Support Minni’s work to sustain high-quality creative programming for Boston’s littlest artists — and the professional artists, designers, and educators who make it possible.
Your gift helps provide tuition assistance for families in need and supports free community events that spark creativity and confidence in children across Boston.
Minni partners with Mobile Makers, a nonprofit design education organization with programs in Boston and Chicago, as our fiscal sponsor. This partnership makes all donations tax-deductible and helps us unlock new grant opportunities.
We’re deeply grateful for your support as we continue to sustain and grow Minni’s mission to make high-quality art and design education accessible to all children. Your generosity strengthens local families and helps bring creativity, confidence, and connection to our community.
Ways to Give
Make a tax-deductible donation.
Minni is fiscally sponsored by Chicago Mobile Makers, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit, so all donations are fully tax-deductible.
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Online:
Use the secure form above to give via Donorbox
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By check:
Make payable and mail to:
Chicago Mobile Makers
1757 N Kimball Avenue
Chicago, IL 60647
(Please indicate in the memo that the donation is for Minni)
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Give through your Donor-Advised Fund:
Recommend Chicago Mobile Makers (Tax ID: 82-3034634) as the recipient and note that your gift is for Minni.
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Maximize your impact with employer matching gifts:
Many employers match charitable donations, sometimes doubling or tripling your gift. Check with your HR or benefits department for details.
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Sponsor:
Many companies and institutions value creativity, learning, and community but aren’t sure how to support it. Sponsorship is a meaningful way to align your values with tangible impact for local children and families.
Questions? Please email us at hello@minni.space.
What Is Minni?
Minni is a community-based studio offering art and design education to children ages 8 months to 10 years. We host classes and workshops in our own studios and out in the community—partnering with local schools, libraries, and cultural organizations to reach as many children as possible.
At Minni, we believe every child deserves the chance to explore their creativity through joyful, high-quality programming.
Our Impact
Since 2018, Minni has:
- Served 7,000+ children through our art and design programs
- Developed and refined over 500 original art + design lessons
- Partnered with 30+ local schools, libraries, community organizations, and businesses
- Hosted more than 100 free community events
- Employed professional artists, designers, and educators in 100% of our programming
Meet the Founder
Hi, I'm Kelly Harris Smith. I'm a designer, entrepreneur, author, and mom. I founded Minni in 2018 to make the kind of creative space I wanted for my own children—one that fosters imagination, confidence, and joy through thoughtful design education. As art and design programs continue to disappear from schools, Minni has become more than just a studio—it’s a vital resource for families and educators across Boston. This next chapter is both personal and purposeful, and I’m deeply grateful for your support as we work to sustain and grow our mission.