The Community Arts Foundation believes in “Arts for All”
Our mission is to provide scholarships and advocacy for arts learning experiences through the Center for Community Arts.
The Foundation has provided nearly $1,000,000 to children, teens, adults and seniors who otherwise might not enjoy the benefits of creative arts programming.
Help fund our Year End Campaign
What your donation provides
“I’ve been able to meet so many wonderful people to learn from, and to observe their work, their process, and how they think about art.
This scholarship has been critical towards widening my perspective as an artist and learning something new every time I interact with someone and their work” -”
Support the arts in your community. Donate today.
Donations are tax-deductible and provide crucial funding for programs, scholarships, arts advocacy, and foundation expenses throughout the year.
Our board of directors and advisory council are a group of dedicated volunteers working to ensure that arts education remains a priority for their community
Meet our Board
The need for scholarships in this area is significant. 11% of people in Contra Costa County live below the federal poverty level, 32% of them are children.
Arts education builds self confidence, improves odds of college education and play a vital role in aging healthfully.
Why Arts?
It's a fact – arts education enriches the lives of children, teens, adults and seniors in countless ways. Here are just a few examples.
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Achievement
A student involved in the arts is four times more likely to be recognized for academic achievement.
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Low Dropout Rate
Low income students with high arts participation have a 4% dropout rate vs. 20% for their peers.
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Job Prospects
72% of business leaders say that creativity is the number one skill they are seeking when hiring.
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College Graduation
Low income students highly engaged in the arts are twice as likely to graduate college as their peers.
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The Art of Aging
For adults 60-93, studies show that creative activities play a vital role in aging healthfully.
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Positive Outlook
People actively engaged in arts learning improve their self esteem, confidence and leadership skills.
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