Our Mission, Vision & Values

YoungArts identifies exceptional young artists, amplifies their potential, and invests in their lifelong creative freedom. 

A world that embraces artists as vital to our humanity.

Our core values underpin our work to provide artists with critical early recognition; career-advancing creative opportunities; resources and tools for career sustainability; and avenues for community connection.

Excellence
Relentless pursuit of quality; maintaining a rigorous artistic practice; delivering the best in all we do.

Collaboration
Working together to create and elevate our shared potential. Trust and teamwork are all integral components of our interdisciplinary approach.

Community
The intentional facilitation of environments that welcome, support and empower artists to develop meaningful and enduring connections.

Experimentation
The willingness to try new ideas and remain flexible, nimble and open. We believe in space to explore and room to fail.

Respect
We practice kindness, empathy and benevolence in all our expressions and actions.

Integrity
Prioritizing honesty, sensitivity and trust in all our actions. We believe in acting in accordance with our highest principles.

YoungArts is committed to empowering the full potential of our artistic community. When artists have what they need to flourish, they accelerate innovation, creativity and collaborations that benefit our society.

Questions? Email community@youngarts.org.