Grantee Database
EAST OAKLAND YOUTH DEVELOPMENT CENTER
Grant Year
2018-19
Grant Program
Artists in Communities
Award Amount
$18,000.00
Project Description
With the support from the California Arts Council, EOYDC will provide 350 low-income, ethnically diverse youth in East Oakland with basic and advanced training in the arts, as well as a new initiative that utilizes arts and cultural exploration to connect youth with the history and legacy of African American social justice leaders in Oakland. Bobby Arte will provide artistic direction for the program and collaborate with other artists to expose and engage young people.
Organization Summary
In 1978, East Oakland community leaders collaborated with former Clorox CEO Robert Shetterly to found EOYDC. In partnership, they defined the mission and vision of EOYDC which, for nearly five decades, has served as an anchor educational and community East Oakland institution, advancing opportunities for East Oakland youth to develop as responsible citizens and dynamic leaders in this community. EOYDC remains a stabilizing force that offers direct educational support, leadership development, arts, and wellness services to local children and youth.
Organization
EOYDC
Address
8200 INTERNATIONAL BLVD
OAKLAND
94621-2234
County
Alameda
Region
Bay Area – Other
Phone
(510) 569-8088
Congressional District
District 12
State Assembly District
District 18
State Senate District
District 7
