Silicon Valley Creates

The organization builds the creative sector's capacity by: 1)providing local grants, workshops and management tools; 2)nurturing the next generation of leaders; 3)conducting research studies of relevance to civic and arts leaders; and 4)leading the development of below market space solutions for the arts like the creative center for the arts ("cca") in japantown. This program serves approximately 1.8 million people.

The organization increases access to arts and creativity by: 1)operating a hub of art studios for teens; 2)connecting teachers to arts education offerings through artsedconnect; 3)providing arts access grants to organizations serving high need communities; and 4)infusing arts and creativity into special initiatives like the women and children's center at Valley medical center. This program serves approximately 65,000 people.

The organization raises the visibility and voice of the creative sector by: 1)publishing content magazine; 2)promoting arts and cultural events through social media; 3)showcasing local artists through the artist laureate and poet laureate programs; 4)convening pick up parties; and 5)playing an active leadership role in advocating for arts public policy and funding. This program serves approximately 38,000 people.