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Our Programs
JACCK Foundation for the Arts provides structured, instructor‑led creative programming that integrates visual art, music, and community engagement. Programs are delivered in a welcoming, ADA‑accessible environment and at partner locations, ensuring accessibility for participants with mobility, transportation, or financial barriers.
Become A Sponsor
Organizational Capacity & Sustainability
Donations help maintain the foundation’s infrastructure—program staff, materials, facilities, outreach, and planning—giving JACCK the stability it needs to plan future classes, fundraisers, and therapeutic programs
🎨 Sketch Supporter – $250
The first stroke that brings art to life
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Company or individual name listed on our website sponsor page
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Logo placement on sponsor page
🖌️ Canvas Contributor – $1,000
Helping us fill the canvas with color and impact
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Company name and logo on website sponsor page
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Direct link to your company on our sponsor page
🎭 Masterpiece Partner – $5,000
Elevating creativity into unforgettable experiences
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Company name and logo on website sponsor page
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Direct link to your company website
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Logo featured on event T-shirts
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Recognition plaque from JACCK Foundation for the Arts
🌟 Legacy Artist – $10,000
Leaving a lasting imprint on our community through art
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Recognition and speaking opportunity at annual awards program
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Company name and logo on website sponsor page
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Direct link to your company website
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Vendor opportunity at select events
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Premium visibility across JACCK programming
🏛️ Visionary Patron – $25,000+ (By Check Only)
Building the future of therapeutic art in our community
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All Legacy Artist benefits
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Featured spotlight in marketing campaigns & social media
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Dedicated sponsored session (Art for the Shut-In or community program)
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Opportunity to co-brand a JACCK initiative
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Private appreciation experience at JACCK
All Donations are Tax Deductable
JACCK Foundation for the Arts welcomes community resource organizations that provide educational information, supportive services, and wellness resources that benefit our seniors, veterans, and families.
To protect the privacy, dignity, and trust of our participants, JACCK Foundation for the Arts does not permit sponsors, vendors, or exhibitors to use our programs or events for lead generation, aggressive marketing, sales presentations, or the solicitation or enrollment of attendees into insurance, Medicare, Medicaid, healthcare plans, or other financial products or services.
Organizations are encouraged to share educational materials, answer questions, and connect participants with available community resources in a respectful, non-solicitative manner that aligns with our mission of serving the community.
Meet Our Founder & Board of Directors
Our Board of Directors is united by a shared passion for creativity, community, and meaningful impact. Each board member brings a unique blend of professional experience, lived perspective, and heartfelt commitment to advancing access to the arts for individuals of all ages and backgrounds.
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Clarissa McCray
Founder & CEO
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Cheryl Patrick
Secretary
Darryl Poindexter
President
Jackie McCarter
Treasure
Michael Patrick
Vice President
Kaia Givens-McCray
JR Board Member
Donate Through Our Community Partners!
Community partners play a vital role in helping donors support the JACCK Foundation for the Arts by providing platforms, resources, and outreach to make giving easier and more impactful. Through fundraising events, sponsorships, and donation matching, our partners amplify the generosity of donors and help bring free art programs to underserved seniors and veterans in the St. Louis community.
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The JACCK Foundation for the Arts is committed to fostering an inclusive environment that embraces and celebrates diversity in all its forms. Our diversity and inclusion policy is built on the following key principles:
Equal Opportunity
We ensure that all individuals, regardless of race, ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, disability, age, religion, or socioeconomic background, have equal access to opportunities within our organization and programs.
Representation
We strive to reflect the diverse communities we serve in our staff, leadership, artists, and programming, recognizing that diverse perspectives enhance creativity and innovation.
Education and Awareness
We provide ongoing training and resources for our staff, partners, and stakeholders to promote understanding, respect, and inclusion of diverse cultures and identities.
Accessibility
We are dedicated to making our events, exhibitions, and programs accessible to all individuals, including those with disabilities, by removing physical, social, and economic barriers.
Community Engagement
We actively seek to involve underrepresented groups in our activities and decision-making processes, ensuring their voices are heard and valued.
Accountability
We regularly review and assess our policies and practices to ensure they align with our commitment to diversity and inclusion, making adjustments as necessary to improve our efforts.
By upholding these principles, the JACCK Foundation for the Arts aims to create a welcoming and equitable environment where everyone can experience the transformative power of the arts.