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Get to Know Us
Brushes for a Better Planet began with a simple question: What if research could feel more human, more visible, more alive? We saw a gap between academic knowledge and the communities it aims to serve—especially in the climate space. Driven by a belief in the power of creative collaboration, we set out to bring artists and researchers together to co-create visual stories that make science more accessible, emotional, and actionable. What started as a small idea has grown into a movement to reimagine how we understand, share, and act on the most pressing challenges of our time.
WHO WE ARE
Brushes for a Better Planet bridges art and climate research by uniting artists, academics, and communities in a hackathon and exhibition. It makes climate science accessible, centers lived experience, and fosters co-produced knowledge for climate justice.
WHAT WE DO
Co-creating a just, livable future through stories that move us.
Brushes for a Better Planet brings together individuals from diverse backgrounds to collaborate on creative projects that raise awareness about climate change and advocate for sustainable solutions. Through art, education, and community engagement, we strive to inspire action and promote environmental stewardship.
Brushes for a Better Planet is a nonprofit initiative fiscally sponsored by Artists for Climate Awareness, a 501(c)(3) organization dedicated to inspiring creative action for environmental healing.