The Arts are for All
The performing arts inspire passion. They serve as a conduit for life’s many messages, instilling in the audience varied emotions. A community where everyone has the opportunity to experience the performing arts is a society that is richer in understanding and broader in its appeal. Arts for All is a Ferguson Center for the Arts program that works to that end.
The Arts for All program provides subsidized tickets to children and families in at-risk communities. Administered by the Ferguson Center for the Arts, tickets are distributed to targeted communities through local municipalities and self-identified 501c3 organizations (such as churches, Boys & Girls Clubs, Social Services, schools). Over the past three performance seasons, thousands of Hampton Roads residents have experienced the joy and wonder of live performance for the first time through Arts for All.
Performing arts is an expensive proposition, with ticket sales covering less than 60% of all operating expenses. We are fortunate that our community members have embraced us with their generosity to make up the difference. With your support, Arts for All can have a positive impact by reaching a larger portion of our community.
We hope you will consider making a contribution that will help us continue to create touchstone moments that inspire greatness in the children of our community for many generations to come.
Testimonials:
“Thank you so much for allowing the HYSORO girls to experience the beauty, culture and knowledge of the African Children’s Choir. It truly was an unforgettable night…”
—HYSORO Academy, Newport News
“As a public social services agency, we rely on our community partners to enable us to offer these special opportunities to our disadvantaged families. We are truly grateful for the great experience you afforded them.”
—York - Poquoson Department of Social Services
“Thank you for helping Jacob’s Ladder take a step to fulfill its mission of bringing enrichment opportunities to some extremely bright youth who are at risk of not fulfilling their potential”.
—Jacob’s Ladder, Portsmouth VA
“The staff at South Morrison Elementary wish to extend our sincere appreciation for helping to provide cultural experiences for our 4th and 5th grade students in the Girls of Excellence and The Men of Distinction. These citizenship clubs have helped to provide leadership opportunities for our youth and have made a positive impact on the total school climate”.
—Ann Robinson, Guidance Counselor and Girls of Excellence Sponsor
