The Black Art Today Foundation is a 501(c)(3) Public Charity. Our mission is to support artists in the genres of visual arts, performing arts, and literature. Our purpose is derived from Kwanzaa's sixth Principle, Kuumba, meaning Creativity.
“Kuumba is the commitment to being creative within the context of the national community vocation of restoring our people to their traditional greatness and thus leaving our community more beneficial and beautiful than we inherited it. The principle has both a social and spiritual dimension and is deeply rooted in social and sacred teachings of African societies.”
We supply a variety of services and opportunities for artists and art organizations to aid artists in reaching their creative potential. The services we supply include:
- Artist Management
- Collection Curator
- Grants and Scholarships
- Group and Solo Exhibitions
- Marketing
- Marketplace
- Merchandising
- Mentor Protégé Program
Our Story
The Black Art Today Foundation: From Storytellers to Advocates
Born in 2018 with a mission to amplify the voices of Black artists, Black Art Today began by capturing their stories and journeys. Fueled by the vibrant pulse of African American culture in literature, visual arts, and performance, we became a platform for celebration, understanding, and connection.
But in 2022, our vision evolved. Recognizing the need for deeper impact, we transformed into The Black Art Today Foundation, a non-profit arts advocacy organization. We now channel our passion into empowering artists, amplifying their voices, and advocating for equitable access and representation in the arts.
Today, The Black Art Today Foundation is a beacon of creative empowerment and social change. We champion artistic excellence, nurture talent through grants and mentorship, and connect diverse audiences with the transformative power of Black art. Through exhibitions, conversations, and community engagement, we build bridges of understanding and foster a world where Black art thrives.
Black Art Today: Where stories ignite action, creativity inspires justice, and the future of art shines bright with inclusivity and empowerment.
Your generous donations and purchases aid us in funding those services and opportunities and ultimately helps to preserve the African Diasporic’s Culture and History, through the arts. Please consider making a donation or volunteering your talent and time.
Thank you again for your continued support.
Sincerely,
Alicia B. Clark, Chief Executive Officer (CEO)/President
Lisa A. Lumford Clark, Chief Operations Officer (COO)/Vice President
Black Art Today, Inc. dba The Black Art Today Foundation
EIN: 83-3410402
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