WHO ARE WE?
The Canady Foundation for the Arts (CFA) is a Washington, DC cultural arts 501(c) 3 non-profit organization that uses the power of story to connect professional artists to youth of color through arts education, community, live theater, and professional development. By intersecting theatre, media, cultural activism, mentorship and entrepreneurship, CFA uses storytelling to positively impact youth as they develop into adulthood.
WITH GENEROUS FUNDING FROM:
Where we belong
Located in Washington, DC, the Canady Foundation for the Arts stands upon occupied, unceded territory: the ancestral homeland of the Nacotchtank whose descendants belong to the Piscataway peoples.
Education, Corporate, & Community Partners
Today’s students.
Tomorrow’s
Artists-Leaders.
We have served over 10,000+ students since 2015.
Book a creative arts workshop with CFA
Dive into the world of Broadway, improv, cultural literacy, creative entrepreneurship
Invitation Program
You are INVITED to the Theatre with CFA. We take DMV youth, families and partner schools to see free theatre across the city
Work with us
Join us in shaping the future! CFA seeks teaching artists, performers, and passionate board members committed to empowering youth of color through the theatrical arts.
““If it wasn’t for organizations like CFA, bringing arts to the youth in our area, I would not have had the access I needed to grow into the artist I am. CFA is giving children access to the arts who may not have it due to where they live.”
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Get involved
Become a Sponsor, Donate or Volunteer with CFA today! We have programs all over the DC, Maryland, Virginia area.
