CREATING COMMUNITY THROUGH ART

2228 Fourth Street · White Bear Lake · MN · 55110 · 651·407·0597

www.WhiteBearArts.org

WHITE BEAR CENTER for the ARTS—Executive Summary 2008 Who is WBCA? • • • • • • • • •

Founded in 1968 501(c)3 Nonprofit arts organization Guided by a Board of Directors and By Laws 2 Full-time staff/ 2 part-time personnel 75 art instructors contracted (2007-2008) Annual Budget-$276,400 (2008) 282% growth in past five years Located in the White Bear Armory (since1996) The only nonprofit Art School in the North East Suburban area

What does WBCA provide? •

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525 high quality art classes per year in: o Visual arts Lian Zhen is an award winging artist and teacher in o Literary arts watercolor and Chinese painting nationwide and abroad. o Dance and movement o Drama o Public education lectures Professional art instruction for all experience levels and ages 3-4 Premier workshops annually with nationally renowned artists Rotating Art Exhibitions (3 sites, 8 x’s per year) Outreach programs at 18 Satellite locations Scholarships Annual Community art events—WBCA initiatives include: o Northern Lights—Juried Fine Art Exhibition o WriteNow—High School writing contest o Sandcastle & Creature Building Contest o Community Raku Firing o ArtWatch Gala o Iron pour o Annual Holiday Party and Member’s exhibition

Who does WBCA serve? • • • • • • • • • •

People of all ages (3 and up), all races, all income levels and all abilities 260 children: EcoArt summer camp and children’s art classes 150 teenagers: WriteNow-High School Writing Contest and teen art classes 1,532 adults: Art classes, Workshops and free lectures 200 seniors: Art classes at WBCA, programs at Lakeview Commons Senior Community Center 3,600 elementary age children: Frank Zeller-elementary art education program 15,000-20,000 individuals: through community events Homeless children and families: free art classes-East Metro Women’s Council Mentally and emotionally disabled youth and adults (Phoenix Alternatives and Trans-Plus) Physically challenged youth and adults (WBCA is wheelchair accessible)

Who supports WBCA? • • • • • •

950 individual members and contributors 30 local and regional business sponsors Foundations and Trusts The City of White Bear Lake provides facility use in Armory Partners in outreach such as Century College, College of Visual Art, Tamarack Nature Center, WB Lions Club, WB Public Schools, WB Historical Society and many others 150 volunteers contributing 1,000+ hours

WHITE BEAR CENTER for the ARTS Founded in 1968 the WBCA has become the leading (nonprofit 501(c)3) arts organization in the Twin Cities North East Suburban area, offering 525 high quality art classes each year for children, families and adults. Our current membership has grown to over 950 people. We have achieved 282% growth in the past five years. Staff Suzi Hudson, Executive Director Kim Bakken-Parr, Office Volunteer Tara Burns, Communications & Events Coordinator Danielle Cézanne, Education Coordinator

2009 Board of Directors Roberta Johnson, Chair Robert Cuerden, Co-Vice Chair Neil Johnston, Co-Vice Chair Kyle Frederickson, Secretary Anne Vail, Co-Treasurer Heather Dicaro, Co-Treasurer Robert Cuerden Steve Harmon Kelly Ludeking Sue Ahlcrona, Emeritus Director

The WBCA—Bringing People Together Anyone can be drawn to the arts, regardless of age, gender, or race. Art making is an essential human activity, taking the form of communication as well as expression. The arts help us celebrate our diversity as well as our common heritage. The WBCA offers 525 Quality Art Classes/Year • Visual arts • Literary arts • Dance and movement • Drama • Public education lectures The WBCA Offers Classes for Everyone • All ages 3 and up • All experience levels—beginner, intermediate, advance • New opportunities each quarter to explore many diverse art forms • 3-4 Premier workshops annually with nationally renowned artists • Custom classes for Scouts and Home school Co-ops

Kids painting class at the WBCA

The WBCA—Creating Culturally Rich Communities The following events provide access to culture throughout the year to over 20,000 community members. They are open to the public and majority of events are free. If you are interested in underwriting an event, please contact Suzi Hudson at 541.407.0597 or [email protected]. WBCA Community Initiatives: • Northern Lights—Juried Fine Art Exhibition • WriteNow—Annual high school writing contest • Sandcastle & Creature Building Contest • Community Raku Firing • ArtWatch Gala • Iron pour • Annual Holiday Party • Member’s Show and Art Sale • Rotating Art Exhibitions (3 sites, 8 x’s per year)

The WBCA—Making Art Accessible to the Community WBCA is committed to building healthy communities and ensuring arts accessibility to those who might not otherwise have access. We serve over 4,500 children, families, adults and seniors annually through outreach programs, not including hundreds of people who view our off-site art exhibits. Community Outreach Programs • Quality art experiences for 3,600 elementary age children, 3x’s per year through public schools • EcoArt summer camp for 260 children • Free monthly art talks, critiques and lectures • Senior art tours (free) and classes at area senior centers • Free art classes for homeless children and families at East Metro Women’s Council • Before-school art programs for young children identified at risk. • Annual High school writing contest, awards program, and specially designed teen classes • Custom designed classes for emotionally and mentally challenged adults • Free Public Art Exhibitions (3 sites, shows rotate 8x’s per year at each) WBCA Community Partners • Century College • City of White Bear Lake • College of Visual Arts-St. Paul • Cristo Rey Jesuit High School, Minneapolis • Dunn Bros. Coffee • East Metro Women’s Council • Lakeshore Players • Lakeview Commons—Assisted Living • Lifetime Fitness • Mahtomedi Public Schools • Masonic Lodge, WBL • North East Residents • Phoenix Alternatives • Tamarack Nature Center • Transitions Plus • WB Area Community Counseling Center • WB Lions Club • WBL Area Senior Center • WBL Area Public Schools “The WBCA is a high-class organization. We are fortunate to have an art center in our city.” -Mark Sather, City Manager, White Bear Lake

Community Iron Pour 2008

“As a community, we need to start paying more serious attention to the creative ideas of our youngest, our oldest, and generally our most marginalized members.” -Richard Florida, The Flight of the Creative Class

Community Iron Pour 2008

The WBCA-Building Healthy Communities The Arts Build Strong Young Citizens. According to a study conducted by Stanford University and the Carnegie Foundation* young people who participate in the arts are: • • • • •

4 times more likely to be recognized for academic achievement 3 times more likely to be elected to class office within their schools 4 times more likely to participate in a math and science fair 3 times more likely to win an award for school attendance 4 times more likely to win an award for writing an essay or poem

Young artists, as compared with their peers are likely to: • • • •

Attend music, art, and dance classes nearly three times as frequently Participate in youth groups nearly four times as frequently Read for pleasure nearly twice as often Perform community service more than four times as often * Living the Arts through Language + Learning http://www.AmericansForTheArts.org

The WBCA-Responding to youth by providing: • • • • • •

Quality art experiences for 3600 WBL Area elementary age children, 3x’s per year through public schools EcoArt summer camp for 260 children Imagine Arts summer art classes for children Free art classes for homeless children at East Metro Women’s Council Before-school art programs for young children identified at risk. Annual High school writing contest, awards program, and specially designed teen classes

The Arts Keep Seniors Healthy: According to the National Endowment for the Arts “Creativity and Aging Study,”* research shows that seniors who participate in the arts weekly have: • • • • •

Overall better health Fewer doctor visits Less medication usage More positive responses on mental health measures More involvement in overall activities *http://www.nea.gov/research/ResearchReports_chrono.html

The WBCA-Responding to seniors by providing: • • • •

Free monthly art talks, critiques and lectures Senior art tours (free) and classes at area senior centers Classes that welcome and engage seniors Senior Scholarships and discounts

The WBCA- Enriching Economic Vitality A study conducted by Americans for the Arts, Arts & Economic Prosperity III shows that there is a 7:1 return on investment of funding of the arts. The same study found that the nonprofit arts and culture industry generates $166.2 billion a year. Investment in WBCA goes right back into the community in the form of jobs, economic and cultural vitality.

Estimated WBCA Economic Impact based on 2009 budget • • •

Total WBCA expenditures: $206,000 Additional WBCA audience expenditures: $197,820 Sum total of WBCA local economic impact: $403,820

Government Revenue Generated through taxes and fees based on 2007 expenditures, equivalent budget of $206,000: • • •

Local government revenue = $14,342 total* State government revenue = $17,047 total* A total of $31,389 in revenue going to state and local governments* *This revenue is based off taxes and fees

The WBCA brings year round vitality to the White Bear Lake Area • • • • •

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The WBCA offers year round art classes (over 525 per year) The WBCA special events attract thousands of people to downtown White Bear Lake area. In 2008, participants came from Wisconsin, Colorado, Illinois, Michigan and Florida to participate in WBCA workshops and classes, staying in local hotels. Approximately 70% of our daily participants are from outside the WBL area. In a recent survey we found that 95% of our students shop locally and socialize at area restaurants before or after attending classes at the WBCA. With an average of 20 classes weekly this equals over 150 patrons to downtown area businesses. The WBCA serves a larger region and audience o White Bear Area Communities o Washington County o Anoka County Community Raku 2008 o Greater Twin Cities and out of State

Northern Lights Juried Fine Art Exhibition 2008

Comments on WBCA Outreach Programs Phoenix Alternatives Program: Art Classes for Developmentally Disabled Adults “Our clients find meaningful and creative ways to express their individuality using a variety of artistic mediums, thanks to the WBCA’s program. The WBCA set up an ongoing art experience for our clients and a workshop training our assistants to facilitate art experiences.” —Ann Alberg, Client Supervisor WBLA Senior Center Program: Art Classes—Watercolor, Calligraphy, Memoir Writing “The seniors have very positive experiences that keep them signing up for more.” —Barb Green, Director of the WBLA Senior Center Lakeview Commons-assisted living Program: Northern Lights Lecture and Tour “The WBCA provided without charge an interesting, accessible and comfortable art experience for seniors with limited mobility. They have asked to come back every year.” —Sue Jorgensen, Director of Therapeutic Recreation East Metro Women’s Council Program: Community Art Piece. Free on-site art classes “This was the BEST day of my life!” —Vincent (Resident at EMWC) Tamarack Nature Center Program: Children’s Summer camp and EcoArt “We value WBCA as our EcoArt Partner and appreciate the work you the staff have contributed to making this a reality as well!” —Mary Vidas, Director, Tamarack Nature Center White Bear and Mahtomedi High Schools Program: WriteNow-High School Writing Contest “The recognition my daughter got through the WriteNow contest changed the way she views herself. After winning an award in the writer’s contest she now sees herself as a successful student and talented writer! “ —Proud Parent White Bear Public Elementary Schools Program: Frank Zeller Elementary Art Education “To say we’re excited about this opportunity and partnership is really an understatement!” —Cynthia Moore (Director of Curriculum, WBL Area Public Schools) Cristo Rey Jesuit High School-Minneapolis Program: Weekly art classes “Thank you, we are very grateful the White Bear Center for the Arts is willing to work with us so generously to bring art to our school.” — Binian Weldearegay (AmeriCorps Promise Fellow—Cristo Rey Jesuit High School, Minneapolis)

2009-2010 WBCA Sponsorship Opportunities If your business is interested in underwriting an event listed below, please contact Suzi Hudson, Executive Director at 651.407.0597 or [email protected]. Catalog: Your recognition will be recognized in four consecutive catalogs. The WBCA class catalog is mailed quarterly to approximately 3,000 White Bear and north metro area residents and distributed to local business, coffee shops, libraries, etc. Website: Your business will be recognized on a special Thank You Sponsors’ page on www.WhiteBearArts.org for twelve months. Gala Invite: Sponsors will be listed in the Gala fundraiser invitation according to sponsorship level. Gala Program & Poster: Sponsors will be listed in the Gala fundraiser program and poster according to sponsorship level. Gala Stage Recognition: Sponsors will be recognized from the stage. Annual Report: All sponsorships will be recognized in WBCA Annual Report.

2009-2010 Sponsorship Opportunities Gala Invite

Gala Program & Poster

Gala Stage Recognition

$250

Website

Business name recognition

Business name recognition

Business name recognition

Business name recognition in program & poster

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$500

Catalog

Business recognition approximately 3.5” x 2” B&W

Business recognition approximately 3.5” x 2” B&W

Business recognition

• Business recognition in B&W approximately 3.5” x 2” in program • Recognition on poster

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$1,000

Level

Business recognition approximately 7” x 4” B&W

Business recognition approximately 7” x 4” B&W

• Business recognition in B&W approximately 7” x 4” in program • Recognition on poster

Business recognition from stage

Logo & business name recognition

In kind donations are an important means of supporting the WBCA. Please contact Suzi Hudson for details.

2008 ArtWatch Gala