Mesa Arts Center Foundation

Mission

The mission of Mesa Arts Center Foundation is to support and advocate for engagement in the arts. The non-profit Foundation is the fundraising arm for Mesa Arts Center. The mission of Mesa Arts Center strives to inspire people through impacting and engaging arts experiences that are diverse, accessible, and relevant, and that enhance the quality of life and vitality of the greater region.

In partnership with Mesa Arts Center, the Foundation presents an annual gala, Evening of Musical Magic; develops an annual giving campaign and Membership Drive; and helps identify sponsors and grant opportunities; and host various member and donor events.
  

Arts and Cultural Education Sponsorship (ACES) Program

Mesa Arts Center Foundation also sponsors the annual Arts and Cultural Education Sponsorship (ACES) Program. Applications are now being accepted for the 2011-2012 Season. For more information and to download an application, click here.

History

For a number of years, Mesa Arts Center has appreciated the support of its non-profit partners. When Mesa Arts Center's programming grew in the 1980's, two support groups were formed: Galeria Guild and the Friends of Mesa Youtheatre. In the 1990's, they merged into the Friends of Mesa Arts Center, to continue the support of Mesa Arts Center programs and operations. In 2004, the group reorganized again to step up fundraising and advocacy efforts for the new Mesa Arts Center. To reflect their renewed commitment to and support of Mesa Arts Center, the organization changed its name to the Mesa Arts Center Foundation. 

Mesa Arts Center Foundation Board