Arts education is critical for child development
We’ve made it accessible to over 85,000 students in 250 schools & organizations
Over 4 million children lack access to art education in the US
Our vision is that every child has equal access to quality and meaningful arts education that helps prepare them for future success.
Here’s what we do
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We offer complete art programs for K-8th grade
Whether you’re looking to teach art to a single class or a whole school, we’ve got you covered.
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We train your teachers and classroom volunteers
Having a culture of art at your school means everyone can get involved!
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We have the art lessons and materials
You can purchase program-specific art supplies needed for a year of art!
Your involvement has contributed to…
85,080 Students
249 Schools
2,721 Classrooms
47% Title 1 Schools
942.72 Volunteer Hours
See what our participants say…
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Educator
“I love the online lessons. They help me incorporate literacy into the curriculum!”
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Student
“Art in Action is great. You really get to use your imagination and express yourself. I think everyone should do Art in Action.”
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Parent
“ I am absolutely in love with your program. The curriculum is fantastic and extremely user friendly. ”
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Volunteer
“It feels good for my soul to be in a space and around people who have a shared mission and feel passionate about what they do.”
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Educator
“ I can’t wait to do the Art in Action program next year. So uplifting, educational, exciting and enjoyable. ”
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Parent
“I don’t see how any program could give kids a finer art education for the value.”
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Student
“ I like Art in Action because it is really fun. I get to learn new things every time. ”
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Educator
“Fabulous program! I have learned so much myself just by teaching the lessons.”
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Student
“I like Art in Action because you get to express yourself in your own ways. And it’s always been fun to learn the different ways to make art.”
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Parent
“It’s a wonderful program that brings out the best in each child.”
