The Foundation recognizes the essential role the arts play in enhancing the lives of people in the community, and the effect arts education has on developing young people. We believe that a healthy community has an array of performing and visual arts organizations that contribute to improving the quality of life for its residents. Further, a thriving community ensures that children have access to the arts, which in turn contributes to their overall development.

What We Fund

1. Funding is provided for small, mid-sized, and large performing and visual arts organizations that demonstrate artistic excellence and contribution to the community.

2. Funding is provided for performing and visual arts organizations and community-based arts organizations that provide arts education programming for young people, both in and out of school.

What We Look For

1. Cultural organizations that have a clearly defined mission, including artistic philosophy, articulated goals, strong leadership and governance, quality programming, and a high level of community participation, engagement or support.

2. Organizations and programs that promote the awareness of, appreciation for, and involvement in the arts by young people.

What We Do Not Fund
Except in special circumstances, support is not provided for endowments or capital needs, including renovations, equipment, and construction. Funding is not provided for debt reduction or for benefits/fundraising events, and primarily one-time cultural events.

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