San Antonio Community Resource Directory
HUG ME Ink (Nonprofit )

HUG ME Ink is a peer-led nonprofit organization increasing mental health awareness and recovery sustainability through the arts. We primarily focus on the performance arts, such as drama and film, as our avenue to promote mental health awareness.

We produce films and stage productions as a way to reach out to our community on mental illness, recovery, stigma, and empowerment. We conduct workshops and host open mic nights to increase self-expression. One of our most popular outreach is focused YOUTH! We use the arts to create prevention tools when it comes to stopping bullying!

We work virtually on Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Fridays. If you are needing assistance, please fill out our Contact Form here and a representative will get with you as soon as possible.

Monday: 8:30 AM - 5:00 PM Tuesday: VIRTUAL Wednesday: 8:30 AM - 5:00 PM Thursday: VIRTUAL Friday: VIRTUAL Saturday: CLOSED Sunday: CLOSED
Nicholas Holstein - Artistic Director
Samantha D. - Office Manager/Academy Manager

Need a way to relax? We have adult art classes.

Register online here.

Monday: 10:00 AM - 11:30 AM
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Updated within the last 4 months.

Through our Resident Services Program, we empower communities by providing quality, affordable, service-enriched activities to individuals and families in affordable housing communities. We are currently working with Franklin Apartment Management to provide Resident Services.

Resident Services include:

  • General Equivalency Diploma (GED) Classes
  • Community Events
  • Health, Career, and Resource Fairs
  • English as a Second Language Classes
  • Computer Classes
  • Parenting Classes
  • Youth 4H Club
  • Senior Activities and Senior Trip
  • After-School Programming including tutoring and homework assistance
  • Referral Services
  • Youth Summer Camp
  • Youth Empowerment Summit
  • Food Pantry or Food Fairs

As a non-profit organization, we are tax-exempt, therefore all funds provided to HUG ME Ink to contract services are tax-deductible. Our Service Coordinators are trained to write grants and request sponsorships and funding to assist with programming.

If you would like to contract with HMI to provide Resident Services at your property, please email us for more information.

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Updated within the last 5 months.

Our Performing Arts program uses films, stage productions, and web series to advocate and educate the community on mental health awareness.

We also offer the following activities:

  • Dance Classes
  • Performing Troupe
  • Performing Arts Academy and Camp
  • Outreach through the arts
  • Creative therapies such as art, music, and drama

Click here to learn more about Theater Arts.

Must register to attend. Click here to register.

Nicholas Holstein Send email
Updated within the last 5 months.

HUG ME (Helping to Unite by Generating Mental Empowerment) Ink's mission is to advocate and educate on mental health awareness and bullying prevention through the arts.

If you are interested in becoming a volunteer, click here.

Monday: 8:30 AM - 5:00 PM Tuesday: VIRTUAL Wednesday: 8:30 AM - 5:00 PM Thursday: VIRTUAL Friday: VIRTUAL Saturday: CLOSED Sunday: CLOSED
Nicolas Holstein Send email
Updated within the last 5 months.

Want to make an impact? We're starting a youth coalition. Let your community know what needs to be changed for a better future.

Register online here.

First & Third Saturday of the Month: 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Nicolas Holstein Send email
Updated within the last 5 months.