Programs
& Opportunities
At Elevated Earth, we believe creativity, connection, and hands-on learning have the power to strengthen individuals and communities. Through art, agriculture, educational experiences, and community-centered programming, we create opportunities for people of all ages to learn, grow, create, and connect.
Our programs are rooted in the belief that meaningful experiences happen when people engage with the world around them—whether through creating art, tending a garden, learning a new skill, exploring nature, participating in a workshop, or gathering with others around a shared purpose.
From children’s art classes and summer enrichment programs to agricultural workshops, community events, and public arts initiatives like Art on the River, our goal is to make creativity and learning accessible while fostering a vibrant culture of curiosity, stewardship, and community engagement.
Below are some of the ways we bring that vision to life.
What’s Happening Now
Looking for upcoming workshops and events? Our schedule is always evolving with new opportunities to create, learn, and connect throughout the season.
We keep all current workshops, event details, and registration information updated in one place so you can easily see what’s coming up next.
Click here to see what’s available now
Summer Enrichment Programs
Summer at Elevated Earth: Where Creativity Takes Root and Kids Come Alive
During the summer, we transform long, slow days into unforgettable adventures! At Elevated Earth, art and agriculture collide in the most magical way, creating enrichment programs and week-long camps that spark curiosity, confidence, and pure joy.
Designed to beat the summer slump, our hands-on programs invite school-age children into a world where learning feels like discovery. Kids dig into farming, explore the natural world, and then channel everything they’ve experienced into vibrant creative expression. From planting under the sunshine to crafting art inspired by the colors and textures of the land, every moment becomes a chance to grow.
What makes our program different?
We focus on process over perfection. Here, children are encouraged to explore, play, and create without fear of judgment. That freedom unlocks something powerful—self-trust, imagination, and the realization that their own ideas are worth celebrating.
Each workshop is thoughtfully designed around your child’s unique interests and developmental needs. Whether they’re experimenting with paint, sculpting from natural materials, or learning new skills alongside newfound friends, they’re building academic strength, social confidence, and emotional resilience in a supportive, structured environment. Parents may contact us anytime at elevatedearth.org@gmail.com. To stay updated on class announcements, please join our Facebook page—the link icon is at the bottom of our website.
Summer Art Classes at the Elba Public Library
Our weekly summer art program gives children a full season of joyful creativity. Each class explores drawing, painting, mixed media, and nature-inspired themes connected to Elevated Earth’s agricultural philosophy.
Price: $45 per child for the entire summer term
To Inquire: Email elevatedearth.org@gmail.com with subject line: Summer Art Classes
Announcements and updates are posted on our Facebook Events page.
Biweekly Art Classes (Fall & Spring)
During the school year, we offer biweekly art classes at the Elba Public Library, continuing our commitment to creativity, community learning, and nature-based education.
Price: $45 per term (based on materials)
To inquire: Email elevatedearth.org@gmail.com with subject line: Library Art Classes
Announcements and updates are posted on our Facebook Events page.
Free Community Art Workshops
Join us every Saturday at the Elba Public Library for free community art workshops designed to make creativity accessible to everyone. These hands-on sessions provide opportunities for children, families, teens, and community members to explore a variety of artistic techniques, create original projects, and connect with others through the creative process.
No prior art experience is required, just a willingness to learn, create, and have fun. Workshops vary throughout the year and may include drawing, painting, mixed media, seasonal projects, collaborative art activities, and special guest artists.
Workshop details, schedules, and registration information are posted regularly on our Facebook Events page. We invite you to join us as we build creativity, connection, and community through the arts.
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Internships for Young Adults
Grow Skills. Grow Community. Grow Yourself.
The Elevated Earth Internship Experience
Elevated Earth offers a unique, hands-on internship program for young adults who want to learn sustainable agriculture, ethical animal care, and the fusion of art with farming. Our farm is a living classroom where interns grow in responsibility, leadership, creativity, and community engagement. No college enrollment is required—just a genuine interest in learning, growing, and contributing to a mission-based nonprofit.
We currently offer two internship tracks, both rooted in education rather than labor. Because each intern receives structured instruction, mentoring, and weekly training, this program follows a tuition-based model with scholarship opportunities for those who qualify.
Short-Season Farm & Art Internship (10 Weeks)
• 16 hours per week (two 8-hour days)
• Curriculum-based training in agriculture, animal care, art programming, and sustainability
• Shadowing and skill-building alongside farm staff
• Participation in farm tasks, animal husbandry, youth education activities, and community programs
• Weekly educational packet tailored to the intern’s projects and goals
• End-of-season evaluation and portfolio review
Tuition: $300 total
Scholarships: Available through community donations
Application: Email elevatedearth.org@gmail.com with subject line Short-Season Internship Application
Full-Season Farm & Art Internship (8 Months)
• 35 hours per week
• Comprehensive mentorship in all aspects of farm operations
• Progressive leadership opportunities, including mentoring short-season interns
• Participation in animal husbandry (rabbits, poultry, pigs, goats, cows, sheep, horses), crop planning, soil health, seed saving, rotational grazing, permaculture, and art-based agricultural programs
• Over 40 hours of classroom-style instruction during the season
• Training in sustainable systems, ethical farming, and community-based agricultural leadership
• Participation in youth and community programs as schedule allows
Tuition: $125 per month (8 months = $1,000 total)
Scholarships: Available for applicants demonstrating financial need and strong alignment with our mission
Application: Email elevatedearth.org@gmail.com with subject line Full-Season Internship Application
Educational Focus and Mission
Interns learn how farms can serve as responsible members of their communities while improving resilience, self-reliance, and ethical stewardship of land and animals. The program emphasizes critical thinking, creativity, emotional maturity, and practical agricultural skills. Interns engage with topics such as sustainable practices, natural systems, community service, and the ability to contribute meaningful ideas to the growth of Elevated Earth.
Community Engagement and Leadership
Interns often assist with volunteers, participate in youth educational activities, and help shape community art-and-ag programs. They learn collaborative communication, problem-solving, and how to be changemakers in a system often shaped by industrial farming, outdated practices, and environmental harm.
Supportive Learning Environment
The internship experience is grounded in mutual respect, shared responsibility, and a commitment to personal growth. Interns receive regular check-ins, approachable feedback, and the support of staff who integrate both science and creativity into the learning process.
How to Apply
To apply or request more information, email elevatedearth.org@gmail.com with one of the following subject lines:
• Short-Season Internship Application
• Full-Season Internship Application
• Scholarship Inquiry – Internship Program
You may also visit our Facebook page for occasional updates and announcements.
Support Our Internship Program
Tuition covers only a portion of the resources required to train interns. Donations help us expand scholarships, grow our animal-care programs, and strengthen community education. If you believe in sustainable agriculture, humane animal care, and creative youth programming, please consider supporting this work.
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Agricultural Worksops & Day Camps
Our Agricultural Workshops and Day Camps provide hands-on opportunities for children, families, and community members to learn about gardening, sustainable agriculture, animal care, food production, and stewardship of the land. Designed to be engaging, practical, and accessible, these programs encourage participants to connect with the natural world while developing valuable skills and a deeper appreciation for where food comes from.
Activities may include gardening, planting and harvesting, caring for farm animals, nature-based learning, seasonal farm projects, homesteading skills, and other agricultural experiences that foster curiosity, responsibility, and connection to the land.
Whether you’re interested in learning a new skill, spending time outdoors, or introducing your family to agriculture, our workshops and camps offer meaningful opportunities to learn, grow, and explore together.
Upcoming workshops, day camps, schedules, and registration details are posted regularly through our Facebook Events page.
Every brushstroke, every seed planted, every new friendship, it’s all part of the adventure. This is summer the way it was meant to be: full of discovery, creativity, connection, and joy.
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Elevated Earth Ferret Rescue: Comapssion, Education, & Second Chances
At Elevated Earth, our mission reaches far beyond education, we care for the whole ecosystem of well-being: people, animals, and the land. As a nonprofit founded by a licensed mental health counselor with expertise in higher education, we’re dedicated to promoting holistic wellness through art, agriculture, animal care, and compassionate community learning.
Our Ferret Rescue is a vital part of that mission.
We provide a safe, nurturing haven for ferrets who have been abandoned, surrendered, displaced, or simply need a temporary home. Our facility accepts ferrets in need and makes adoptable ferrets available to loving, responsible families. For those who need a trusted place to stay while their families travel or move, we also offer ferret boarding services to the public.
Ferrets at Elevated Earth are more than rescue animals—they are beloved members of our learning community.
When appropriate for their age, health, and temperament, our ferrets participate in educational programs, animal-assisted activities, and hands-on animal care experiences. Their presence helps children, teens, and adults cultivate empathy, responsibility, sustainability, and emotional connection. They bring joy, spark curiosity, and teach gentle stewardship—values at the heart of who we are.
What We Provide:
Safe, clean enclosures and enrichment
High-quality nutrition and habitat supplies
Socialization, playtime, and stress-reduction
Adoption placement for suitable homes
Boarding for ferrets whose families need temporary care
Education on responsible ferret ownership and welfare
A Community Effort
We welcome volunteers of all ages and experience levels to join us. Whether helping with daily care, assisting in programs, or participating in community events, volunteers make it possible for us to give every ferret the love and attention they deserve.
Through animal rescue, education, and hands-on connection, we empower people to care for animals, the environment, and themselves.
Explore our listing:
https://ferretshelters.org/shelters-directory/6664/elevated-earth/