Art Up Montana is committed to promoting creativity, providing artists with a platform, and making art accessible to all. Our vision is to cultivate an inclusive environment where art is celebrated, and local artists thrive.

Highlights

• Artist Support Programs
• Art Education Initiatives
• Fostering artistic expression and community engagement
• Support local artists
• Providing everyone with a safe space for creativity without judgement

We hope this message finds you well and brimming with artistic inspiration. We are reaching out to you today on behalf of Art Up Montana, a vibrant community committed to fostering creativity, promoting local artists, and making art accessible to everyone in our community.

Art Up Montana has always been more than just a space; it's a creative hub where art is not just displayed but also created, celebrated, and shared.

We believe that art has the power to transform lives, and we've seen firsthand how our community has grown and flourished under this shared passion. However, to keep this dream alive, we need your support.

• Art education can benefit children & adults in many ways, including:
  Academic achievement
  Students in arts programs tend to have better attendance rates and do better academically than their peers.
  
• Professional skills
  Art education can help students develop skills that are in high demand in the workplace, such as communication, critical thinking, problem-solving, and teamwork.
  
• Social and emotional well-being
  Arts education can help children & adults develop their creativity, imagination, and self-expression, which can boost their confidence and emotional well-being.
• Early childhood development
  Art activities help children develop their fine motor skills, and hand-eye coordination, and engage their senses of sight, touch, and sound.

We have seen significant changes in our students such as reduced stress, increased self-esteem, and improved ability to cope with difficult emotions.

Art provides a safe space for everyone to express thoughts and feelings, allowing them to connect with themselves on a deeper level.

Our hosted artists have had more opportunities for their artwork to be seen as well purchased and as well as an increase in their own opportunities with help in submitting for National art competitions and to share their skills with our students.

This campaign is a critical initiative aimed at securing the financial future of Art Up Montana and maintaining the space that promotes creativity, showcases local artists, and provides art education.

These funds will cover essential operational costs, ensuring continuity of support for local artists and art education programs.

Revenue from contributions will cover essential operational expenses such as rent, utilities, and maintenance.

These costs are critical to maintaining the physical space, allowing for a continued hub of creativity and collaboration amongst local artists as well as directly enhancing programs that support local artists, providing them with opportunities for exhibitions, networking, and financial grants.

Part of the funding will be allocated to educational programs designed to teach art skills and promote creative expression among community members of all ages.

Engaging the community through workshops and classes ensures art remains accessible to everyone.

I don't have a team. It's just me. I'm just a person who is and always has been passionate about art in all its forms. I have been around the art community my entire life.

Art has helped me in my expressing myself and I want to give that back to the community and help artists achieve their dreams.

Art Up Montana is part of me and who I am and it is a safe space for everyone without judgement. I have poured myself into it with all of me and all of the little bit I have. I believe in it so much that I will do whatever I have to to see it reach its place in everyone's lives.

Please, even the tiniest amount can help.