Our Mission

Who We Are

Arts are among our community’s greatest assets. Whether it’s music, dance, theatre, film, literary or visual arts, the arts teach us, inspire us and make us smile. The Arts and Education Council is a dynamic collaboration of businesses, individuals, and community partners who work to raise funds and enhance the quality and variety of arts experiences throughout the 16-county, bi-state St. Louis region.

Since 1963, the Arts and Education Council has raised and distributed more than $100 million, annually funding nearly 70 arts and arts education organizations, solely through private donations like yours.  Also, the Arts and Education Council provides office space, state-of-the-art technology, rehearsal and performance space for 18 nonprofit arts organizations in the Centene Center for Arts and Education, an arts incubator located in the Grand Center cultural district.  

Your donation to A&E provides the essential support the arts need to thrive and grow. Whether you are making a gift for the first time or renewing your membership, your one contribution to the Arts and Education Council keeps art happening throughout our region.  Become a member, donate now!

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