With support from the California Arts Council the Alisal Center for the Fine Arts can increase our capacity to serve more children and youth in cultural music and the arts. We hope to be at our pre pandemic level in the next fiscal year with this funding. This funding will also assist with eliminating our current waiting list due to the decrease in funding received during the pandemic.
The Alisal Center for the Fine Arts has served the Salinas Community for over 30 years. ACFA has developed into a steward for emerging artists and professionals while remaining as a solid foundation for youth and community members. ACFA’s presence in Salinas has contributed to the development of musicians, artist, dancers, and actors. Thanks to ACFA, numerous individuals have returned and are now involved in teaching and/or performing within the community. ACFA has grown into one of the largest arts oriented organizations in East Salinas by providing arts related instruction, performance opportunities and events. ACFA provides various fine arts opportunities that embody cultural, traditional, and contemporary forms of art. These opportunities allow students to learn and gain enriched experiences through workshops and public presentations. Instructors mentor more than 300 participants weekly, inspiring creative expression, character building, and community engagement.

