Act One

Act one provides meaningful arts experiences that enhance the academic and creative potential of children and families in Arizona.

In Arizona, schools increasingly do not have funds for arts education, whether in school or otherwise. This is especially the case for Title I schools in under-resourced communities. 55% of Arizona's public schools are considered Title I, meaning 40% or more of the student body qualifies for the free or reduced lunch program.

Each year, thanks to the generosity of donors like you, Act One provides the  opportunity for thousands of children attending Title I schools to experience arts performances and museums through our in-person field trip program.

Act One narrows the gap for students attending Title I schools to help them gain equitable access to arts education experiences. Act One serves Title I schools by providing free field trips to arts and culture partners in Phoenix and Tucson, covering both the cost of admission or tickets and transportation. 

In fact, transportation is the biggest cost for our in-person field trip program. This year, we are asking our donors to help us fill 10 buses. $500 fills one bus, so our goal is to raise $5,000 this Arizona Gives Day. Thank you for your ongoing support of access to the arts for all of Arizona's students.