Passionate about empowering youth, he bridges art, culture, and service to inspire global citizenship and creativity. The Art Foundation NYC LLC is a dynamic, multipurpose creative space located in Brooklyn, New York, designed to foster artistic expression and collaboration across various forms of art, including music, photography, poetry, and visual arts. Our flagship venue, The Art Lounge BK, will serve as a community hub for artists, enthusiasts, and the general public, offering a platform for workshops, exhibitions, performances, and events. The mission is to nurture creativity, provide accessible resources for artists of all backgrounds, and promote a safe space for the community. The foundation will also focus on youth development programs and community empowerment. We aim to become a certified Minority and Women-Owned Business Enterprise (MWBE), enabling us to access government contracts and grants, particularly from educational institutions. Our goal is to provide a safe and inclusive environment for youth to express themselves through art and foster a sense of belonging within the local community.(Currently Seeking a Permanent Space)
Art Foundation NYC: "Passport to Creativity" – Travel Abroad Program
Program Overview: The "Passport to Creativity" program is a transformative initiative by the Art Foundation NYC designed to give underserved youth in New York City the opportunity to obtain their first passports, travel abroad for the first time, and engage in meaningful volunteer work that connects them to global communities. By combining art, culture, and service, this program aims to enrich young people's lives while fostering a sense of global citizenship, artistic collaboration, and social responsibility.
