performance arts production program that provides space, labor, technical assistance, and administrative expertise for film, dance, music, and theatrical artists.
About this work
In their own words — what they do, who it reaches, and what your dollars actually fund.
Mission
Think & Wonder Inc empowers individuals, especially underserved communities, through volunteer-driven artistic and creative programs that enrich lives and foster lasting community connections.
Who they serve
Artists of all ages and disciplines, Clark County students, inner-city youth, underserved communities, and community volunteers.
How your donation helps
- Arts programs that enrich community creativity and engagement
- Arts education and sustainable arts education
- Mentoring in graphic and web design
- Art exhibitions and workshops
- Volunteer-driven creative initiatives for youth and underserved communities
Our story
Founded in 2007, Think & Wonder Inc grew in the Las Vegas valley as a volunteer-driven arts nonprofit. Its mission has stayed centered on inspiring creativity, uplifting the arts, and strengthening community connections through artistic and creative programs.
Need help?
How someone in need can access Think & Wonder Inc’s services.
Clark County, Nevada students ages 11 to 19 can submit entries to ThinkWRITE when submissions open each December 1. Art educators in primary and secondary schools can use Inner-City Outreach for free educational support, and students in grades K to 12 can participate in juried exhibitions and public display opportunities.
Stories
The people behind the work.
In their words
A Place Where Creativity Can Grow!
The mentorship and opportunities here have truly elevated my artistic skills and confidence.
Participating in Think & Wonder Inc’s program truly ignited my passion for design and connected me with a supportive community.
Every stitch helps us make an impact.
Events
ThinkWRITE Teen Writing Contest
annualAn annual writing contest for teens ages 11 to 19, with short story, poetry, and essay submissions.
ThinkWRITE Award Reception
mid-April each yearAn award reception for the contest winners, held in mid-April the following year.
ArtNight
A juried community art exhibition featuring local artists and opportunities to view and purchase art.
Ways to help
Concrete needs and volunteer roles Think & Wonder Inc has shared.
Current needs
- Yarn
- Knitting and crocheting supplies
- Completed knit or crochet projects
- Volunteer judges for ThinkWRITE
Volunteer opportunities
- Serve as a ThinkWRITE judge and mentor
- Make hats, beanies, socks, blankets, scarves, shawls, and amigurumi for Yarn for a CAUSE
- Contribute to community art challenges and volunteer collaborations
- Support arts programs through volunteer-driven creative projects
Recognition & press
Awards & recognition
- United States Congressional Recognition
- United States Senatorial Commendation
- International Nonprofit Awards Network, The Most Innovative Arts Support Organization [USA]
- International Nonprofit Awards Network, The Most Influential Art Organization [Nevada]
In the news
Articles featuring Think & Wonder Inc from the Love What You Fund newsroom.
Frequently asked questions
Common questions about this nonprofit and how its work happens.
Who can participate in ThinkWRITE?
ThinkWRITE is open to Clark County, Nevada students ages 11 to 19.
What kinds of writing does ThinkWRITE accept?
It accepts short stories, poetry, and personal essays.
What does Inner-City Outreach do?
Inner-City Outreach gives free educational support to art educators in primary and secondary schools, and helps students in grades K to 12 enter juried exhibitions and prepare work for public display.
What items are needed for Yarn for a CAUSE?
The program accepts yarn, supplies, and finished knit or crochet projects like hats, beanies, socks, blankets, scarves, shawls, and amigurumi.
What does WonderVISION support?
WonderVISION supports film, dance, music, and theatrical artists with space, labor, technical assistance, and administrative expertise.
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