Support Creativity, Opportunity, and Community
For more than 30 years, 1001 Colors has empowered young people through creativity, mentorship, workforce development, and meaningful public art experiences. Every mural, gallery exhibition, apprenticeship, and community project creates opportunities for artists to grow while strengthening neighborhoods across our region.
When you give to 1001 Colors, you are investing in more than art. You are investing in young people, career pathways, community connections, and a more vibrant future for our city.
We invite donors to support the fund that best aligns with their passion for our mission.
General Operating Fund
Fuel the Full Mission
The General Operating Fund provides flexible support that allows 1001 Colors to respond to emerging needs and opportunities while sustaining the programs that make our work possible.
These unrestricted contributions help support:
- Youth and young adult programming
- Community mural and public art projects
- Artist mentorship and professional development
- Gallery exhibitions and creative experiences
- Staff, facilities, and operational excellence
- Strategic growth and innovation
Gifts to the General Operating Fund ensure that 1001 Colors can continue creating transformative experiences for artists and communities alike. This is the most versatile way to support our organization and helps provide the foundation for everything we do.
When you support the General Operating Fund, you support the entire 1001 Colors mission.
Rising Artist Fund
Invest in the Next Generation of Creative Leaders
The Rising Artist Fund directly supports young artists as they develop the skills, confidence, and professional experience needed to thrive in creative careers.
This fund powers programs that provide paid opportunities, mentorship, and artistic growth for hundreds of emerging artists each year, including:
- Seasonal Apprentice Programs
- Gallery Fellowship cohorts
- Creative Studios programming
- Professional development opportunities
- Community-based arts experiences and exhibitions
Through these programs, participants gain hands-on experience, build professional portfolios, strengthen leadership skills, and develop meaningful connections with peers and mentors. The Rising Artist Fund helps remove barriers to participation and creates pathways for young creatives to pursue their artistic ambitions.
Every Gift Creates Impact
Whether you choose to support the General Operating Fund or the Rising Artist Fund, your generosity helps transform lives through creativity, opportunity, and community engagement.
Together, we are creating spaces where young people can discover their potential, develop their talents, and contribute meaningfully to the communities they call home.