With support from the California Arts council, Vatthanatham Lao Foundation will help with;
1. Event Operations venue rental, securing spaces for each event such as street closure fees, Merced County Lake Yosemite, securing space for dance practices. Permits and Insurances: necessary permits, liability insurance and compliance with local regulations.
2. Program Development: Workshops and Activities hiring artists, performers and educators to lead workshops, cultural activities and performances. Purchasing materials for arts and crafts, traditional instruments and other supplies. Supporting traditional competitions (e.g., boat races) with awards to encourage community participation.
3. Cultural Promotion, Purchasing traditional Lao costumes, instruments, and performance props.
4. Staffing and Volunteers: Providing stipends to key personnel such as event coordinators, instructors, and performers. Infrastructure and Equipment: Renting or purchasing tents, tables, chairs, safety equipment and portable toilets.