Bloomheart Foundation

Ingrained in the artistic heart of Lilea, just a stone’s throw from the ivy-clad walls of Artemius College and the fragrant terraces of the Rose Garden Theatre, the Bloomheart Foundation stands as one of Lilicea’s most beloved and respected institutions. Dedicated to ensuring that every child in Lilicea, regardless of birth or station, has access to education, the Bloomheart Foundation is both a beacon of opportunity and a living expression of Lilicean virtue.   Mission and Purpose   Founded in the aftermath of Lilicea’s occupation by the Empire, when access to education became more uncertain for the lower classes, the Bloomheart Foundation emerged as a response to a growing need. It exists to provide free and accessible basic education to all children in Lilicea, funding the construction of rural and urban schools, teacher salaries, tuition fees, and learning materials. Where local funding or infrastructure is absent, the Bloomheart Foundation steps in.   Beyond its broad support of general education, the Foundation also offers merit-based scholarships for exceptionally gifted students to pursue higher education at Artemius College. These scholarships have opened the doors of the prestigious institution to many young talents who would otherwise have been excluded due to financial hardship.   Sources of Funding   The Bloomheart Foundation is notable for its deep and creative roots in Lilicea’s artistic culture, aligning with the nation's devotion to the gods Lilium and Artem. Its funding is sustained through a mix of:  

•  Art Sales: Works donated by former scholarship recipients, paintings, musical compositions, poetry collections, and even performance recordings, are sold in auctions, exhibitions, and festivals. Many of these former students are now acclaimed artists, and their contributions are seen as both a repayment and a gift to future generations.
•  Donations: The nobility of Lilicea, whose families often include alumni of Artemius College, frequently donate generously. It is seen as both a public honor and a religious duty to support the Foundation, especially in homage to the goddess Lilium and god Artem.
•  Investments: The Foundation maintains a small but carefully managed portfolio of investments in Lilicean agriculture and artisan guilds, ensuring long-term sustainability.
•  The Rose Garden Theatre: The Foundation owns and operates the Rose Garden, Lilea’s most renowned public theatre. Lavishly decorated with rose motifs and echoing with poetry, song, and drama, the Rose Garden stages some of the finest performances in Aranath. All profits, after paying staff and performers, go directly to the Bloomheart Foundation.

  The Rose Garden Theatre   The Rose Garden Theatre, operated under the patronage of the Bloomheart Foundation, serves as more than a performance venue, it is a cultural sanctuary. Originally gifted to the Foundation by a retiring noble playwright, the theatre is not only self-sustaining but one of the most popular entertainment venues in Lilicea. Its open-air performances, especially during the spring and summer flower festivals, are attended by both commoners and aristocrats alike.   The theatre also offers free admission nights specifically for Bloomheart students and their families, allowing even the poorest children in Lilea to experience the magic of live performance and connect with the arts at the highest level.   Impact and Legacy   The Bloomheart Foundation has helped to build or restore over eighty schools across Lilicea’s cities, towns, and remote villages. Thousands of children have learned to read, write, and express themselves thanks to its funding. Many now work as teachers, scribes, bards, or artists, continuing a cycle of cultural enrichment and social upliftment.   Dozens of Artemius College’s most promising alumni began their journeys with a Bloomheart scholarship. Their success stories are celebrated each year at the "Night of Blossoms", a gala held in the Rose Garden Theatre, where past recipients perform or showcase their work and new scholarship awards are announced.   Leadership and Values   The Foundation is overseen by a rotating council of educators, artists, and former scholarship students. It is currently chaired by Lady Orelia Lysanel, a former court poet and Bloomheart alumna, who now serves as both administrator and chief fundraiser. Under her guidance, the Foundation has strengthened its religious ties to the temples of Lilium and Artem, further aligning its mission with the virtues of peace, beauty, art, and compassion.   The values of honor, charity, and cultivation of talent guide every aspect of the Bloomheart Foundation. In a nation where beauty and wisdom are sacred, Bloomheart ensures that every child has the chance to flourish, regardless of birth.