Our Mission

Using the arts and group techniques to enhance youth development and build community.

Overview

Arts-Kids is a youth development program based in Summit County using the expressive arts and group techniques to serve students between the ages of 8 and 17 years old. Arts-Kids reaches out to children who are trying to deal with economic, social or emotional pressures, although the program benefits any student who wishes to participate. Grants and private donations make it possible to offer the program free to all participants regardless of a family’s ability to pay.

adult role models

Arts-Kids builds communication, problem
solving, listening and social skills.

Purposes

  • To build communication, problem solving, listening and social skills.
  • Foster confidence and self-esteem.
  • Provide a non-competitive, creative environment.
  • Promote empathy among diverse populations, ages 8-17.
  • Build positive relationships with adult role models.
  • Balance individuality with a sense of global community.
  • Use the creative part of brain to enhance intellect.
  • Be a joyful place to experience the freedom of self.

Model Programs

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Contact Arts-Kids at: info@arts-kids.org or 435-615-7878

george eccles foundation
    park city    summit county
robert wishnick
Adam Hull, Esq., Jones Waldo
Park city foundation Winder Farms   state arts museum XMission Internet                    Rocky Mountain Power   

Step Up to the Plate Sponsors

Gallary MAR
The Leland S. Swaner Family -- Diana, Leland III & Alexandra
Paula M. Swaner, Ph.D.

mountain west    cs creative
life skills for youth