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Arts Council Santa Cruz County

, California, United States • 11 - 50 Employees
Nonprofit Organization Management

Our Mission: Arts Council Santa Cruz County generates creativity, vibrancy, and connection. Our Vision: A stronger Santa Cruz County, where creative expression thrives and the arts are integral to all aspects of our diverse community.________________________________________What We Do:-Provide funds and support services to artists and arts organizations.-Support a wide range of arts education opportunities.-Advocate for ongoing support for the arts.-Lead community collaborations and partnerships.-Communicate both the intrinsic and economic value of the arts.________________________________________How We Do It:Open Studios Art Tour: One of the most popular annual arts events in Santa Cruz County. For nearly three decades, we've connected artists to the community through this flagship program.Grants: Investing in artists and their professional development, as well as arts organizations and their creative and cultural programs.Arts Education: The SPECTRA & Mariposa Arts programs provide arts education in public schools, serving more than 17,000 youth each year.Technical Assistance & Workforce Development: Supporting and developing the creative sector through Arts Council Associates, Exhibitions, Workshops, and Fiscal Sponsorships.Collaborations & Initiatives: Advancing arts and culture county-wide through advocacy, cultural tourism initiatives, the naming and promotion of a Poet Laureate and much more.