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ALLIED ARTS OF CHATTANOOGA
20 Bluff View - Chattanooga, TN 37403 - 423.756.2787

Rodney Van Valkenburg | Rodneyvv@alliedartschatt.org
http://www.alliedartschatt.org

Disciplines
Dance
Music
Theatre
Visual Arts
Literary Arts
Type of Program
In-school
After school
Age Range
Grades K-2
Grades 3-5
Grades 6-8
Organization
Mission: To strengthen the area's cultural life through strategic investment in its cultural resources; to advocate for cultural organizations, activities and initiatives throughout the community; to ensure the cultural development of young people.
Founded: 1969
Vision: Current goals include establishing a pilot program to empower four elementary schools to meet Fine Arts Standards; advocating teacher preparation that includes the effective use of the arts; ensuring strategic and equitable distribution of resources; and increasing donors and audiences for cultural activities.
 
Program
Programs: Ticket/transportation subsidies for students to cultural events, Artist-in-residence program, Public art grants
Youth Served: 40,000
Gender Specific: No
Season: Year-long
Method of Evaluation: Survey
 
Administration
Budget: $100,000
Funding: Private support, Government and/or foundation grants
Governing Board: Yes
Advisory Board: Yes
 
Community
Service Area: County
Serve At-risk Youth: Some
Collaborations: Cultural institutions
 



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