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Toronto Art Council Foundation (TACF) was incorporated in 1995 as a sister organization to Toronto Arts Council (TAC). It has a two fold mission: to increase awareness of the value that artists and arts organizations bring to the City of Toronto; and to increase resources for the arts.
In addition to administering programs which further the above goals, TACF enables individuals, foundations and corporations the opportunity to support a broad spectrum of initiatives and arts disciplines in the City of Toronto through tax-deductible contributions.
A signature event in Toronto’s cultural calendar, the TACF Awards celebrate excellence and leadership in the cultural sector. At a fall lunch hosted by Toronto City Mayor, Toronto’s civic leadership turns out to honour exceptional citizens who have made a notable contribution to the arts through creation, performance, volunteerism and cultural leadership. TACF currently manages prizes valuing $80,000 over two years.
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The Coalition is an internet-based group of arts supporters, dedicated to raising arts awareness and increasing the resources available to Toronto artists and arts organizations. The Coalition currently has over 5,300 members. All members receive the Coalition Newsletter which explores current issues in the arts, profiles arts leaders and good corporate citizens, highlights opportunities for members, and more. The Coalition also distributes two highly anticipated annual guides: The Summer Festival & Events Guide; and The Holiday Shopping Guide.
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Volunteers are a critical resource for arts organizations in Toronto. The commitment of volunteers enables arts organizations, large and small, to realize cultural initiatives of all kinds. In turn, volunteers develop a deep appreciation for Toronto arts, learn new skills, expand their networks and experience personal growth. TACF manages a growing network of approximately 400 volunteers with whom we communicate on a bi-monthly basis via an email newsletter. The newsletter includes volunteer opportunities from within our organization and on behalf of arts organizations throughout Toronto.
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Every person in Toronto has the right to enjoy the rich cultural life that
is the hallmark and pride of Toronto. Through partnerships and initiatives,
Block by Block seeks to connect even the most disadvantaged neighbourhoods with
the transformational value of
artistic activity. In order to achieve the goals of this program, TACF is developing
partnerships with a range of Toronto’s institutions, agencies and private
companies; these unique relationships bring necessary resources and much needed
momentum to the project. In 2006, United Way of Greater Toronto contributed
$60,000 towards TAC’s Community Arts Grants program, funding community
arts projects serving youth and families in disadvantaged neighbourhoods. This
partnership has been renewed for 2007.
©Toronto Arts Council 2006