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As a national nonprofit leader in visual arts curriculum, Art in Action has proudly served over a half million kindergarten through 8th grade students since 1982. We provide classroom lessons to develop the skills of what the World Economic Forum is referring to as the Fourth Industrial Revolution, chief of these skills are creativity, critical thinking, and complex problem solving, through hands-on learning with art. Today we reach 80,000 students and train nearly 2,000 teachers and parent volunteers in more than 300 schools and after-school programs nationwide. 50% of those we serve are Title I schools in underserved communities. Art in Action strives to be relevant to today's students and schools. In addition to our original Legacy curriculum line, developed by founder Judy Sleeth, we developed art forward STEAM lessons and lessons that teach students cultural understanding, social justice, healing through art, art appreciation and technique. Our lessons are aligned with Next Generation Science, Common Core, and National Core Art Standards. Art in Action has 9 full- and part-time employees and a 12-member Board of Trustees made up of current and former business leaders, community volunteers, and professionals in the tech industry. The organization seeks earned and raised revenue with nearly half of its budget funded through individuals, corporations and foundations.

At the California Center for the Arts, Escondido, we exist at the intersection of arts, culture, and community. Our mission is to serve as the cultural center of North County San Diego, bringing together our diverse community through the discovery, creation, and celebration of visual and performing arts. Situated on a dynamic campus, featuring a 1,523-seat Concert Hall, a 406-seat Center Theater, a visual arts museum, art and dance studios, and a conference center — we strive to be a gateway for artistic expression and cultural engagement. Our commitment to a stronger community reaches beyond performances to include an extensive education program and the production of free community events, such as: Jazz Jam Sessions, Holiday Tree Lighting, Day of the Dead, 4th of July festivities, and First Wednesdays musical performances. As a non-profit organization, we present a rich and diverse array of artistic and cultural offerings, aiming to enrich the lives of the community we serve. Through arts in education, quality programming, affordable rental facilities, and free community programs, The California Center for the Arts, Escondido, stands as a beacon of creativity, fostering a deep connection between the arts and our community. 𝘍𝘶𝘯𝘥𝘪𝘯𝘨 𝘧𝘰𝘳 𝘵𝘩𝘦 𝘊𝘰𝘮𝘮𝘪𝘴𝘴𝘪𝘰𝘯 𝘢𝘯𝘥 𝘪𝘵𝘴 𝘱𝘳𝘰𝘨𝘳𝘢𝘮𝘴 𝘪𝘴 𝘱𝘳𝘰𝘷𝘪𝘥𝘦𝘥 𝘣𝘺 𝘞𝘌𝘚𝘛𝘈𝘍 𝘢𝘯𝘥 𝘵𝘩𝘦 𝘕𝘢𝘵𝘪𝘰𝘯𝘢𝘭 𝘌𝘯𝘥𝘰𝘸𝘮𝘦𝘯𝘵 𝘧𝘰𝘳 𝘵𝘩𝘦 𝘈𝘳𝘵𝘴.

Our mission is to inspire mindfulness in everyday life through a creative program of 5-week courses and workshops. We have run the program with the National Theatre, National Gallery, Free Word Centre, Cockpit Arts, Wilderness Festival, The School of Life, and enjoyed a residency at King's College London.