Gifts-in-Kind
As with all nonprofits, Sharon Arts’ needs are many. Please consult our Wish List for ideas. If you can help, or if you know someone who might, please contact our Executive Director at Keri@sharoanrts.org or 603-924-7256 x303.
Any assistance will be greatly appreciated – and acknowledged. Thank you.
Sharon Arts IN-KIND NEEDS
INFRASTRUCTURE:
Gas kiln repairs for Ceramics Studio: $3,000
School lobby updates, including new furniture, kitchen and bathroom refits and upgrades to accommodate snacks and coffee service (Keurig)
School renovations/repairs, including new roof, humidity issues, etc.
School parking lot paving
Downtown Gallery refurbishments, including lighting fixed, a new office installed, painting, etc.
Weaving Barn restoration to transform it into suitable learning space and studios
PROGRAMS:
Exhibition sponsors (see list of upcoming Exhibitions)
Youth/Teen Programs Coordinator funding: $20,000
Volunteer Program funding (communications, events, recognition, awards)
ArtAccess, ARTventure Camp, Teacher Professional Development Series, Student Docent Program, Field Trip program for area schools, Traveling Art Show (to 4-5 local retirement homes and Crotched Mountain Rehab)
Scholarships
Faculty and Staff Professional Development (in fundraising, VUE/VTS seminar, etc.)
IN-KIND NEEDS:
Laptops for school
Digital camera for Galleries
Art supplies for Camps and After School Programs
New furniture for studios (easels, tables, chairs, print studio furniture)
Mulch for Memorial Garden
EDUCATION/SCHOOL NEEDS:
Create an endowment for the school
Create a “gallery educator” position (for public programs and docent tours)
AND WHILE WE’RE AT IT:
Annual Fund of $250,000
Endowment of $500,000, growing to $1,000,000