Mesa Arts Center Gains National Attention for 55-plus Programs
Mesa Arts Center is among six recipients of the Creativity Connects: National Demonstration Projects grant, a special initiative of the U.S. Regional Arts Organizations through support from the Mellon Foundation. Mesa Arts Center will receive $72,450 in support of its Creative Aging programs offered for adults 55 and older.
The Creativity Connects funding initiative is part of the National Endowment for the Arts 50th anniversary celebration. It investigates ways in which the arts can connect with other sectors, including education, health care, social justice and more that want and utilize creativity. Mesa Arts Center Creative Aging: Expanding on a Foundation will further develop programming the organization has in place of lifelong learning opportunities for senior citizens living independently as well as in various assisted-care facilities. Partners for these programs include Oakwood Creative Care, Inc., Banner Alzheimer’s Institute and Mesa Public Library.
Programs include creative movement, art and performing arts.
