In 1991, Susan Rodgerson took the principles learned from making collaborative paintings from Boston's diverse communities and turned it into what is now known as Artists for Humanity  (AFH), a nationally recognized arts organization. The premise that drives this organization is that skills equals power and opportunity. AFH is a four year paid apprenticeship program where teens and artists from a range of commercial and fine arts backgrounds learn how to create and sell their services. It is also a place where youth are nurtured and given an opportunity to be empowered and realize their potential as future role models and leaders in America. Damon Butler, AFH Co-founder, alumnus, and current AFH Assistant Artistic Director said, "Artists For Humanity gave me a voice when no one else would give me a thought."