The Story of Kokomo Urban Outreach: From a Beating Heart to a World Illuminated

About the Artist: Deana Sparks Thompson

We are incredibly fortunate to house a sweeping collection of murals by visionary artist Deana Sparks Thompson. While Deana’s roots trace back to Greentown, Indiana, she spent over 30 years honing her craft under the expansive skies of Texas. Now back home, Deana’s influence on our building goes far deeper than pigment on plaster—from room layout to the flow of furniture, she helped shape this environment so the physical space and the art exist in perfect harmony.

Mural 1: The Heart of the Mission

  • Location: Entry Hall

  • Visual Marker: Teal Heart & "Live in Love" Canvas

"Everything we do starts here: we give away love unconditionally to ensure every child knows they are cherished."

Welcome to Kokomo Urban Outreach. Before any skill is learned or any work project begins, love comes first. This artwork represents our bedrock belief that every single child who walks through our doors deserves to be seen, valued, and loved without condition.