Mission

We believe that arts, culture and creativity play a critical role in creating a sense of belonging to a community. Our mission is to invest in the people, programs and ideas that move us toward a more equitable, sustainable and innovative creative ecosystem.<br><br>Our vision is an equitable, connected community where creativity is central, celebrated and support.<br><br>ASC serves as the designated "Office of Cultural Resources" for the City of Charlotte, Mecklenburg County and six suburban towns by providing advocacy, cultural education programs, cultural planning, fundraising, grant making, public art and workshops and trainings for the cultural community. <br><br>We combine resources from local and state government with those of the private sector to maximize community impact throughout the cultural sector.