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Cardus is a think tank focusing on critical, long-term social needs. We are part of the North American "ideas business": making and marketing ideas, shaping public policy much like teachers shape their students. Cardus' research reflects on, and works to integrate into many spheres, the broad wisdom of the biblical narrative of brokenness and restoration--emphasizing respect for human diversity, the sacredness of life, the purpose of history, and the responsible use of resources. Non-partisan and widely connected, Cardus is uniquely suited to lead communities through meaningful conversations on the ideas that define us. By forming valuable and practical policy packages, and communicating them ingenuously and persistently, Cardus is changing the landscape of public discussion.

Dizzy Feet Foundation was founded in 2009 by producer Nigel Lythgoe and director Adam Shankman, among others to support, improve, and increase access to dance education in the United States. Guided by a board representing all aspects of the American dance community, the foundation's mission is threefold: 1. To sponsor, fund, and/or support dance education programs which expose children in low-income areas to the lifelong benefits of dance education through and with local community organizations. 2. To provide scholarships to talented students studying at accredited or nationally regarded dance schools, studios, or institutions. 3. In conjunction with recognized credentialing organizations, to support and increase the quality of all styles of dance education in the United States.

Founded in 1986, the Philadelphia Chamber Music Society (PCMS) was created to enable audiences from throughout the Philadelphia region to enjoy performances by today's leading chamber music ensembles, and piano, vocal, string, and other recitalists. PCMS strives to make its concerts accessible through a policy of affordable ticket pricing, presents premieres and other special programming, collaborates with other cultural institutions, and presents outreach performances and educational programs. PCMS is a Resident Company of the Kimmel Center for the Performing Arts and presents concerts also at the American Philosophical Society, Curtis Institute, Settlement Music School, and other venues in Philadelphia. PCMS has also commissioned more than 65 new chamber music works by leading composers.

QUALITY: We will work hard to create top quality productions and experiences, on and off stage, with passionate teams and strong leadership. FAMILY-FRIENDLY: We will provide an environment that is welcoming and respectful to all, casting families together whenever possible in order to create joyful experiences and lifelong memories. COMMUNITY: We recognize the special role that the arts play to making strong communities, and will work to keep our activities affordable so they remain accessible to all. While remaining true to our core offering of American musical theater, CVFT has continued to expand our traditional base by partnering with local civic organizations for special events, producing occasional dramatic works, and by creating opportunities for local writers to produce new works.

TheatreWorks is one of America’s outstanding professional theatres. Our work celebrates the human spirit through innovative productions, new works, and education programs inspired by and engaging our diverse Silicon Valley community. TheatreWorks is an artistic community of excellence and integrity, committed to dramatic and musical theatre of outstanding professional quality. Embracing the creation of new works, the reinvigoration of the classics, and the arts education of new generations, our work exemplifies our region’s values of inclusion and innovation while providing a sense of place and community. The San Francisco Bay Area is the prototype of an evolving America of ever-increasing diversity. As we explore this changing world, our art must enhance the American theatre with new vision, revealing both who we are and what we might become.

Blue Bear School of American Music was founded by a rock band in the early '70's. Why not teach Rock instead of Bach, the Blues instead of Beethoven? Including solid music theory courses along with professional mentoring, electric Band Workshops and Songwriting courses, Blue Bear continues to offer high quality popular music education at affordable prices to music lovers of all ages. Scholarships are awarded annually to promising talent ages 12-22, funded by contributions from individuals, music industry professionals and businesses. Blue Bear has an active outreach programs serving at-risk kids in the Bayview and Tenderloin districts and runs after-school music programs at over 15 sites in San Francisco. Our mission statement is: Empowering people to play the music they love!

Since 1940, Emmanuel Bible College has provided undergraduate degrees, diplomas and certificates at the post-secondary level. Emmanuel is located in the city of Kitchener, Ontario. Each year nearly 300 people, from over 27 Christian denominations take courses and participate in seminars and training on our campus. Over 2000+ Alumni serve in every area of the workforce, all over the world. Emmanuel Bible College holds accredited status at the undergraduate level with the Commission on Accreditation of the Association for Biblical Higher Education (ABHE). ABHE is recognized by the (American) Council for Higher Education Accreditation. Emmanuel is also chartered by the Province of Ontario in the 1981 Emmanuel Bible College Act, which entitles EBC to confer the degrees of Bachelor of Theology (B.Th.), and Bachelor of Religious Education (B.R.E.). Emmanuel is a full member of the Canadian Council for Christian Charities (CCCC).

We concentrate primarily on theatrical works that have enjoyed a fractured production history. This includes styles and forms of theatre that are still in search of a wider audience. We continue to be especially concerned with the evolution of Canadian Musicals as a distinct theatrical form and the re-examination of classics from the International and Canadian repertoire. Artistic Producer Arkady Spivak was the recipient of the inaugural Barrie Arts Award for Excellence in the Arts. Our long-time supporter, North American Centre Corp, won the prestigious 2008 Globe & Mail Award (First Dance)through Business for the Arts. The Press on Talk Is Free Theatre’s previous productions "There are certainly larger organizations than Barrie’s Talk Is Free Theatre and ones with bigger budgets, but I doubt that any of them deliver the bang for the buck that this enterprising gang and its visionary artistic director, Arkady Spivak, consistently does." Richard Ouzounian, The Toronto Star.

The Halifax Humanities Society Society sponsors the university-level, non-credit program, Halifax Humanities 101. This unique educational opportunity is offered to adults living below the poverty line. The course involves twice weekly classes, taught by university professors who volunteer their time. The curriculum focuses on the "Great books" that have shaped Western culture, from ancient Greek and Roman epics to contemporary classics of American and Canadian literature. Through the study of these great works in literature and philosophy, students find an opportunity, in the midst of stressful lives, to read and reflect. This time for study has proven to be very helpful in moving students from lives of frustration and reaction to lives of thoughtful reflection and intelligent engagement as citizens. Every barrier to learning is removed in this totally free of charge program so that the students can focus on the challenge and rewards of profound learning.

The mission of Pittsburgh CLO is the "celebration of musical theater." Pittsburgh CLO is a not-for-profit cultural organization dedicated to the preservation, creation and promotion of the American musical theater art form, the furnishing of arts education, and the provision of outreach and meaningful community service opportunities for Western Pennsylvania and throughout the United States. Since 1946, Pittsburgh CLO has been a critical regional resource, contributing to the cultural richness, economic vitality and arts education of our community. From its first years producing operettas at Pitt Stadium, it has grown to become a national leader in developing, producing and preserving the finest in musical theater. Through its current season of 95 performances at the Benedum and Byham Theaters, its 300 year-round performances at the CLO Cabaret at Theater Square, the CLO Academy of Musical Theater and its nine education and outreach programs, the CLO continues to touch the lives of more than 200,000 area residents each year.

Jeffrey Myers, first violinist of the Calidore String Quartet, makes his home in New York City. His chamber music career with the award winning Calidore String Quartet has established an international reputation for its informed, polished, and passionate performances. The quartet won the $100,000 Grand Prize at the inaugural 2016 M-Prize International Chamber Music Competition along with grand prizes in the Fischoff, Coleman, Chesapeake, and Yellow Springs competitions and captured top prizes at the 2012 ARD Munich International String Quartet Competition, and Hamburg International Chamber Music Competition. The CSQ is a recipient of a 2018 Avery Fisher Career Grant and a 2017 Lincoln Center Emerging Artist Award. The quartet was the first North American ensemble to win the Borletti-Buitoni Trust Fellowship, was a BBC Radio 3 New Generation Artist, and is currently in residence with the Chamber Music Society of Lincoln Center’s Bowers Program.

The mission of the Pasadena Master Chorale is to cultivate appreciation of classical choral music through high quality performance and education. Founded by Jeffrey Bernstein in 2008, The Pasadena Master Chorale is an auditioned community chorus presenting affordable high-quality choral concerts and educational offerings to the greater Pasadena Community. In 2017 the Pasadena Master Chorale was awarded second place in the American Prize in Choral Performance. During its decade of service to the community PMC has presented over 100 performances and enjoyed collaborations with the The Gamble House, Pasadena Playhouse, The Los Angeles Philharmonic, and The Los Angeles Chamber Orchestra. PMC also offers a robust education program at no cost to participating students. Each year, through its unique Listening To The Future project, PMC pairs local high school composers with a professional composer mentor for a year of study. At the end of the year PMC presents a concert of the music composed by these students.