About The Arts Alliance
Arts Alliance, Inc.
PO Box 591
Sandpoint, ID 83864
(208) 265-4303 phone & fax
email: artsalliance@sandpoint.net
website: www.artsalliance.info
Staff:
 Lizzy Hughes, Program Director
Kathleen Crouch, Education Coordinator
MISSION
The mission of The Arts Alliance is to stimulate, enhance and develop the arts in the northern Idaho region via partnerships, awareness and education.
PHILOSOPHY
Our philosophy is that art experiences are essential for the overall health and well-being of the community and the individual citizen. We value human expression, originality, and quality. We celebrate and validate the process of making art.
We are a network of community art advocates: artists, art administrators, art educators, business owners, and art supporters. We are vocal advocates for arts in the community. Our focus is on community preservation and stimulating economic development through cultural enrichment.
HISTORY
The Arts Alliance was formed in June 2006. The Alliance is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization.
PROGRAMS
The Arts Alliance provides programs and events that benefit the community, through partnerships with community groups and businesses. Our events and programs are fun, unique and “out of the box”; they are focused on making, presenting and preserving the local culture.
A primary goal is to operate a well-rounded arts center, providing a variety of art experiences to people of all ages and all economic levels.
Arts Alliance classes are offered for adults as well as students. Communities with healthy art programs have lower drop-out rates and a higher percentage of students who go on to college. It is important to note that art education improves student performance in language and math. (Americans for the Arts data)
Art classes are offered for all ages at the Arts Alliance Studio. In 2006-07, before moving into the Studio, we held classes at Sandpoint Charter School.
In our continued vision of the Art Center, studio spaces will be inspired toward specific media, such as ceramics, fiber, painting, glass, sewing, photography, performance, and more. Studio pass members will be able to utilize the studios on their own time to work on personal projects.
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Arts Alliance members have a wealth of creativity to share. We host art parties where the public can view new works, both performance and visual. These events often involve unique and interactive activities. Contact us for upcoming events or with your creative ideas.
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The Alliance collects and distributes information about the local arts scene through our e-newsletter. We also offer a comprehensive resource directory of artists, crafters, galleries, and art organizations on our website.
OPERATIONS
We currently hire artists and coordinators on contract, and employ part-time staff. The Arts Alliance is administered by a volunteer Board of Directors. Committees for arts education, fundraising and events are led by board members and supported by volunteers.
We receive support through businesses and individuals like you who believe the arts are a worthy investment in their community. Grants from public and private entities may support specific projects, and are not an ongoing source of income. Income from classes, admission fees and sales also contribute to our budget.
Members provide a strong base of support for our programs. Membership is open to all interested individuals. We also encourage businesses and organizations to become involved, particularly in our educational outreach efforts. We invite you to join our membership and participate in our activities.
Membership benefits include:
· A 10% discount on art classes
· A listing of class offerings
· Invitations to special events
· Our monthly e-newsletter, which includes a comprehensive calendar of community art events and art classes in Bonner and Boundary counties
· Participating in the support of the arts in your community
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