Organizations Announced
One of the most exciting aspects of Imperfect Pixels is the opportunity to give back to the community. This is done by identifying three organizations who are truly Equity Builders.
Just as he did in St. Louis in 2020, artist Travis Sheridan will allow people to direct 25% of the proceeds from any and all art sales during the three-month exhibition to three organizations. The themes in Denver are:
Black Business Initiative -- Equitable Economy
Second Chance Center -- Equitable Justice
Voices on Canvas -- Equitable Future
About the organizations:
Pictured: Chief Visionary Officer Jice Johnson speaking. Learn more at www.bbiprofessional.com
Founded in 2015 as a Public Benefit Corporation, The Black Business Initiative, aims to change the narrative by creating and supporting holistic solutions by working with community members, government, private partners, and organizations to deliver strong business acumen training, mentorship programs, cooperative and traditional pathways to access capital increased patronage in Black-owned businesses, and sound policy that closes the economic chasm known as the “wealth gap.”
Pictured: Chief Visionary Officer Jice Johnson. Learn more
Executive Director, Hassan A. Latif (pictured left). Learn more at www.scccolorado.org
Second Chance Center, Inc. (SCC) is Colorado’s premier community re-entry program and a model for the nation, offering case management, mentoring, and vital resources to assist formerly incarcerated individuals in reestablishing their lives and becoming successful members of the community. SCC clients often grapple with substance abuse, violence, trauma and socioeconomic factors that prevent a fair shot at a second chance to re-enter the community and cultivate a rewarding life.
Special thanks to Executive Director Kathleen Casteel. Learn more at www.voicesoncanvas.org
Since 2007, Voices On Canvas Inc has provided Denver area youth with the platform to develop essential communication and civic skills, fostering expressive dialogue through the medium of art. They are a 501(c)3 nonprofit organization on a mission to bring people together through the medium of art as they explore social equity, social justice and community identity.
Youth are given a voice through art creating a dialogue between them and adults to discuss what social issues are important. These youth stakeholders partner with adults in improving health and safety, accessibility, sustainability and economic vitality in their communities as they take part in VOCI’s various youth engagement projects.
