::OUR PRACTICES + OUR VALUES::

CHERISH BOTH ART AND THE ARTIST

We consciously and unconsciously consume art, many times without considering the artist. Our job is to humanize the art-making process so that communities not only value the presented art but also value the time, talent, and use of resources of the art maker.

EMPOWER COMMUNITY THROUGH ART & CULTURE

Knowledge is power. We provide information about history and culture through art to communities. We empower neighbors to take control of their neighborhoods and we empower families to strengthen their bonds by providing cultural and historical context to our art programs.

SERVE WITH INTEGRITY

Trust in the community is an essential connection that is needed to serve well. By ensuring our team serves with integrity, our goal is to grow community trust between our organization and those with whom we engage.

CENTER EMPATHY & LOVE

How we treat those we serve can have an impact on their lives. Our team is charged with treating our families and community members with empathy and love in every aspect of their engagement with us, especially during direct contact.

GRATITUDE IS ESSENTIAL

Gratitude is an essential practice that our team participates in. We are grateful to serve the community and for the opportunities that are presented to us. We are grateful to connect art makers to the community and to provide them with needed tools to sharpen their craft.

COLLABORATION IS QUEEN

We are clear that this work takes many hands. Working with like-minded community organizations to increase our impact is essential to furthering our mission. Establishing new partnerships and collaborations is extremely valuable to us and those we serve.