Inclusive arts, advocacy, and family support for Southwestern Illinois.

We support individuals of all abilities and their families through advocacy, education, and the transformative power of art.

A young artist cutting paper shapes during a SIP Arts session in a museum gallery.
Young members of the Pathways Self-Advocacy Club holding their club banner together.

Everyone belongs here.

Why We Exist

Our Vision

A world where every individual with a disability and every family navigating special education or disability systems is informed, empowered, and free to express themselves through the arts.

No diagnosis required. Scholarships for any family who needs one.

Pathways to Expression Art Studio

An inclusive art studio for children ages 4 to 12 with and without disabilities, in Belleville.

Our workshops welcome individuals of all abilities. A diagnosis, disability label, or previous art experience is not required.

How We Support Our Community

Advocacy

Empowering individuals and families to navigate systems, know their rights, and make informed decisions.

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Self-advocates working together on personalized advocacy binders.
Education

Workshops and resources designed to build knowledge, confidence, and stronger futures.

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Parents and caregivers taking notes during a special education workshop.
Expression

Inclusive art programs that inspire creativity, connection, and self-expression.

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A collage of student artwork: a hand-drawn days-of-creation chart, a thank-you message, and paper rockets.>
A collage of participants decorating masks, painting pottery, and working with colour.

Upcoming event, our impact, and community moments

Featured Program

Students holding My Pathways transition binders at an Advocacy Binder Series distribution.

Advocacy Binder Workshop

A hands-on session where families build a My Pathways transition binder and leave knowing what to ask for, who to ask, and what comes next.

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Our Impact

700+

Families
Reached

9

Counties
Served

19

Years Serving
Southwestern Illinois

A collage of SIP Arts Foundation participants, families, and volunteers together at community events.
Stronger together.

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