“As is surely the case for many of us, most of what has shaped me as a person has come from experiences in the arts. It is vital for children to be immersed in fine arts at an early age. It doesn’t only grant children cultural and creative experience; it also provides benefits that are continually proven to be effective in children’s mental health and wellbeing. As arts programs are reduced or removed, there are direct, undeniable effects on academic performance as well as children’s mental health. I believe A.R.T.S., Inc. provides an elegant solution through professional programming that gives children memorable and lasting experiences.
“Every year, we provide performances to hundreds of schools, reaching more than 200,000 individuals every year. With a proposed budget of $350,000.00, A.R.T.S., Inc. could reach the entire state of forty-one school districts and make a difference in the lives of 475,000 students with extraordinary educational arts programming. This is an investment of less than $.73 per student. Each district/school that affiliates in our arts and education program will contribute approximately 20% of the total cost with the remaining 80% being raised through grants, sponsorship’s and private donations.
“I invite you to consider the impact your support could make. Let’s create a better future for all of us as we cultivate and foster a future generation that is more understanding, loving, and accepting of one another.”
