Sunrise Community of Polk County, Inc., a private, not-for-profit organization, founded “Wheely Amazing Art™” in 2000, as a means of creative expression for adults with developmental disabilities. Today, “Wheely Amazing Art™” is a unique entrepreneurial business that gives artists with disabilities opportunities to explore their creativity, learn business skills, and experience the fulfillment of philanthropy by contributing their time and products to the community. Artists with cerebral palsy, mental retardation, and autism design and paint bold, vibrant “canvases” using adaptive art equipment, most of which attaches to their wheelchairs. Every work of art is an inimitable, collaborative effort. Artists create and sell a variety of interesting products; such as gift boxes and napkin rings. Professionally printed note cards and framed art, featuring an assortment of “Wheely Amazing Art” designs, are also available. The Glenn W. and Hazelle Paxson Morrison Foundation, The United Way of Central Florida, The Community Foundation of Greater Lakeland, City of Lakeland, and Geico are Wheely’s founding donors. The program is currently supported through sales, donations, grants, and the United Way of Central Florida.

Contact: Rachelle Parady

Wheely Amazing Art™ Coordinator

(863) 680-2817 ext. 34

wheelyamazingart@yahoo.com