Miami-based artist Brian Peterson is collaborating with Heaven Sent, a meal ministry with the unhoused in Miami, FL, in a Collaborative Seed Grant project, “From Food Line to Banquet Table.” The project brings art and community together through murals on pillars under a highway where meals have been historically distributed. The collaborators have made significant strides in bringing the transformative project to life.
Early efforts have focused on establishing crucial connections and generating enthusiasm within the community. They are now close to developing a contract with the City of Miami, a significant milestone that will pave the way for the collaborative effort and shared vision of addressing food insecurity and building connection with neighbors with art and creativity. At a recent event where a presentation about the project as a platform to engage the community was made, there was an outpouring of support.
As a result, the Heaven Sent leadership team has begun to develop their volunteer sign up sheets to accommodate the large dinners. Heaven Sent’s volunteers, well-known for their dedication and passion for community service, have shown unwavering support for our initiative. They recognize the transformative power of our mission, and their endorsement is a testament to the potential our project holds for bringing about positive change.