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Photo credit: Emile Rizzo Banks
Support Asheville’s Creative Future
The River Arts District is one of the most vibrant artist communities in the United States. But after the devastation of Hurricane Helene, hundreds of artists have lost their studios, tools, and sources of income. The RADA Foundation was created to ensure they are not left behind.
Whether you’re a local resident, a business leader, or a visitor who fell in love with the art, there are many ways to get involved and make a meaningful difference.
Video : Heather Clements, Asheville artist
COMMUNITY PARTNERSHIPS
Collaborate with a shared vision. We believe the best outcomes happen when creative minds work together. The RADA Foundation partners with local nonprofits, schools, cultural institutions, and civic groups to expand access to the arts and deepen impact across Western North Carolina.
If your organization shares our values of creativity, equity, and community, we’d love to connect. Let’s build something meaningful together.
VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES
Share your time and talent. From hands-on event support to gallery staffing and administrative help, volunteers are essential to the RADA Foundation’s mission. We welcome individuals, student groups, retirees, and corporate teams who want to give back.
Current volunteer needs include:
Assisting at art events and festivals
Staffing the RAD Outpost gallery
Providing logistics support during RADFest
Office support and artist outreach
Volunteering is a powerful way to connect with Asheville’s creative core and build lasting community relationships.
SPONSORSHIP PACKAGES
Elevate your brand through the Arts. Our sponsorship opportunities offer visibility, community impact, and meaningful connection with one of Asheville’s most beloved cultural districts. Sponsors receive recognition through events, marketing campaigns, and public programming.
Sponsorship opportunities include:
RADFest Presenting Sponsor
Scholarship Program Sponsor
Artist Residency Sponsor
Gallery or Event Series Sponsor
Art festival sponsor
Custom packages are available to align with your brand and community goals.
CORPORATE GIVING
Make a lasting investment in culture. Corporate contributions help us sustain vital programs that support working artists, provide space and scholarships, and drive cultural tourism. Your donation to the RADA Foundation is tax-deductible and has measurable economic and cultural impact.
Benefits of corporate giving:
Recognition on our website and publications
Invitations to special donor events and previews
Direct alignment with Asheville’s creative identity
Opportunities for team engagement through volunteering
Many companies match employee donations, so be sure to check with your HR team to double your impact.
MAKE A GIFT TODAY
Your donation helps artists stay in Asheville, rebuild their lives, and continue to shape the cultural soul of the city.
Every dollar makes a difference
Your gift is tax-deductible
Matching gifts may double your impact
Prefer to mail a check or set up a legacy gift?
Why give
The arts are not a luxury. They are a source of healing, protest, connection, and inspiration. By giving to the RADA Foundation, you are not just donating, you are investing in Asheville’s creative future. Every hour, every dollar, and every partnership helps artists thrive.
Help artists return to work and reclaim creative spaces
Keep Asheville’s cultural identity alive and thriving
Support scholarships, gallery opportunities, and fair pay for artists
Invest in a future where creative people remain at the heart of the River Arts District
WHERE YOUR GIFT GOES
Your donation directly supports:
Scholarships for emerging and professional artists
Affordable space initiatives to keep artists in the district
Emergency stipends and support services for displaced creatives
Community programs like RADFest and The Outpost gallery
