Grantee Database

THE TURNER FOUNDATION – SINCE 1958

Grant Year

2022-23

Grant Program

Creative Youth Development

Award Amount

$38,000.00

Project Description

With support from the California Arts Council, the Turner Foundation—Since 1958 will provide a free out of school music education program for 45+ low-income students ages 6-18. CAC funds would support the director of music programs position, needed studio supplies, music production & outreach equipment, rent and utilities.

Organization Summary

The Turner Foundation owns and operates two low-income apartment complexes in Santa Barbara. Each of these apartment complexes is staffed with a Community Learning Center, which offers education and enrichment programs for youth and adults. 1:1 after-school tutoring is offered daily, along with visual art, gardening, and dance. A high-quality music education program facilitates freedom of expression. College readiness and financial planning courses are also offered. Additional programs include the Turner Foundation’s Foundation House, a partnership with the YMCA’s Youth and Family Services to house and provide supportive services for 11 transitional age youth who were formerly homeless.

Organization

The Turner Foundation

Address

PO BOX 186

SANTA BARBARA

93102-0186

County

Santa Barbara

Region

Central Coast

Phone

(805) 730-1200

State Assembly District

37th

State Senate District

21st

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