Schnitzer Cares has one group on their own special timeline - the PSU Philanthropy for Arts and Culture class. This group is accepting applications through October 21, 2024. Please download the application materials off our website and email them directly to me at kristen@schnitzercare.org.
Mission Statement
As Portland State University's Philanthropy for Arts and Culture cohort, we are dedicated to funding pathways for underserved and marginalized communities within the state of Oregon through the transformative power of art. We believe Oregonians deserve access to arts and cultural exploration, enriching the lives of those it serves. The priority is to support small to medium sized nonprofit organizations, but this does not exclude large organizations who are willing to collaborate with smaller nonprofits in an effort to reach their intended communities. By fostering inclusive spaces within the broader community, we aim to amplify diverse voices and cultural narratives, ensuring that the art we support not only reflects but also addresses the unique experiences and needs of underrepresented populations.
Why do we have a college-level group when this is primarily a high school program? Glad you asked. High schoolers most often choose urgent health and human services for their grantmaking. We think this is awesome! We also believe the arts are a really important part of what makes people and communities thrive, and we want to encourage arts philanthropy. This advanced group gets the best of both worlds by combining student affinity and choice within the lens of arts and culture.
PSU grantmakers present their awards, fall 2023