We bring breathwork, meditation, yoga, sound healing, and art to underserved neighborhoods—reducing stress and isolation for residents within 60 days of funding.
When support feels distant, stress, grief, and loneliness pile up and weigh on daily life. Traditional wellness options are costly, far away, or hard to access without transportation. Soul Medicine Mobile meets people where they are, turning a bright yellow van into welcoming space for healing, connection, and hope.
A mom juggling shifts can’t travel across town for a class. A senior without a car misses community. Teens hear about mindfulness but never experience it. Parks sit empty while stress grows. Waiting means more isolation, higher anxiety, and lost moments of relief.
Our insight: small, consistent practices in familiar spaces create real change. We transform parks, schoolyards, and courtyards into pop-up sanctuaries—offering breathwork, yoga, meditation, sound healing, and creative expression at no or low cost. Volunteers, tele-support, and simple care kits extend the impact after each event. Picture this: a Wednesday art circle in a neighborhood park helps a widowed elder smile, breathe deeper, and return the next week with a friend.
An outdoor setting featuring individuals engaging in arts and crafts activities, with colorful supplies and a serene park background.
Soul Medicine Mobile was born from my own healing and the people I’ve supported along the way. I struggled with depression for years and watched loved ones face mental health, homelessness, and addiction. Simple practices—breathwork, meditation, yoga, and art—helped me find steadiness and meaning again. As I shared these tools, I saw anxiety ease and joy return for others too. But retreats and private sessions aren’t accessible for many. Everyone deserves support and a welcoming place to begin. That’s why we’re bringing wellness directly into neighborhoods, with care that meets people where they are. In 2025, we were awarded a $10,000 grant from The 10‑min Walk Program to help outfit a used van and launch.
By meeting people where they are, participation rises and first-time anxiety drops. Every setup includes shade, seating, and clear signage to ensure comfort and belonging.
Facilitators frame practices with choice and safety, reducing stigma and overwhelm. Sessions emphasize grounding, breath, and creative expression over performance or perfection.
Grants and donations cover core costs so communities can access care. Sliding-scale contributions, when possible, help sustain more frequent neighborhood events.
Participants receive simple prompts and optional tele-support for continuity. These touchpoints help habits stick and make it easier to return the next week.
Where allowed, affiliate links fund more kits at no extra cost to supporters. Each kit underscores accessibility, practicality, and daily use over novelty.
We train volunteers in welcoming roles, safe setup, and participant support. Clear playbooks create consistent quality and a warm experience every time.
We track encounters, cost per visit, and engagement indicators to guide improvements. This rigor builds trust and improves planning across neighborhoods.
Art tables alongside movement and breath welcome all ages and comfort levels. Participants leave with a keepsake and a felt sense of accomplishment.
With initial grants and community gifts, we purchase a used van and essential gear. Within 30–60 days of full funding, we’re road-ready and scheduled.
We coordinate with schools, parks, and community groups to choose times that work. Partners feel ownership and residents see consistent, reliable offerings.
Facilitators and volunteers create a relaxed, stigma‑free space in 30 minutes. Participants leave grounded, connected, and eager to return next week.
Light tele-support and simple resource kits keep practices alive between visits. People feel seen, supported, and confident to practice at home.
Each quarter we share reach, costs, and stories with donors and partners. Transparent data builds trust and guides smarter programming.
Real experiences from people who trust us
“The pop‑ups doubled participation compared to our indoor workshops. Parents told us their teens practiced the breathing exercises before exams and slept better the same week.”
“We saw a noticeable drop in lunchtime conflicts after three sessions. Students asked, unprompted, to keep the weekly meditation circle going.”
“Residents who rarely join group activities came for art and stayed for sound healing. The smiles lasted all afternoon—families noticed the change.”
“The playbooks made it easy to help. Setup time dropped by half after our first month, and we added a second weekly session.”
Plant the seeds of healing. Fund essential supplies so one more neighbor can attend each week.
Sustain weekly rhythm across multiple sites with materials and volunteer training covered.
Anchor a neighborhood series and extend hours to reach more families and elders.
| Feature/Criteria | Our Solution | Alternative A | Alternative B |
|---|---|---|---|
| Location accessibility | ✓ On‑site in neighborhoods | ✗ Central clinic only | ✓ Occasional pop‑up fair |
| Cost to participants | ✓ Free / low‑cost | ✗ Standard clinic fees | ✓ Usually free |
| Trauma‑informed facilitation | ✓ Embedded in every session | ✗ Varies by provider | ✗ Not guaranteed |
| Consistency over time | ✓ Weekly/biweekly rhythm | ✓ Appointments available | ✗ One‑time events |
| Follow‑up support | ✓ Light tele‑support and kits | ✓ Limited phone lines | ✗ Rarely provided |
| Space and stigma | ✓ Open, welcoming outdoor setups | ✗ Clinical environment | ✓ Festival‑style, busy |
| Impact transparency | ✓ Quarterly public reports | ✗ Internal only | ✗ Minimal tracking |
| When alternatives suffice | — | ✓ Clinical care needed | ✓ Large awareness day |
An outdoor event with people seated at tables engaging in creative activities, surrounded by trees and hills.
An image depicting people participating in a painting workshop, with completed artwork visible on an easel in the foreground.
An image of a handmade vision board featuring inspirational quotes, images, and themes centered around creativity, travel, and positive mindfulness.
A group of people outdoors holding up paintings, set against a scenic background of hills and trees.
An indoor art class setting featuring participants painting autumn leaves with vibrant blue and orange hues. A teacher is instructing the group.
A person holding a colorful autumn-themed painting on a blue background in an indoor art studio setting.
A group of people displaying their cosmic-themed paintings during an outdoor art event, suggesting creativity and collaboration.
A group of people holding up their artworks in a creative and celebratory setting with decorations, paintings, and snacks on the table.
A person is holding up a creative collage with images of horses, patterns, and colorful elements, set against an outdoor backdrop.
The image depicts a group of people engaged in a painting class, with participants seated at tables and working on their canvases in a classroom-like setting.
An outdoor scene featuring a group of people seated in a circle on blankets, engaging in an activity surrounded by nature.
An outdoor workshop or creative event with participants sitting under umbrellas, engaging in activities with bottles and tools.
A person holding a colorful painting that features a silhouette of a tree against a vibrant sunset background, set in an outdoor community setting.
A group of individuals displaying their paintings in an arts and crafts setting.
A group of people displaying colorful paintings at an outdoor community event.
A group of individuals participating in an outdoor meditation session with colorful singing bowls and a decorative mat.
Everything you need to know
Art lowers the barrier for first‑time participation and invites people of all ages to join. Many folks who hesitate to move or meditate will happily paint or collage. Once they feel safe and connected, movement and breath come more naturally. Creative expression also gives people something tangible to take home—reminders that the practice continues beyond the park.
Gifts help purchase and outfit a used van, cover insurance and fuel, and supply mats, shade, journals, and art materials. Funding also supports volunteer coordination and light tele‑support so participants stay connected between events. Together, we turn a blank canvas into a vehicle for hope.
We track encounters, cost per visit, volunteer hours, and follow‑up engagement. Within six months, we recorded 816 total encounters at an average of $64.88 per touchpoint. We publish quarterly snapshots for donors and partners and review lessons to improve programming.
No. We offer community‑based, trauma‑informed wellness and creative practices that support well‑being. We do not diagnose, treat, or replace clinical care. This might NOT be for you if you’re seeking licensed therapy or medical treatment—please consult a qualified professional.
Online resources are helpful, and we encourage them. Many people, however, need a welcoming in‑person space to begin and a neighborly rhythm to return. Our pop‑ups reduce isolation, build trust, and make it easier to practice together—then continue at home with simple tools.
Sessions use consent‑based language, offer options for every body and ability, and welcome people to opt in or observe. We set up shade, seating, and clear boundaries, and we frame every practice as an invitation. Facilitators receive trauma‑informed training and de‑escalation basics.
As a reference point, our six‑month pilot averaged $64.88 per encounter and 10.9 visits per $1,000. Your gift helps cover space setup, materials, and facilitation so we can show up consistently. We share quarterly reports so you can see how support becomes community experiences.
Yes. Donations are processed through Givebutter, a secure online fundraising platform. We never store your full payment details on our website. You’ll receive a receipt for your records.
Yes. Soul Medicine Mobile is a 501(c)(3). In 2025, we received a $10,000 grant from The 10‑min Walk Program toward outfitting our van. Contributions are tax‑deductible to the extent allowed by law; please consult your tax advisor.
Volunteer at pop‑ups, help with art stations, or support translation and outreach. You can also sponsor care kits or share our posts with your network. If you run a school or community site, reach out to co‑design a neighborhood series.
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