California Arts Council

Culture is the strongest signifier of California’s identity. As a state agency, the California Arts Council supports local arts infrastructure and programming statewide through grants, programs, and services. Mission Strengthening arts, culture, and creative expression as the tools to cultivate a better California for all. Vision A California where all people flourish with universal access to and participation in the arts. Values - Community – Authentic intergenerational and intersectional connections - Accessibility – Inclusion, simplicity and ease, resulting in equitable participation - Aesthetics – Recognizing all art forms and artistic traditions that enable full and meaningful creative expression - Autonomy with Accountability – Empowered, responsible generation and allocation of resources - Relevance – Broad influence, bold leadership and synergizing collaboration for the present, with a sharp eye toward emerging developments and needs of the future - Equity – Service according to need to prioritize racial injustice, representation and visibility of all groups - Sustainability – Wise, impactful and responsive growth