Community Arts Directory

Community Art Directory

Welcome to the Arts Education Alliance of the Bay Area's Community Arts Directory: a searchable database of community arts partners connecting teachers, teaching artists, organizations, and community stakeholders.

Find a community arts partner that's right for you by clicking on the search bars below and identifying your needs by discipline, grade level, and/or area served.

Note: partners listed in this directory are self-selected. You're encouraged to further explore potential partners' background, experience, and expertise.

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21st Century LEARNING

Alameda County, Contra Costa County, Marin County, Napa County, San Francisco County, San Mateo County, Santa Clara County, Solano County, Sonoma County

[email protected]

510-967-1946

https://www.21stcenturylearning.com

In an algorithm-driven cultural climate increasingly shaped by AI, 21st Century LEARNING offers a refreshing space for students to engage their hearts and minds as human beings. Custom-designed, student-centered workshops combine literary and visual

Service Offerings: In-school/classroom arts programming, After school arts at one or more school or community sites, Professional development workshops, Culturally relevant art experiences, Family art activities (ex: workshops/art nights), online workshops also available

Grades

Kindergarten - 5th grade, 6th - 8th grade, 9th - 12th grade

Disciplines

Literary Arts, Media Arts, Theater, Visual Art

AHC dba The Center for ArtEsteem

Alameda County, Contra Costa County, San Francisco County

[email protected]

510-652-5530

https://www.ahc-oakland.org/

The mission and purpose of The Center for ArtEsteem/Attitudinal Healing Connection, Inc. (ArtEsteem) is to empower individuals to be self-aware and inspired through arts, creativity, and education, making positive choices to break the cycle of violen

Service Offerings: In-school/classroom arts programming, After school arts at one or more school or community sites, Professional development workshops, Culturally relevant art experiences, Family art activities (ex: workshops/art nights)

Grades

Kindergarten - 5th grade, 6th - 8th grade, 9th - 12th grade

Disciplines

Media Arts, Visual Art

Alonzo King LINES Ballet

San Francisco County

[email protected]

415-863-3040

https://linesballet.org/dance-education/community-programs/

LINES Community Programs provides students with access to the creative process of Alonzo King LINES Ballet. Rooted in our unique HeART with LINES curriculum emphasizing humility, empathy, artistry, ritual and truth, LINES Community Programming benefi

Service Offerings: In-school/classroom arts programming, Professional development workshops, Culturally relevant art experiences, Study trips to our off-campus site/space, Family art activities (ex workshops / art nights), Touring performances/demos at community and school sites

Grades

Early Childhood, Kindergarten - 5th grade, 6th - 8th grade, 9th - 12th grade

Disciplines

Dance

Alphabet Rockers

Alameda County, Contra Costa County, Marin County, San Francisco County, San Mateo County, Santa Clara County

[email protected]

http://www.alphabetrockers.com/artseducation

Alphabet Rockers make GRAMMY-winning music that makes change. Alphabet Rockers have offered impactful music programs that are both aligned with SEL outcomes and integrative of antiracism practice since 2009. Through assemblies, professional developme

Service Offerings: In-school/classroom arts programming, Professional development workshops, Culturally relevant art experiences, Family art activities (ex workshops / art nights), Touring performances/demos at community and school sites

Grades

Kindergarten - 5th grade, 6th - 8th grade, 9th - 12th grade

Disciplines

Dance, Music

American Bookbinders Museum

San Francisco County

[email protected]

415-824-9754

https://bookbindersmuseum.org/

Looking for an engaging way for your class to learn about an important part of history and its impact? The American Bookbinders Museum offers an array of customizable tours and age-appropriate activities to best meet your classroom needs. The America

Service Offerings: Study trips to our off-campus site/space, Culturally relevant art experiences (ex. guided tours/workshops/activities)

Grades

Kindergarten - 5th grade, 6th - 8th grade, 9th - 12th grade

Disciplines

Literary Arts

American Conservatory Theater

Alameda County, Contra Costa County, Marin County, San Francisco County, San Mateo County

[email protected]

https://www.act-sf.org/

A.C.T. provides more than 15,000 young people, educators and community members from the Bay Area opportunities to experience the transformative power of theater each year through engaging performances, events, workshops, in-school residencies, Studen

Service Offerings: Engaging performances, Events, Workshops, In-school residencies, Student Matinees, Professional development opportunities

Grades

Kindergarten - 5th grade, 6th - 8th grade, 9th - 12th grade, Students with disabilities ages 18-22

Disciplines

Theater

Art in Action

Alameda County, Contra Costa County, Marin County, Napa County, San Francisco County, San Mateo County, Santa Clara County, Solano County, Sonoma County

[email protected]

650-566-8339

https://artinaction.org/

Our Mission: Art in Action empowers children through arts education. We ignite students’ creativity and thinking by providing engaging visual arts programs. Our Vision: Our vision is that art is an integral part of every student’s education,

Service Offerings: In-school/classroom arts programming, After school arts at one or more school or community sites, Professional development workshops, Culturally relevant art experiences, Family art activities (ex: workshops/art nights)

Grades

Kindergarten - 5th grade, 6th - 8th grade

Disciplines

Visual Art

Art Integration Education

Alameda County, Contra Costa County, San Francisco County, San Mateo County, Santa Clara County

[email protected]

510-519-4387

https://artintegrationeducation.org

Art Integration Education empowers children and those who serve them through the arts. Art Integration Education delivers a comprehensive interdisciplinary Fine Art program to help elementary grade students thrive emotionally and academically. Our f

Service Offerings: In-school/classroom arts programming, After school arts at one or more school or community sites, Culturally relevant art experiences, Guidance on arts-related college and career options, Internship or externship opportunities, Family art activities (ex: workshops/art nights), Touring performances/demos at community and school sites, Leadership Opportunity for fourth and fifth grade students utilizing desktop publishing, photography, journalism, editing, and layout.

Grades

Kindergarten - 5th grade

Disciplines

Literary Arts, Media Arts, Visual Art

Arts Council Santa Cruz County

San Mateo County, Santa Clara County

[email protected]

831-475-9600

https://artscouncilsc.org/explore-the-arts

Since 1979, the Arts Council has been a passionate supporter of the unique, ever-evolving Santa Cruz County arts ecosystem. We’re a private, non-profit agency made up of a staff, board, and volunteers dedicated to strengthening our Santa Cruz commu

Service Offerings: In-school/classroom arts programming, After school arts at one or more school or community sites, Professional development workshops, Culturally relevant art experiences, Guidance on arts-related college and career options, Internship or externship opportunities in arts-related fields, Family art activities (workshops/ art nights), advocacy

Grades

Early Childhood, Kindergarten - 5th grade, 6th - 8th grade, 9th - 12th grade

Disciplines

Dance, Literary Arts, Media Arts, Music, Theater, Visual Art

Artstart

Sonoma County

[email protected]

707-546-2345

http://artstart.us

Our mission is to provide mentoring and stimulating arts work experience for Sonoma County youth, while creating publicly and privately commissioned art for our community.

Service Offerings: In-school/classroom arts programming, After school arts at one or more school or community sites, Internship or externship opportunities in arts-related fields

Grades

Kindergarten - 5th grade, 6th - 8th grade, 9th - 12th grade

Disciplines

Visual Art

Asian Art Museum

Alameda County, Contra Costa County, Marin County, Napa County, San Francisco County, San Mateo County, Santa Clara County, Solano County, Sonoma County

[email protected]

(415)581-3668

https://education.asianart.org/

The best of Asian art at the tip of your fingers for use in the classroom or at home. We offer on-site Docent or Storytelling, asynchronous lessons, and live virtual programs. Our programs serve classes from Pre-K through 12th grade.

Service Offerings: In-school/classroom arts programming, Study trips to our off-campus site/space, Internship or externship opportunities, Family art activities (ex: workshops/art nights)

Grades

Early Childhood, Kindergarten - 5th grade, 6th - 8th grade, 9th - 12th grade

Disciplines

AXIS Dance Company

Alameda County, Contra Costa County, Marin County, Napa County, San Francisco County, San Mateo County, Santa Clara County, Solano County, Sonoma County

[email protected]

510-625-0110

https://axisdance.org/

AXIS is one of the nation’s most acclaimed ensembles of disabled, non-disabled and neurodiverse performers. Founded in 1987, AXIS creates world-class productions that challenge perceptions and redefine dance and disability. The Bay Area-based compa

Service Offerings: In-school/classroom arts programming, Professional development workshops, Culturally relevant art experiences, Family art activities (workshops/art nights), Touring performances/demos at community and school sites

Grades

Kindergarten - 5th grade, 6th - 8th grade, 9th - 12th grade

Disciplines

Dance

Bauman Wellness

Alameda County, Contra Costa County, Marin County, Napa County, San Francisco County, San Mateo County, Santa Clara County, Solano County, Sonoma County

[email protected]

707-786-6282

http://www.bauman-wellness.org

Our mission is to foster diverse community engagement in wellness activities to transform personal and social illness into wellness. Our vision is that wellness for all is embraced as a global priority. Our Methodology is to teach five wellness

Service Offerings: In-school/classroom arts programming, After school arts at one or more school or community sites, Professional development workshops, Culturally relevant art experiences, Internship or externship opportunities in arts-related fields, Family art activities (workshops/art nights), Touring performances/demos at community and school sites, Large Group Assemblies, Teacher Trainings in partnership with Arts & Healing Initiative

Grades

Kindergarten - 5th grade, 6th - 8th grade, 9th - 12th grade

Disciplines

Music, Visual Art

BAVC Media

San Francisco County

[email protected]

650-922-6382

https://www.bavc.org/

Our mission is to educate the next generation of youth filmmakers to help boost representation of diverse voices in the film industry.

Service Offerings: In-school/classroom arts programming, Professional development workshops, We run filmmaking programs afterschool/in school/during summer!

Grades

6th - 8th grade, 9th - 12th grade

Disciplines

Media Arts

Bay Area Creative (BAC)

Alameda County, Contra Costa County, San Francisco County, San Mateo County, Santa Clara County

[email protected]

https://www.bayareacreative.org/

Bay Area Creative provides opportunities for creative expression and the study of the cultural impacts of famous and contemporary works of spoken word poetry that empower individuals to develop empathic communication skills and foster positive change

Service Offerings: Organizational team building, Professional development, In-school/classroom arts programming, Culturally relevant art experiences, On-site workshops

Grades

Kindergarten - 5th grade, 6th - 8th grade, 9th - 12th grade

Disciplines

Dance, Literary Arts, Visual Art

Bay Area Creative Foundation

Alameda County, Contra Costa County, Marin County, Napa County, San Francisco County, San Mateo County, Santa Clara County, Solano County, Sonoma County

[email protected]

415-509-7890

http://www.bayareacreativefoundation.org

The Bay Area Creative Foundation is a nonprofit that seeks to celebrate youth creative experimentation and practice. Through our annual awards program, we recognize artistic expression and encourage community support for high school artists working i

Service Offerings: Arts awards program for High School students

Grades

9th - 12th grade

Disciplines

Dance, Literary Arts, Media Arts, Music, Visual Art

Bay Area Music Project

Alameda County

[email protected]

http://www.bayareamusicproject.org

Bay Area Music Project (BAMP) is a non-profit, social change through music in- and after-school program serving the social, emotional, cultural and academic needs of children in grades K-12 in under-resourced communities throughout Alameda and Oaklan

Service Offerings: In-school/classroom arts programming, After school arts at one or more school or community sites

Grades

Kindergarten - 5th grade, 6th - 8th grade, 9th - 12th grade

Disciplines

Music

BAYCAT

San Francisco County

[email protected]

415-701-8228

https://www.baycat.org/

Vision - BAYCAT believes that every person’s story matters. We envision a world where media and technology facilitate the telling of stories from the broadest possible range of experiences, driving people to create inclusive, equitable communities.

Service Offerings: After school arts at one or more school or community sites, Internship or externship opportunities in arts-related fields

Grades

6th - 8th grade, 9th - 12th grade

Disciplines

Media Arts

Berkeley Repertory Theatre (School of Theatre)

Alameda County, Contra Costa County, Marin County, Napa County, San Francisco County, San Mateo County, Santa Clara County, Solano County, Sonoma County

[email protected]

510-647-2973

https://www.berkeleyrep.org/school-of-theatre/

Berkeley Rep creates ambitious theatre that entertains and challenges its audiences, provokes civic engagement, and inspires people to experience the world in new and surprising ways. The School of Theatre supports this mission through meaningful con

Service Offerings: In-school/classroom arts programming, Professional development workshops, Culturally relevant art experiences, Study trips to our off-campus site/space

Grades

Kindergarten - 5th grade, 6th - 8th grade, 9th - 12th grade

Disciplines

Theater

Blackwing Foundation

Alameda County, Contra Costa County, Marin County, Napa County, San Francisco County, San Mateo County, Santa Clara County, Solano County, Sonoma County

[email protected]

209-482-2346

https://blackwingfoundation.org/

The Blackwing Foundation is a non-profit organization dedicated to bringing art and music back into classrooms. We believe that access to the arts is essential for all students, and we strive to make high-quality arts education available to everyone.

Service Offerings: In-school/classroom arts programming

Grades

Kindergarten - 5th grade, 6th - 8th grade, 9th - 12th grade

Disciplines

Visual Art

Blue Bear School of Music

Alameda County, Contra Costa County, San Francisco County

[email protected]

415-673-3600

https://bluebearmusic.org/

Blue Bear is San Francisco’s pre-eminent school of rock, blues, jazz, pop and DJ music. A nonproft music school that has operated in SF for over 50 years, Blue Bear is proud to offer music lessons to students of all ages and all skill levels.

Service Offerings: In-school/classroom arts programming, After school arts at one or more school or community sites, Guidance on arts-related college and career options

Grades

Early Childhood, Kindergarten - 5th grade, 6th - 8th grade, 9th - 12th grade

Disciplines

Music

Brentwood Teen Theater

Contra Costa County

[email protected]

925-286-3700

https://brentwoodteentheater.com/home

Brentwood Teen Theater is a Premier Actor Training Program with a Sterling Reputation across Northern California for Actors 12-19. In a nurturing environment, participants learn multiple theater skills and will be cast in a production. Training In

Service Offerings: After school arts at one or more school or community sites, guidance on arts-related college and career options

Grades

Kindergarten - 5th grade, 6th - 8th grade, 9th - 12th grade

Disciplines

Dance, Music, Theater

California College of the Arts

San Francisco County

[email protected]

(415)551-9278

https://www.cca.edu/academics/cca-and-you/

We open up the CCA experience to artists, designers, and makers of all ages with noncredit and credit programs—both online and in person—through CCA Youth Programs & Continuing Education.

Service Offerings: In-school/classroom arts programming

Grades

6th - 8th grade, 9th - 12th grade

Disciplines

Visual Art

California Dance Education Association

Alameda County, Contra Costa County, Marin County, Napa County, San Francisco County, San Mateo County, Santa Clara County, Solano County, Sonoma County

[email protected]

510-918-0878

https://www.cdeadance.org/

California Dance Education Association (CDEA) is a non-profit professional organization serving emerging, practicing and master dance artists, teachers, and scholars through advocacy and professional development opportunities that advance dance as a

Service Offerings: Professional development workshops, Guidance on arts-related college and career options

Grades

Early Childhood, Kindergarten - 5th grade, 6th - 8th grade, 9th - 12th grade

Disciplines

Dance

California Poets in the Schools

Marin County, Sonoma County

[email protected]

415-302-2501

https://www.cpits.org

California Poets in the Schools’ vision is to enable youth in every California county to discover, cultivate and amplify their own creative voices through reading, analyzing, writing, performing and publishing poetry. When students learn to express

Service Offerings: In-school/classroom arts programming, Professional development workshops, Culturally relevant art experiences, Internship or externship opportunities

Grades

Kindergarten - 5th grade, 6th - 8th grade, 9th - 12th grade

Disciplines

Literary Arts

California Symphony

Contra Costa County

[email protected]

925-280-2490

https://www.californiasymphony.org/off-stage/for-kids/

The California Symphony’s mission is to present engaging and inclusive concert experiences, and to provide music education that inspires and connects people of all ages. Through world-class performances, supporting emerging composers, and a commitm

Service Offerings: In-school/classroom arts programming, After school arts at one or more school or community sites, Culturally relevant art experiences, Study trips to our off-campus site/space, Guidance on arts-related college and career options

Grades

Kindergarten - 5th grade, 6th - 8th grade, 9th - 12th grade

Disciplines

Music

Cantare

Alameda County

[email protected]

(510) 836-0789

http://www.cantareconvivo.org

Cantare’s mission is to foster a diverse community of compassion and understanding across generational, cultural, and economic boundaries through the beauty and power of choral music. Cantare's comprehensive programs, all offered at no cost to

Service Offerings: In-school/classroom arts programming, After school arts at one or more school or community sites, Professional development workshops, Culturally relevant art experiences, Internship or externship opportunities, Touring performances/demos at community and school sites

Grades

Kindergarten - 5th grade, 6th - 8th grade, 9th - 12th grade

Disciplines

Music

Cazadero Music Camp

Alameda County, Contra Costa County, Marin County, Napa County, San Francisco County, San Mateo County, Santa Clara County, Solano County, Sonoma County

[email protected]

510-527-7500

http://www.cazadero.org

Cazadero Music Camp inspires a love of music and learning in youth. We provide a nurturing, inspirational environment for young musicians ages 9-18. For more than 65 years, Cazadero has offered a dynamic program that strikes a thoughtful balance betw

Service Offerings: Study trips to our off-campus site/space, Summer Camp

Grades

Kindergarten - 5th grade, 6th - 8th grade, 9th - 12th grade

Disciplines

Music

Center for Community Arts

Contra Costa County

[email protected]

925-295-1490

https://www.communityarts.org/home

The Center for Community Arts, part of the City of Walnut Creek’s Arts and Recreation Department, has been inspiring creativity since 1964. Serving over 10,000 individuals each year, the Center offers a wide range of art classes and workshops for a

Service Offerings: In-school/classroom arts programming, After school arts at one or more school or community sites, Study trips to our off-campus site/space, Touring performances/demos at community and school sites, Family art activities (ex: workshops/art nights)

Grades

Early Childhood, Kindergarten - 5th grade, 6th - 8th grade, 9th - 12th grade

Disciplines

Dance, Media Arts, Music, Theater, Visual Art

Center for the Art of Translation

Alameda County, Contra Costa County, Marin County, Napa County, San Francisco County, San Mateo County, Santa Clara County, Solano County, Sonoma County

[email protected]

415-512-8812

https://www.catranslation.org/education/

Poetry Inside Out, the education program of The Center for the Art of Translation, is a collaborative language arts curriculum that celebrates diversity, builds literacy skills, improves critical thinking, and unlocks creativity by teaching students

Service Offerings: In-school/classroom arts programming, Professional development workshops, Culturally relevant art experiences

Grades

Kindergarten - 5th grade, 6th - 8th grade, 9th - 12th grade

Disciplines

Literary Arts

Cheza Nami Foundation

Alameda County, Contra Costa County, San Francisco County, San Mateo County, Santa Clara County

[email protected]

925-398-3827

https://chezanami.org/

Cheza Nami Foundation aims to promote cultural education and diversity awareness in learning institutions, corporations, and communities that foster a more congenial relationship among its members. Our mission is to preserve and encourage the appr

Service Offerings: In-school/classroom arts programming, After school arts at one or more school or community sites, Professional development workshops, Culturally relevant art experiences, Family art activities (workshops/art nights), Touring performances/demos at community and school sites

Grades

Early Childhood, Kindergarten - 5th grade, 6th - 8th grade, 9th - 12th grade

Disciplines

Dance, Music

Circus Center

Contra Costa County, San Francisco County

[email protected]

415-759-8123

http://circuscenter.org/

Our mission is to inspire passion for the circus arts through training, performance, and community engagement. We provide classes for youth and adults at all levels in acrobatics, aerial, juggling, contortion, flying trapeze, clowning, and more. In a

Service Offerings: In-school/classroom arts programming, After school arts at one or more school or community sites

Grades

Kindergarten - 5th grade, 6th - 8th grade, 9th - 12th grade

Disciplines

Theater

City Studio

Alameda County, Marin County, San Francisco County, San Mateo County

[email protected]

415-420-1267

https://www.citystudio.org/

City Studio fosters self-expression and empowers young artists in underserved communities to develop their conceptual thinking and foundational skills. Our approach inspires a commitment to a holistic creative journey.

Service Offerings: In-school/classroom arts programming, After school arts at one or more school or community sites, Study trips to our off-campus site/space, Guidance on arts-related college and career options, Internship or externship opportunities in arts-related fields, Family art activities (workshops/art nights)

Grades

6th - 8th grade, 9th - 12th grade

Disciplines

Visual Art

Clayton Theatre Company

Contra Costa County

[email protected]

925-334-0880

https://www.claytontheatrecompany.com/about

Clayton Theatre Company (CTC) was founded in 2012 to bring the theatre experience to the greater Clayton community. After years of attending festivals and music concerts in the city park, the Clayton community deserves its own quality performing arts

Service Offerings: Culturally relevant art experiences, Family art activities (ex: workshops/art nights), Summer Stage camp

Grades

Disciplines

Theater

Community Music Center

San Francisco County

[email protected]

415-647-6015

https://sfcmc.org/

Community Music Center makes high quality music accessible to people of all ages, backgrounds and abilities, regardless of financial means. We believe in the power of music to connect people, celebrate cultures and transform lives. CMC offers music

Service Offerings: In-school/classroom arts programming, After school arts at one or more school or community sites, Professional development workshops, Culturally relevant art experiences

Grades

Early Childhood, Kindergarten - 5th grade, 6th - 8th grade, 9th - 12th grade

Disciplines

Music

Creative Sonoma

Sonoma County

[email protected]

707-565-6121

https://www.creativesonoma.org/

Creative Sonoma is dedicated to advancing and supporting the creative community of Sonoma County. We produce programs and provide services that serve the needs of our diverse sector.

Service Offerings: Professional development workshops, Guidance on arts-related college and career options, grants, convenings, networking events, consulting

Grades

Disciplines

Dance, Music, Theater, Visual Art

Cuicacalli

Alameda County, San Francisco County, San Mateo County

[email protected]

415-672-6550

https://www.cuicacallisf.com/

Cuicacalli (House of Culture) is a year-round youth dance program, based at Brava Theater in the heart of San Francisco’s Mission District-the ​​unceded ancestral homeland of the Ramaytush Ohlone who are the original inhabitants of the San Fran

Service Offerings: In-school/classroom arts programming, Professional development workshops, Culturally relevant art experiences, Touring performances/demos at community and school sites

Grades

Kindergarten - 5th grade, 6th - 8th grade, 9th - 12th grade

Disciplines

Dance

Desired Effect

Alameda County, Contra Costa County, Marin County, San Francisco County, San Mateo County, Santa Clara County, Solano County

[email protected]

833-233-3328

https://www.desiredeffect.com/

Theatrical production company. Pre pandemic we supported 100 afterschool programs with sound, lighting, video recording, costume, prop and set support for their school plays and musicals.

Service Offerings: After school arts at one or more school or community sites, Touring performances/demos at community and school sites, Lighting, Sound, Costume, Set and Prop technicians and equipment

Grades

Kindergarten - 5th grade, 6th - 8th grade, 9th - 12th grade

Disciplines

Dance, Music, Theater

Destiny Arts Center

Alameda County

[email protected]

510-597-1619

https://destinyarts.org/

Destiny Arts Center believes that art and movement give young people a vehicle for self and community expression. Founded by Black and Queer dance and martial artists in 1988, Destiny uses movement-based arts to uplift youth voice, supporting pathway

Service Offerings: In-school/classroom arts programming, After school arts at one or more school or community sites, Professional development workshops, Culturally relevant art experiences, Guidance on arts-related college and career options, Touring performances/demos at community and school sites

Grades

Early Childhood, Kindergarten - 5th grade, 6th - 8th grade, 9th - 12th grade

Disciplines

Dance, Theater

Dream Art Industries

Alameda County, Contra Costa County, Marin County, Napa County, San Francisco County, San Mateo County, Santa Clara County, Solano County, Sonoma County

[email protected]

https://dreamartindustries.com/activity/

Dream Art Industries is a social network where emerging artists and creatives come to network, get discovered, and find opportunities. Our mission is to connect emerging artists to those who value, appreciate, and understand what they can bring to a

Service Offerings: Guidance on arts-related college and career options, Exposure and networking tools

Grades

9th - 12th grade

Disciplines

Dance, Literary Arts, Media Arts, Music, Theater, Visual Art

Duniya Dance and Drum Company

Alameda County, Contra Costa County, Marin County, Napa County, San Francisco County, San Mateo County, Santa Clara County, Solano County, Sonoma County

[email protected]

(510) 560-5193

http://www.duniyadance.com

Founded in 2007 by Punjabi-American dancer Joti Singh and Guinean musician Bongo Sidibe, Duniya Dance and Drum Company is a South Asian and West African racial and immigrant justice performing arts organization. As a company founded and led by West A

Service Offerings: In-school/classroom arts programming, Culturally relevant art experiences, Touring performances/demos at community and school sites

Grades

Early Childhood, Kindergarten - 5th grade, 6th - 8th grade, 9th - 12th grade

Disciplines

Dance, Music

Elevate Oakland

Alameda County

[email protected]

https://www.elevateoakland.org/

Elevate Oakland is a nonprofit committed to ensuring that all OUSD students have access to music and arts education during the school day and in after-school spaces. Our foundational Artists in Residence program embeds experienced teaching artists fr

Service Offerings: In-school/classroom arts programming, After school arts at one or more school or community sites, Culturally relevant art experiences, Touring performances/demos at community and school sites

Grades

Kindergarten - 5th grade, 6th - 8th grade, 9th - 12th grade

Disciplines

Music, Visual Art

Fine Arts Museums of San Francisco - Equity School Partnership Project (ESPP)

Alameda County, San Francisco County

[email protected]

https://www.famsf.org/art-stories/equity-school-partnership-project

Through FAMSF's program, known as the Equity School Partnership Project (ESPP), we work hand in hand with community-based artists, museum educators, and K–5 teachers and students to co-develop customized arts curricula and programming. The goal of

Service Offerings: In-school/classroom arts programming, Culturally relevant art experiences, Study trips to our off-campus site/space, Family art activities (ex: workshops, art nights)

Grades

Kindergarten - 5th grade

Disciplines

Visual Art

First Exposures

Alameda County, Contra Costa County, Marin County, Napa County, San Francisco County, San Mateo County, Santa Clara County, Solano County, Sonoma County

[email protected]

(559)696-5811

http://firstexposures.org/

First Exposures leverages the power of mentoring relationships and photography to empower young people to thrive, express themselves creatively, and become leaders in their communities.

Service Offerings: After school arts at one or more school or community sites, Professional development workshops, Culturally relevant art experiences, Study trips to our off-campus site/space, Guidance on arts-related college and career options, Internship or externship opportunities, Family art activities (ex: workshops/art nights)

Grades

6th - 8th grade, 9th - 12th grade

Disciplines

Media Arts, Visual Art

Gamelan Sekar Jaya

Alameda County, Contra Costa County, San Francisco County

[email protected]

510-655-1227

https://www.gsj.org/

Gamelan Sekar Jaya (GSJ) fosters artistic exchange between Bali and the United States through residencies, workshops, performances, and the creation of innovative new works for music and dance. GSJ produces free and low-cost performances, offers slid

Service Offerings: In-school/classroom arts programming, Culturally relevant art experiences, Study trips to our off-campus site/space, Internship or externship opportunities in arts-related fields, Family art activities (workshops/art nights), Touring performances/demos at community and school sites

Grades

Kindergarten - 5th grade, 6th - 8th grade, 9th - 12th grade

Disciplines

Dance, Music, Visual Art

Handful Players

San Francisco County

[email protected]

415-523-4972

https://handfulplayers.org/

Handful Players (now part of the African American Shakespeare Company) is committed to supporting the black and brown children and families in our community in the face of the legacy of racial inequities and brutality that plague our entire nation. W

Service Offerings: In-school/classroom arts programming, After school arts at one or more school or community sites, school year and summertime on-site programming for youth 6-18

Grades

Kindergarten - 5th grade, 6th - 8th grade

Disciplines

Dance, Theater

heARTful Kids

Alameda County, Contra Costa County, San Francisco County, San Mateo County

[email protected]

510-507-1937

https://www.weareheartfulkids.com/

We empower kids and those invested in them to cultivate a deeper connection to their unique learning process through transformative arts experiences and programs.

Service Offerings: In-school/classroom arts programming, After school arts at one or more school or community sites, Professional development workshops, Internship or externship opportunities, Family art activities (ex: workshops/art nights), Touring performances/demos at community and school sites

Grades

Early Childhood, Kindergarten - 5th grade, 6th - 8th grade

Disciplines

Dance, Literary Arts, Media Arts, Music, Visual Art

IDEAL Bay Area

Alameda County, Contra Costa County, Marin County, Napa County, San Francisco County, San Mateo County, Santa Clara County, Solano County, Sonoma County

[email protected]

https://www.idealbayarea.org/

IDEAL Bay Area supports teachers and educational leaders. We use creative practices, culturally responsive pedagogy, and research-based frameworks to promote learning that generates deep, meaningful, and holistic understandings of content and to supp

Service Offerings: Professional development workshops, Culturally relevant art experiences

Grades

Professional Development

Disciplines

Dance, Literary Arts, Music, Theater, Visual Art

Industrial Design Outreach

San Francisco County

[email protected]

https://www.industrialdesignoutreach.org/

IDO empowers the next generation of innovators. We believe the world’s most complex problems require diversity of thought. We introduce this concept one project at a time. We provide a dynamic curriculum and mentorship program for high school stude

Service Offerings: In-school/classroom arts programming, After-school arts club, Out-of-school opportunities

Grades

6th - 8th grade, 9th - 12th grade

Disciplines

Visual Art

Jazz Education Ensemble

Alameda County, Contra Costa County, Marin County, San Francisco County, San Mateo County, Santa Clara County

[email protected]

510-504-7810

https://jazzeducationensemble.org

The Jazz Education Ensemble (fiscally sponsored by Intersection for the Arts) is an assembly of world class jazz musicians and music educators. As musical mentors our greater mission is to enrich the future of our global community by empowering child

Service Offerings: After school arts at one or more school or community sites, Culturally relevant art experiences, Family art activities (ex: workshops/art nights), Touring performances/demos at community and school sites, Performances at local festivals (Piedmont/San Jose/Oakland/San Mateo/Tiburon/etc.)

Grades

Kindergarten - 5th grade, 6th - 8th grade, 9th - 12th grade

Disciplines

Music

Jazz Education Ensemble

Alameda County, Contra Costa County, Marin County, San Francisco County, San Mateo County, Santa Clara County

[email protected]

510-504-7810

https://jazzeducationensemble.org

The Jazz Education Ensemble (fiscally sponsored by Intersection for the Arts) is an assembly of world class jazz musicians and music educators. As musical mentors our greater mission is to enrich the future of our global community by empowering child

Service Offerings: After school arts at one or more school or community sites, Culturally relevant art experiences, Family art activities (ex: workshops/art nights), Touring performances/demos at community and school sites, Performances at local festivals (Piedmont, San Jose, Oakland, San Mateo, Tiburon, etc.)

Grades

Kindergarten - 5th grade, 6th - 8th grade, 9th - 12th grade

Disciplines

Music

Junior Center of Art and Science

Alameda County, Contra Costa County

[email protected]

510-393-3224

http://www.juniorcenter.org/

MISSION The Junior Center of Art and Science (JCAS) cultivates curiosity and creative exploration for youth through the arts and sciences. Located in the heart of Oakland on the shores of Lake Merritt, the Center is dedicated to providing equitabl

Service Offerings: In-school/classroom arts programming, After school arts at one or more school or community sites, Professional development workshops, Culturally relevant art experiences, Internship or externship opportunities, Family art activities (ex: workshops/art nights)

Grades

Kindergarten - 5th grade, 6th - 8th grade, 9th - 12th grade

Disciplines

Visual Art

Kala Art Institute

Alameda County, Contra Costa County, San Francisco County

[email protected]

5108417000 ex. 202

Kala Art Institute’s mission is to help artists sustain their creative work over time through its Artist-in-Residence and Fellowship Programs, and to engage the community through exhibitions, public programs, and education. A spirit of exchange and

Service Offerings: In-school/classroom arts programming, After school arts at one or more school or community sites, Culturally relevant art experiences, Internship or externship opportunities, Family art activities (ex: workshops/art nights)

Grades

Kindergarten - 5th grade, 6th - 8th grade, 9th - 12th grade

Disciplines

Media Arts, Visual Art

Laya Arts Collective

San Mateo County, Santa Clara County

[email protected]

309-269-8914

http://www.layaarts.com

Laya Arts Collective is a Bay Area–based performing arts organization founded by Priya Narayana, a dancer, educator, and cultural advocate. Our mission is to share the beauty of Indian classical dance, music, and storytelling with communities of al

Service Offerings: In-school/classroom arts programming, Professional development workshops, Culturally relevant art experiences, Family art activities (ex: workshops/art nights), Touring performances/demos at community and school sites

Grades

Kindergarten - 5th grade, 6th - 8th grade, 9th - 12th grade

Disciplines

Dance, Literary Arts, Media Arts, Theater

Leap Arts in Education

Alameda County, Contra Costa County, San Francisco County, San Mateo County

[email protected]

415-512-1899

https://www.leaparts.org/

Leap's mission is to provide top quality arts education programs that help students build skills to achieve their fullest potential. We envision a world where art is a fundamental part of every child's education and success.

Service Offerings: In-school/classroom arts programming

Grades

Early Childhood, Kindergarten - 5th grade, 6th - 8th grade, 9th - 12th grade, Students with disabilities ages 18-22

Disciplines

Dance, Music, Theater, Visual Art

Liberando Nuestras Voces

Alameda County

[email protected]

510-501-1347

https://www.instagram.com/liberandonuestrasvoces/

Liberando Nuestras Voces offers culturally and linguistically responsive creative writing workshops for adolescent Latinx girls using writing and art as tools for self-reflection, expression, and well-being. Recognizing that identity, language, and c

Service Offerings: After school arts at one or more school or community sites, Culturally relevant art experiences

Grades

6th - 8th grade, 9th - 12th grade

Disciplines

Literary Arts, Visual Art

Living Jazz

Alameda County, Contra Costa County

[email protected]

510-858-5313

https://www.livingjazz.org/

Living Jazz Transforms Lives through the music, spirit, and culture of jazz in the Bay Area community, by educating students and artists of all ages and abilities. Living Jazz Children's Project serves elementary school student in OUSD and WCCUSD

Service Offerings: In-school/classroom arts programming, After school arts at one or more school or community sites, Culturally relevant art experiences, Touring performances/demos at community and school sites

Grades

Early Childhood, Kindergarten - 5th grade, 6th - 8th grade

Disciplines

Dance, Music

Luna Dance & Creativity

Alameda County, Contra Costa County, Marin County, San Francisco County

[email protected]

510-883-1118

https://lunadancecreativity.org/

The mission of Luna Dance & Creativity is to bring creativity, equity and community to every child’s life through the art of dance.

Service Offerings: In-school/classroom arts programming, Professional development workshops, Culturally relevant art experiences, Study trips to our off-campus site/space, Internship or externship opportunities in arts-related fields, Family art activities (workshops/art nights)

Grades

Early Childhood, Kindergarten - 5th grade, 6th - 8th grade, 9th - 12th grade

Disciplines

Dance

Museum of Children's Art (MOCHA)

Alameda County, Contra Costa County, San Francisco County

[email protected]

510-465-8770 ext. 105

http://www.mocha.org

With a racial equity and social justice lens, MOCHA uses the arts as a vehicle to advocate for self-expression, culture and community-building, and the centering of youth voices. We achieve this through hands-on experiential arts education for Bay Ar

Service Offerings: In-school/classroom arts programming, After school arts at one or more school or community sites, Professional development workshops, Culturally relevant art experiences, Study trips to our off-campus site/space, Family art activities (ex: workshops/art nights), Touring performances/demos at community and school sites

Grades

Early Childhood, Kindergarten - 5th grade, 6th - 8th grade, 9th - 12th grade

Disciplines

Music at Kohl Mansion

San Mateo County

[email protected]

650-762-1130

https://musicatkohl.org/

Inspired by the belief that the arts strengthen communities, Music at Kohl Mansion presents world-class chamber concerts at the historic Kohl Mansion and music education in public schools on the San Francisco Peninsula. Outreach programs provide acce

Service Offerings: In-school/classroom arts programming, After school arts at one or more school or community sites, Study trips to our off-campus site/space, Family art activities (ex workshops / art nights), Touring performances/demos at community and school sites

Grades

Early Childhood, Kindergarten - 5th grade, 6th - 8th grade, 9th - 12th grade

Disciplines

Music

Music in Schools Today

San Francisco County

[email protected]

https://www.musicinschoolstoday.org/

OUR MANTRA is to provide joyful music and arts programs that promote social emotional learning, literacy and social justice through the healing power of music.

Service Offerings: In-school/classroom arts programming, Guidance on arts-related college and career options, After school arts at one or more school or community sites, Touring performances/demos at community and school sites

Grades

Early Childhood, Kindergarten - 5th grade, 6th - 8th grade, 9th - 12th grade

Disciplines

Dance, Media Arts, Music, Theater, Visual Art

Music Is First

Contra Costa County, San Francisco County, San Mateo County, Sonoma County

http://www.musicisfirst.com

Music Is First! creates equity and access to music education for all young children in San Francisco by integrating standards aligned music programs into elementary schools which has shown to greatly enhance language acquisition (especially second la

Service Offerings: In-school/classroom arts programming, Professional development workshops, Culturally relevant art experiences, Family art activities (workshops/art nights), Touring performances/demos at community and school sites, Family engagement

Grades

Early Childhood, Kindergarten - 5th grade, 6th - 8th grade

Disciplines

Music

Music Mission San Francisco

San Francisco County

[email protected]

209-609-3512

http://musicmissionsf.org

We offer free after-school music education to underserved children (ages 7-12) in San Francisco's Mission District. Training includes classes in violin, cello, flute, clarinet, trumpet, and trombone. Classes take place at the Mission Cultural Cente

Service Offerings: After school arts at one or more school or community sites

Grades

Kindergarten - 5th grade, 6th - 8th grade

Disciplines

Music

Musical Theatre Works

San Francisco County

[email protected]

415-689-4413

https://musicaltheatreworks.org/

Musical Theatre Works provides high level theatrical training and experiences in a fun, supportive and respectful environment. We encourage self expression, build self confidence and foster responsibility and leadership skills. We offer weekly classe

Service Offerings: After school arts at one or more school or community sites, summer camps, fully produced musicals

Grades

Kindergarten - 5th grade, 6th - 8th grade, 9th - 12th grade

Disciplines

Dance, Music, Theater

Musically Minded Academy

Alameda County

[email protected]

619-242-2235

https://musicallyminded.com

We are music education organization focused on building and supporting community. Our classes are multi age and level.

Service Offerings: After school arts at one or more school or community sites, Culturally relevant art experiences, Internship or externship opportunities in arts-related fields

Grades

Kindergarten - 5th grade, 6th - 8th grade, 9th - 12th grade

Disciplines

Music

New Conservatory Theatre Center

San Francisco County

[email protected]

https://nctcsf.org/

NCTC offers specialized drama residencies that promote ensemble team-building, public speaking, and creativity in students. School teachers and administrators can choose (1) a themed workshop culminating in a sharing of skills for classmates, (2) an

Service Offerings: In-school/classroom arts programming, After school arts at one or more school or community sites

Grades

Kindergarten - 5th grade, 6th - 8th grade

Disciplines

Theater

Oakland Museum of California

Alameda County, Contra Costa County, Marin County, Napa County, San Francisco County, San Mateo County, Santa Clara County, Solano County, Sonoma County

[email protected]

https://museumca.org/

OMCA's mission is to inspire understanding and empathy with stories and experiences of California’s art, history, and natural environment to build more equitable and connected communities. To meet this mission, OMCA offers cross-disciplinary field

Service Offerings: Culturally relevant art experiences, Study trips to our off-campus site/space, Family art activities (workshops/art nights), Field trips, family programs, exhibits and galleries

Grades

Kindergarten - 5th grade, 6th - 8th grade, 9th - 12th grade

Disciplines

Multi-disciplinary, Music, Visual Art

Oakland Public Conservatory of Music

Alameda County

[email protected]

(510) 836-4649

https://opcclasses.squarespace.com/

The Oakland Public Conservatory of Music (OPC) is dedicated to providing affordable, high-caliber, rigorous, culturally resonant music education that preserves Oakland’s vibrant musical heritage.

Service Offerings: In-school/classroom arts programming, After school arts at one or more school or community sites, Culturally relevant art experiences, Family art activities (ex: workshops/art nights)

Grades

Kindergarten - 5th grade, 6th - 8th grade, 9th - 12th grade

Disciplines

Music, Visual Art

Oakland Symphony

Alameda County

[email protected]

510-444-0801

https://www.oaklandsymphony.org/

The mission of the Oakland Symphony is to strengthen the Oakland/East Bay community by providing quality live performances, education for lifetime enrichment, and the perpetuation of the performing arts. The MUSE Program at Oakland Symphony contin

Service Offerings: In-school/classroom arts programming, After school arts at one or more school or community sites, Professional development workshops, Culturally relevant art experiences, Study trips to our off-campus site/space, Family art activities (ex workshops / art nights), Touring performances/demos at community and school sites

Grades

Kindergarten - 5th grade, 6th - 8th grade, 9th - 12th grade

Disciplines

Oakland Theater Project

Alameda County

[email protected]

510-646-1126

https://oaklandtheaterproject.org/

Oakland Theater Project’s mission is to create exquisite theatrical experiences to inspire compassion and forge bonds across socio-economic and racial barriers. We provide meaningful arts education experiences to Oakland youth in school and out of

Service Offerings: In-school/classroom arts programming, After school arts at one or more school or community sites, Professional development workshops, Culturally relevant art experiences, Internship or externship opportunities in arts-related fields

Grades

Kindergarten - 5th grade, 6th - 8th grade, 9th - 12th grade

Disciplines

Theater

ODC

San Francisco County

[email protected]

415-863-6606 X 8529

https://odc.dance/youth-and-teen

ODC is dedicated to the lifecycle of the artistic process. Through our company, school and theater, we aim to inspire audiences, cultivate artists, engage community, and foster diversity and inclusion through dance. Embark on a journey of creativi

Service Offerings: In-school/classroom arts programming

Grades

Early Childhood, Kindergarten - 5th grade, 6th - 8th grade, 9th - 12th grade

Disciplines

Dance

Grades

Kindergarten - 5th grade

Disciplines

Dance, Music, Theater, Visual Art

Opera Parallele

San Francisco County

[email protected]

415-626-6279

https://operaparallele.org/

Opera Parallèle is a prominent contemporary opera company based in San Francisco, known for its innovative and boundary-pushing productions of works that explore relevant social and cultural themes. We provide materials that enhance the experience o

Service Offerings: Culturally relevant art experiences, Study trips to our off-campus site/space, Internship or externship opportunities in arts-related fields

Grades

6th - 8th grade, 9th - 12th grade

Disciplines

Media Arts, Music, Theater, Visual Art

Peninsula Youth Theatre

San Mateo County, Santa Clara County

[email protected]

650-988-8798

https://pytnet.org/

Peninsula Youth Theatre provides outstanding theatrical learning experiences that develop leadership, emphasize responsibility and foster teamwork in a supportive, respectful, and fun environment. We offer weekly drama classes for ages 4+ on-site at

Service Offerings: In-school/classroom arts programming, After school arts at one or more school or community sites, Culturally relevant art experiences, Internship or externship opportunities in arts-related fields, Summer day camps

Grades

Kindergarten - 5th grade, 6th - 8th grade, 9th - 12th grade

Disciplines

Dance, Music, Theater

Peopleologie

San Francisco County, San Mateo County, Santa Clara County

[email protected]

650-508-8205

https://www.peopleologie.com/

Peopleologie is an all-ages program about people, places, and things. Workshops promote cultural literacy, celebrate community, and build connections to the world through history, humanities, anthropology, math, science, and handcrafting traditions.

Service Offerings: In-school/classroom arts programming, After school arts at one or more school or community sites, Professional development workshops, Culturally relevant art experiences, Family art activities (workshops/art nights)

Grades

Early Childhood, Kindergarten - 5th grade, 6th - 8th grade, 9th - 12th grade

Disciplines

Multi-disciplinary, Visual Art

Performing Arts Workshop

Alameda County, Marin County, San Francisco County, San Mateo County

[email protected]

415-673-2634 ext. 313

https://www.performingartsworkshop.org/

At Performing Arts Workshop, we recognize that intersecting structural systems and external forces, including but not limited to, racism and socio-economic status, exponentially impact People of Color. These forces impact our students, staff, and vol

Service Offerings: In-school/classroom arts programming, After school arts at one or more school or community sites, Professional development workshops, Internship or externship opportunities

Grades

Early Childhood, Kindergarten - 5th grade, 6th - 8th grade, 9th - 12th grade

Disciplines

Dance, Literary Arts, Media Arts, Music, Theater, Visual Art

Piedmont East Bay Children's Choir

Alameda County

[email protected]

510-547-4441

https://www.piedmontchoirs.org/

Our mission is to advance the choral arts through education, performance, and collaboration at the highest artistic level, fostering individual development and international relationships. We work in after school, community, and camp partnerships to

Service Offerings: In-school/classroom arts programming, After school arts at one or more school or community sites, Internship or externship opportunities in arts-related fields, summer camp programming

Grades

Early Childhood, Kindergarten - 5th grade, 6th - 8th grade, 9th - 12th grade

Disciplines

Music

Poppy Jasper International Film Festival

Santa Clara County

[email protected]

http://www.pjiff.org

The Poppy Jasper International Film Festival has experienced remarkable growth over the past five years. Currently the festival spans eight days and takes place in five cities: Morgan Hill, San Martin, Gilroy, Hollister, and San Juan Bautista, with

Service Offerings: After school arts at one or more school or community site, Professional development workshops, Culturally relevant art experiences, Guidance on arts-related college and career options, Internship or externship opportunities, Family art activities (ex workshops / art nights)

Grades

Early Childhood, Kindergarten - 5th grade, 6th - 8th grade, 9th - 12th grade

Disciplines

Media Arts

Prescott Circus Theatre

Alameda County

[email protected]

510-350-7207

https://www.prescottcircus.org/

Prescott Circus Theatre provides safe environments that empower and engage Oakland youth, through circus and theater arts training, to develop the confidence and skills to thrive on stage, in school, and in life. This is accomplished through year-rou

Service Offerings: In-school/classroom arts programming, After school arts at one or more school or community sites, Culturally relevant art experiences, Internship or externship opportunities in arts-related fields, Touring performances/demos at community and school sites, School assemblies

Grades

Kindergarten - 5th grade, 6th - 8th grade, 9th - 12th grade

Disciplines

Theater

Problem Children

Alameda County, Contra Costa County, Marin County, San Francisco County, San Mateo County

[email protected]

http://problemchildren.org

Problem Children is a summer arts and creativity mentorship program for Bay Area teenagers. The program gives young artists with a creative passion the space, tools, resources, and mentorship to explore their interests deeper. Through one-on-one ment

Service Offerings: After school arts at one or more school or community sites, Culturally relevant art experiences

Grades

9th - 12th grade

Disciplines

Literary Arts, Media Arts, Visual Art

Project Commotion

San Francisco County

[email protected]

https://www.projectcommotion.org/

Project Commotion's mission is to foster healthy development in children of all abilities through purposeful movement, play, and family and community relationships. Our relationship-based approach to the performing arts is focused on social emotional

Service Offerings: In-school/classroom arts programming, after school arts at one or more school or community sites, professional development workshops, culturally relevant art experiences, family art activities (ex. workshops/art nights)

Grades

Early Childhood, Kindergarten - 5th grade

Disciplines

Dance, Theater

Purple Silk Music Education Foundation

Alameda County, Contra Costa County, San Francisco County

[email protected]

https://www.purplesilk.org

Purple Silk Music Education Foundation (PSMEF) brings quality music education to Bay Area youth. We teach our students to appreciate music from all cultures through traditional Chinese instruments. Our goal is to give students in our community the ch

Service Offerings: In-school/classroom arts programming, After school arts at one or more school or community sites, Culturally relevant art experiences, Internship or externship opportunities, Touring performances/demos at community and school sites, Dual enrollment program for college credit for students on Saturdays at Laney Community College

Grades

Kindergarten - 5th grade, 6th - 8th grade, 9th - 12th grade

Disciplines

Music

PUSH Dance Company

San Francisco County

[email protected]

https://www.pushdance.org/

PUSH Youth Program offers dance classes in a variety of dance styles with a focus on coordination, memorization skills, teamwork and self-confidence. Our goal is to instill a sense of civic and individual responsibility in each child

Service Offerings: In-school/classroom arts programming

Grades

Early Childhood, Kindergarten - 5th grade, 6th - 8th grade, 9th - 12th grade

Disciplines

Dance

Richmond Art Center

Alameda County, Contra Costa County

[email protected]

510-620-5543

https://richmondartcenter.org/

Richmond Art Center has been sharing art and creating with community since 1936. Our programs encompass classes, exhibitions and events at our facility, as well as off-site activities that bring free, high-quality art making experiences to WCCUSD sch

Service Offerings: After school arts at one or more school or community sites, Culturally relevant art experiences, Family art activities (ex: workshops/art nights), In person Art classes for both youth & adults, and Art exhibitions

Grades

Kindergarten - 5th grade, 6th - 8th grade, 9th - 12th grade

Disciplines

Media Arts, Visual Art

Robert Moses' KIN

San Francisco County

[email protected]

415-722-0191

https://www.robertmoseskin.org/

Founded in 1995, San Francisco-based Robert Moses' KIN strives to produce dance works which speak to what is specific and unique in human nature. The company uses movement as the medium through which race, class, culture and gender are used to voice

Service Offerings: In-school/classroom arts programming, After school arts at one or more school or community sites, Culturally relevant art experiences, Touring performances/demos at community and school sites

Grades

Kindergarten - 5th grade, 6th - 8th grade, 9th - 12th grade

Disciplines

Dance, Literary Arts, Music

Root Division

San Francisco County

[email protected]

415-863-7668

https://rootdivision.org/

Our mission is to empower artists, promote community service, inspire youth, and enrich the Bay Area through engagement in the visual arts. We offer free after-school art education services to youth in 7 different sites in SF.

Service Offerings: After school arts at one or more school or community sites, Professional development workshops, Culturally relevant art experiences, Internship or externship opportunities in arts-related fields

Grades

Kindergarten - 5th grade, 6th - 8th grade

Disciplines

Visual Art

RYSE Center

Contra Costa County

[email protected]

510-374-3401

https://rysecenter.org/

We envision a movement led by young people that ensures dignity for youth, their families, and their communities. Programming at RYSE is anchored in the belief that young people have the lived knowledge and expertise to identify, prioritize, and dire

Service Offerings: Professional development workshops, Culturally relevant art experiences, Guidance on arts-related college and career options, Internship or externship opportunities in arts-related fields

Grades

6th - 8th grade, 9th - 12th grade

Disciplines

Dance, Literary Arts, Media Arts, Music, Theater, Visual Art

S.C.A.R.S.Art (Strength, Courage, and Resilience of the Soul)

Alameda County, Contra Costa County, Marin County, San Francisco County

[email protected]

(760)508-2450

https://scarsart.wixsite.com/scars

S.C.A.R.S.Art is a platform to foster empathy, connection, dialogue, cross-cultural exchange, and healing through multidisciplinary art, dance + movement, poetry, art, storytelling, music, photography/film, plant & herbal medicine, agroecology, and h

Service Offerings: In-school/classroom arts programming, After school arts at one or more school or community sites, Professional development workshops, Culturally relevant art experiences, Study trips to our off-campus site/space, Guidance on arts-related college and career options, Family art activities (ex: workshops/art nights), Touring performances/demos at community and school sites

Grades

6th - 8th grade, 9th - 12th grade

Disciplines

Dance, Media Arts, Visual Art

Sahar Joy

Alameda County, Contra Costa County, Marin County, Napa County, San Francisco County, San Mateo County, Santa Clara County, Solano County, Sonoma County

[email protected]

(415)416-0132

https://www.saharjoy.com/

My heart is set on nurturing a child’s inner world— reminding them of their own strength, kindness, and magic. Books, apps, workshops… whatever shape it takes, my mission stays the same: to help children grow with joy, courage, and heart.

Service Offerings: After school arts at one or more school or community sites, Professional development workshops, Family art activities (ex: workshops/art nights), A school-wide SEL art project called The Mural of Kindness, where children's good deeds are transformed into a hand-painted mural celebrating their inner light.

Grades

Early Childhood, Kindergarten - 5th grade, 6th - 8th grade

Disciplines

Visual Art

San Francisco Arts Education Project

San Francisco County

[email protected]

619-242-2235

http://sfartsed.org

San Francisco Arts Education Project has been serving SFUSD students for over 50 years by providing a variety of in-school performing and visual arts residencies. We collaboratively partner with school site administrators and arts coordinators to det

Service Offerings: In-school/classroom arts programming, Professional development workshops, Study trips to our off-campus site/space, Family art activities (workshops / art nights / etc.)

Grades

Kindergarten - 5th grade, 6th - 8th grade, 9th - 12th grade

Disciplines

Dance, Music, Theater, Visual Art

San Francisco Ballet

San Francisco County

[email protected]

415-861-5600

https://www.sfballet.org/

San Francisco Ballet's Mission is to share the joy of dance with the widest audience as possible. For over 40 years, SF Ballet has partnered with SFUSD to provide free dance education programs for PK–12 students. SF Ballet’s current education pro

Service Offerings: In-school/classroom arts programming, After school arts at one or more school or community sites, Professional development workshops, Study trips to our off-campus site/space, Family art activities (workshops / art nights / etc.), We don't currently provide arts career guidance or internships - but we're interested in exploring such services through district partnership.

Grades

Early Childhood, Kindergarten - 5th grade

Disciplines

Dance

San Francisco Children's Art Center

San Francisco County

[email protected]

415-771-0292

https://www.childrensartcenter.org/

The San Francisco Children’s Art Center empowers children to develop their sense of self through creative exploration.

Service Offerings: In-school/classroom arts programming, After school arts at one or more school or community sites, Professional development workshops, Culturally relevant art experiences, Study trips to our off-campus site/space, Family art activities (workshops / art nights / etc)

Grades

Early Childhood, Kindergarten - 5th grade

Disciplines

Visual Art

San Francisco Opera Guild

Alameda County, Contra Costa County, Marin County, Napa County, San Francisco County, San Mateo County, Santa Clara County, Solano County, Sonoma County

[email protected]

http://www.sfoperaguild.com

San Francisco Opera Guild engages with the community, recognizing authentic voices as they emerge through the practice of music and storytelling, and supporting young artists in their development of world view, artistic expression, and leadership pot

Service Offerings: In-school/classroom arts programming, After school arts at one or more school or community sites, Professional development workshops, Culturally relevant art experiences, Study trips to our off-campus site/space, Internship or externship opportunities in arts-related fields, Touring performances/demos at community and school sites

Grades

Early Childhood, Kindergarten - 5th grade, 6th - 8th grade, 9th - 12th grade

Disciplines

Dance, Literary Arts, Music, Theater, Visual Art

San Francisco Recreation and Parks Department

San Francisco County

[email protected]

415-831-2700

https://sfrecpark.org/

Our mission is to foster creative curiosity, learning, and community among individuals of all ages by offering high-quality cultural arts programs and experiences. We believe in equitable access to creative pursuits and are committed to building a di

Service Offerings: After school arts at one or more school or community sites, Culturally relevant art experiences, Study trips to our off-campus site/space, Family art activities (workshops / art nights / etc.), Arts summer camps

Grades

Early Childhood, Kindergarten - 5th grade, 6th - 8th grade, 9th - 12th grade

Disciplines

Dance, Literary Arts, Media Arts, Music, Theater, Visual Art

San Francisco Shakespeare Festival

Alameda County, Contra Costa County, San Francisco County, San Mateo County, Santa Clara County

[email protected]

415-558-0888

https://sfshakes.org/

We believe that Shakespeare experienced in a communal setting – whether it be outdoors, in a classroom or in a theater – elates the soul, inspires the mind and unifies those who sit beside each other. For the majority of our audiences, we are the

Service Offerings: In-school/classroom arts programming, After school arts at one or more school or community sites, Internship or externship opportunities in arts-related fields, Touring performances/demos at community and school sites

Grades

Kindergarten - 5th grade, 6th - 8th grade, 9th - 12th grade

Disciplines

Theater

San Francisco Symphony

San Francisco County

[email protected]

415-552-8000

https://www.sfsymphony.org/Education/Education-in-SF-Schools

The San Francisco Symphony exists to inspire and serve audiences and communities throughout the Bay Area and the world through the power of musical performance. The San Francisco Symphony strives to be a leader and catalyst for reimagining how peo

Service Offerings: In-school/classroom arts programming

Grades

6th - 8th grade, 9th - 12th grade, Students with disabilities ages 18-22

Disciplines

Music

San Francisco Youth Theatre

San Francisco County

[email protected]

650-550-8933

https://sfyouththeatre.org/

San Francisco Youth Theatre transforms youth and communities through accessible opportunities in theatre arts creation, education, and performance. With focused outreach to youth from historically underserved communities, SFYT programs are designed t

Service Offerings: In-school/classroom arts programming, After school arts at one or more school or community sites, Culturally relevant art experiences, Internship or externship opportunities in arts-related fields, Touring performances/demos at community and school sites, LGBTQ+ programming

Grades

Early Childhood, Kindergarten - 5th grade, 6th - 8th grade, 9th - 12th grade

Disciplines

Music, Theater

San Mateo County Office of Arts and Culture

San Mateo County

[email protected]

650-387-0160

https://www.smcgov.org/ceo/welcome-office-arts-and-culture

The San Mateo County Office of Arts and Culture champions the arts as essential for a healthy and vibrant community by shaping innovative cultural policies, creating inclusive and diverse programming, investing in the creative economy, and ensuring a

Service Offerings: We support/partners with the Office of Ed and arts and culture nonprofits to ensure access and equity to all youth in San Mateo County

Grades

Early Childhood, Kindergarten - 5th grade, 6th - 8th grade, 9th - 12th grade

Disciplines

San Mateo County Office of Education

San Mateo County

[email protected]

650-802-5300

https://www.smcoe.org/

Support for Educators, Schools, and Districts: The San Mateo County Office of Education (SMCOE), with the support of Arts Coordinator Allison Gamlen, is dedicated to staff development in Visual and Performing Arts (VAPA) in alignment with state mand

Service Offerings: Professional development workshops, Culturally relevant art experiences, SEL, UDL, Site and District Leadership training, Arts/Curriculum Integration Support

Grades

Early Childhood, Kindergarten - 5th grade, 6th - 8th grade, 9th - 12th grade

Disciplines

Dance, Literary Arts, Media Arts, Music, Theater, Visual Art

SCRAP

San Francisco County

[email protected]

415-647-1746

https://www.scrap-sf.org/

SCRAP is an arts nonprofit and creative reuse depot. We have two after school programs serving 900 children 30 weeks a year from Kindergarten through high school.

Service Offerings: In-school/classroom arts programming, After school arts at one or more school or community sites, Professional development workshops, Internship or externship opportunities in arts-related fields, Family art activities (workshops / art nights / etc.)

Grades

Kindergarten - 5th grade, 6th - 8th grade, 9th - 12th grade

Disciplines

Visual Art

SFJAZZ

Alameda County, San Francisco County

[email protected]

415-398-5655

https://www.sfjazz.org/education/schools-and-partnerships/

Jazz in Session (JIS) collaborates with public middle schools to strengthen existing music instruction by providing tailored support from Bay Area musicians. This free program makes jazz education accessible to students in OUSD and SFUSD. A residen

Service Offerings: In-school/classroom arts programming, After school arts at one or more school or community sites, Touring performances/demos at community and school sites

Grades

Kindergarten - 5th grade, 6th - 8th grade, 9th - 12th grade

Disciplines

Music

StageWrite

San Francisco County

[email protected]

https://www.stagewrite.org/

StageWrite empowers youth to become actively engaged in their education and passionate about learning through the theatre arts. We employ dramatic activities to involve young people in reading, writing, speaking, and listening as a holistic and meani

Service Offerings: In-school/classroom arts programming, Professional development workshops

Grades

Early Childhood, Kindergarten - 5th grade

Disciplines

Literary Arts, Theater

Starbound Theatre

Contra Costa County, Marin County, Napa County, Solano County, Sonoma County

[email protected]

707-416-8990

http://www.starboundtheatre.com

Starbound Theatre offers dynamic after-school programs for students in grades TK-12, focusing on creativity, confidence, and collaboration through the performing arts. Our mission is to inspire young artists by nurturing their talents in acting, play

Service Offerings: In-school/classroom arts programming, After school arts at one or more school or community sites, Professional development workshops, Culturally relevant art experiences, Family art activities (ex: workshops / art nights), Touring performances/demos at community and school sites

Grades

Early Childhood, Kindergarten - 5th grade, 6th - 8th grade, 9th - 12th grade

Disciplines

Dance, Media Arts, Theater

Starting Arts

Santa Clara County

[email protected]

408-492-9022

https://www.startingarts.com/

Make arts accessible to every student in the Bay Area

Service Offerings: In-school/classroom arts programming, After school arts at one or more school or community sites, Culturally relevant art experiences, Family art activities (workshops / art nights / etc.), Touring performances/demos at community and school sites

Grades

Early Childhood, Kindergarten - 5th grade, 6th - 8th grade, 9th - 12th grade

Disciplines

Dance, Music, Theater, Visual Art

Street Sounds Productions

Marin County, San Francisco County, San Mateo County

[email protected]

415-425-8925

http://streetsoundsproductions.org

Our mission is to spread joy and inspire communities through the transformative power of music and storytelling, fostering self-expression, emotional growth, and intellectual development. We guide participants from imaginative creation to dynamic per

Service Offerings: In-school/classroom arts programming, After school arts at one or more school or community sites, Professional development workshops, Culturally relevant art experiences, Family art activities (ex: workshops/art nights)

Grades

Kindergarten - 5th grade, 6th - 8th grade, 9th - 12th grade

Disciplines

Literary Arts, Music, Theater

Studio Pathways

Alameda County, Contra Costa County, Marin County, Napa County, San Francisco County, San Mateo County, Santa Clara County, Solano County, Sonoma County

[email protected]

https://www.studiopathways.org/

A pathway for Culturally Responsive Teaching through the Cultural and Contemporary Arts. Providing School Leadership Coaching, Professional Development, and Culture Change Management.

Service Offerings: Professional development workshops, Culturally relevant art experiences, Systems and Structures for Schoolwide Implementation of the Arts

Grades

Kindergarten - 5th grade, 6th - 8th grade, 9th - 12th grade

Disciplines

Multi-disciplinary

Teatro Visión

Santa Clara County

[email protected]

408-294-6621

https://www.teatrovision.org/

Teatro Visión creates theater rooted in Chicanx and Latinx experiences to inspire the people of Santa Clara Valley and beyond to feel, think, and act to create a better world. We offer youth acting and technical theater classes, student matinee perf

Service Offerings: In-school/classroom arts programming, After school arts at one or more school or community sites, Professional development workshops, Culturally relevant art experiences, Study trips to our off-campus site/space, Guidance on arts-related college and career options, Internship or externship opportunities in arts-related fields, Family art activities (workshops / art nights / etc.)

Grades

Kindergarten - 5th grade, 6th - 8th grade, 9th - 12th grade

Disciplines

Theater

The Crucible

Alameda County, San Francisco County

[email protected]

510-444-0919

http://thecrucible.org

The Crucible inspires creative exploration and expression through welcoming, hands-on arts education and experiences for people of diverse ages and backgrounds. As an innovative hub built around the industrial arts, The Crucible is a catalyst for ind

Service Offerings: In-school/classroom arts programming, After school arts at one or more school or community sites, Professional development workshops, Culturally relevant art experiences, Internship or externship opportunities, Family art activities (ex: workshops/art nights), Touring performances/demos at community and school sites, School Field Trips @ The Crucible

Grades

Kindergarten - 5th grade, 6th - 8th grade, 9th - 12th grade

Disciplines

Visual Art

The Marsh

San Francisco County

[email protected]

415-282-3055

http://www.themarsh.org

The Marsh Youth Theater (MYT) provides high quality skill-building classes for youth throughout San Francisco. We partner with afterschool programs and community centers to bring Teaching Artists to sites throughout SFUSD, including classes in Storyt

Service Offerings: In-school/classroom arts programming, After school arts at one or more school or community sites, Culturally relevant art experiences, Internship or externship opportunities

Grades

Early Childhood, Kindergarten - 5th grade, 6th - 8th grade, 9th - 12th grade

Disciplines

Dance, Media Arts, Music, Theater

Theatre Flamenco of San Francisco

Alameda County, Contra Costa County, Marin County, Napa County, San Francisco County, San Mateo County, Santa Clara County, Solano County, Sonoma County

[email protected]

415-531-1141

http://theatreflamenco.org

Mission: Theatre Flamenco of San Francisco uses a traditional yet innovative approach to flamenco to enrich and inspire the art community and general public. We produce richly imaginative thematic shows utilizing the talents of local and internationa

Service Offerings: In-school/classroom arts programming, After school arts at one or more school or community sites, Professional development workshops, Culturally relevant art experiences, Family art activities (ex: workshops/art nights), Touring performances/demos at community and school sites, Teaching at studio, performances throughout Bay Area

Grades

Kindergarten - 5th grade, 6th - 8th grade, 9th - 12th grade

Disciplines

Dance, Music, Theater

TinkerLab

San Mateo County, Santa Clara County

[email protected]

‪(408) 800-3156‬

https://tinkerlab.com

TinkerLab inspires creative learning through hands-on art experiences that build children's creative confidence and problem-solving skills. Founded on the belief that creativity is essential for learning and life, we make art accessible through proce

Service Offerings: In-school/classroom arts programming, Professional development workshops, Family art activities (ex: workshops/art nights)

Grades

Early Childhood, Kindergarten - 5th grade

Disciplines

Visual Art

Uphill Arts

San Francisco County

[email protected]

https://www.whereartlives.org/

Uphill Arts uses best practices in arts education to explore real-world issues with people in San Francisco. We seek to empower youth and adults with the agency to shape the future of their community and with the skills, knowledge, and creativity to

Service Offerings: In-school/classroom arts programming, After school arts at one or more school or community sites, Culturally relevant art experiences

Grades

6th - 8th grade, 9th - 12th grade

Disciplines

Visual Art

Vinjana Chorale San Francisco

San Francisco County

[email protected]

415-425-8925

http://vinjanachoralesf.org

Our mission is to provide children exceptional musical instruction and performance opportunities in a safe and inclusive environment. ​ To develop the confidence, strength, and resiliency in those who wish to apply their talents and gifts to insp

Service Offerings: In-school/classroom arts programming, After school arts at one or more school or community sites, Culturally relevant art experiences, Touring performances/demos at community and school sites

Grades

Kindergarten - 5th grade, 6th - 8th grade, 9th - 12th grade

Disciplines

Music

Women's Audio Mission

San Francisco County

[email protected]

800-926-1338

https://womensaudiomission.org/

Girls on the Mic teaches audio production and sound curriculum. In doing so, end projects often consistent of different forms of music, scores for film, podcasts, audio storytelling, creating synthesizers and more. Our skilled team of Instructors/Art

Service Offerings: In-school/classroom arts programming

Grades

6th - 8th grade, 9th - 12th grade

Disciplines

Media Arts

Word for Word - Z Space

Alameda County, Marin County, San Francisco County

[email protected]

(415)350-4495

http://www.zspace.org

Z Space is a vital home for the Bay Area arts ecosystem and serves as a catalyst for a variety of creative visions. It is the Home of WORD FOR WORD Performing Company and brings the love of theater and literature to Bay Area youth and families. Z Spa

Service Offerings: In-school/classroom arts programming, After school arts at one or more school or community sites, Professional development workshops, Culturally relevant art experiences, Study trips to our off-campus site/space, Family art activities (ex: workshops/art nights), Performances at our spaces in the Mission

Grades

6th - 8th grade, 9th - 12th grade

Disciplines

Literary Arts, Theater

World Arts West

San Francisco County

[email protected]

415-474-3914

https://www.worldartswest.org/

Founded in 1978, World Arts West is a nationally-recognized leader in advocating for cultural arts communities. Serving the largest multicultural dance and music network in the United States, we are a wraparound cultural artist service provider based

Service Offerings: In-school/classroom arts programming, After school arts at one or more school or community sites, Culturally relevant art experiences, Touring performances/demos at community and school sites

Grades

Kindergarten - 5th grade, 6th - 8th grade, 9th - 12th grade

Disciplines

Dance, Music

Young Audiences of Northern California

Alameda County, Contra Costa County, Marin County, Napa County, San Francisco County, San Mateo County, Santa Clara County, Solano County, Sonoma County

[email protected]

415-974-5554

https://www.ya-nc.org/index.php/artists

Young Audiences of Northern California, a nonprofit 510(c)3 organization, is affiliated with the national Young Audiences Arts for Learning network. Founded in 1952, the mission of Young Audiences Arts for Learning is to inspire young people and expa

Service Offerings: In-school/classroom arts programming, Professional development workshops, Culturally relevant art experiences, Family art activities (workshops / art nights / etc.)

Grades

Early Childhood, Kindergarten - 5th grade, 6th - 8th grade, 9th - 12th grade

Disciplines

Dance, Music, Theater, Visual Art

Youth Art Exchange

San Francisco County

[email protected]

https://www.youthartexchange.org/

We close the gap in arts education so every San Francisco public high school student has the tools and confidence they need to succeed. And we are opening arts access to the rest of San Francisco, too. YAX offers classes in Architecture, Design,

Service Offerings: In-school/classroom arts programming

Grades

Kindergarten - 5th grade, 6th - 8th grade, 9th - 12th grade, Students with disabilities ages 18-22

Disciplines

Dance, Media Arts, Music, Theater, Visual Art

Youth Speaks

Alameda County, San Francisco County

[email protected]

773-886-0100

https://youthspeaks.org/

Through the intersection of arts education and youth development practices, civic engagement strategies, and high -quality artistic presentation, Youth Speaks creates safe spaces that challenge young people to find, develop, publicly present, and app

Service Offerings: In-school/classroom arts programming, After school arts at one or more school or community sites, Professional development workshops

Grades

6th - 8th grade, 9th - 12th grade

Disciplines

Literary Arts, Media Arts