LiFT Academy

Join us for an evening of art, conversation, and refreshments at the Sea of Possibilities. Enjoy a showcase of unique artwork and a fireside chat hosted by WFLA’s, Deanne King.

If you are unable to make it to the event, there will be an open gallery for silent bidding from 11am to 5pm on April 30th at TBFE studios, along with a limited number of pieces available online for bidding from April 27th- 29th.

Location

TBFE Studios
8405 N Himes Ave., Suite 101, Tampa, FL 33614

Celebrating Creativity, Supporting Independence

About Sea of Possibilities

The Tampa Bay Fashion Foundation partners with the LiFT Academy to bridge a critical gap in support. Resources like therapy and Social Security Disability Insurance often end for autistic adults at age 22. LiFT Academy fills this void, fostering independence, community connection, and improved quality of life.

For Sea of Possibilities, ten talented adults on the autism spectrum created unique, handmade art pieces to showcase their remarkable gifts and boundless potential. Your bid doesn’t just buy art—it directly supports these artists and helps LiFT Academy build essential resources for autistic adults.

Your Contribution Matters

What Your Bid Does

Directly Supports The Artists

100% of proceeds directly benefit the artists who created these pieces, providing immediate support and recognition for their work.

Provides Community Resources

Funds contribute toLiFT Academy's mission of fostering greater independence and improved quality of life for autistic adults.

Creates Reliable Transportation

Help acquire essential transportation for programming throughout the week, ensuring more autistic adults can access vital community services.

Online Bidding from April 27-29, 2026

Place Your Bid Online

Every bid supports artists and builds a stronger community for autistic adults. If you are unable to make it to the event, there will be an open gallery for silent bidding from 11am to 5pm on April 30th at TBFE studios, along with a limited number of pieces available online for bidding from April 27th- 29th.

Attend the event to celebrate the artists, discover additional opportunities to support, and be part of a community dedicated to autism acceptance and inclusion!

Online Bidding Opens Soon!

April 30, 2026, 6-8PM

Location

TBFE Studios
8405 N Himes Ave., Suite 101, Tampa, FL 33614

Empowering Tampa Bay