Youth Arts Access Fund

Waterville Creates believes that all youth, regardless of income, ability, or background, should have access to outstanding arts programming and arts education opportunities. Established in March 2022, our Youth Arts Access Fund (YAAF) provides youth aged 18 and under with free access to Waterville Creates’ events and programs, including movies at the Maine Film Center, theatre camp, plays, concerts, and performances at the Waterville Opera House, and art and clay classes and camps at Ticonic Gallery + Studios. Since its launch, YAAF has been accessed over 1,000 times, providing over $30,000 in free arts experiences.

The Youth Arts Access Fund was established with a generous seed grant from the Raymond J. and Mary C. Reisert Foundation with additional funding provided by the Margaret E. Burnham Charitable Trust and the Colby College Center for the Arts and Humanities.

In coordination with Youth Art Month in March, Waterville Creates is holding a special fundraising drive with the goal of raising $10,000 to support YAAF. Please consider making a tax-deductible gift to help ensure that all youth have access to opportunities in the arts. Every gift makes a difference!

All events and programs are eligible for the Youth Arts Access Fund. For more information, or to use the fund, please call the Ed Harris Box Office at 207.873.7000.