Our Partners
And Supporters
Generous support from individuals, foundations, and other organizations has made it possible for Artcinia to bring the performing arts to neighborhoods throughout the Philadelphia region. We acknowledge with gratitude:
· Neighborhood Performance Partners ·
Funded in 1928, Resurrection of Our Lord Parish has long served as a
cornerstone of faith and community life in Northeast
Philadelphia. Originally established to serve the growing
Catholic population of the area, the parish has grown
into a dynamic hub offering religious education, youth
programs, and community events. With deep neighborhood roots,
Resurrection continues to be a place where faith inspires action and
community thrives.
Resurrection of Our Lord
in
Rhawnhurst
unded in 1928, Resurrection of Our Lord Parish has long served as a cornerstone of faith and community life in Northeast Philadelphia. Originally established to serve the growing Catholic population of the area, the parish has grown into a dynamic hub offering religious education, youth programs, and community events. With deep neighborhood roots, Resurrection continues to be a place where faith inspires action and community thrives.
The Church of Saint Luke & The Epiphany,
part of the Episcopal Diocese of Pennsylvania, is
known for its rich diversity, encompassing people
of all ages, orientations, and backgrounds. Since its
foundation in 1839 and merger in 1898, the church has
been dedicated to service and compassion, from early
outreach efforts to modern-day support initiatives. Today,
it continues to embody this commitment through various
parish activities, support groups, and community service,
offering a welcoming environment where God's love is
actively lived out.
St. Luke and the Epiphany
in
Gayborhood
The Church of Saint Luke & The Epiphany,
part of the Episcopal Diocese of Pennsylvania, is
known for its rich diversity, encompassing people
of all ages, orientations, and backgrounds. Since its
foundation in 1839 and merger in 1898, the church has
been dedicated to service and compassion, from early
outreach efforts to modern-day support initiatives. Today,
it continues to embody this commitment through various
parish activities, support groups, and community service,
offering a welcoming environment where God’s love is
actively lived out.
Established by Rev. William Motley on January
19, 1920, the parish began with a group of seventy
German-American families and was named after
St. William of Vercelli. Originally meeting in the
Germania Maennerchor Hall, the church now serves
over 5,000 members with services in four languages.
The current church building, constructed in 1955,
supports a vibrant community with a range of worship
services and activities.
St. William
in
Lawncrest
Established by Rev. William Motley on January
19, 1920, the parish began with a group of seventy
German-American families and was named after
St. William of Vercelli. Originally meeting in the
Germania Maennerchor Hall, the church now serves
over 5,000 members with services in four languages.
The current church building, constructed in 1955,
supports a vibrant community with a range of worship
services and activities.
In 2008, Calvary Episcopal Church, Northern
Liberties, and St. Augustine Church of the Covenant
explored a merger, culminating in their first joint
service on February 15, 2009, as Calvary St. Augustine
Episcopal Church. Guided by the Reverend Renee
McKenzie-Hayward, the church flourished until her
move in October 2011, after which the Reverend Isaac
Miller took on the role of Interim Rector, leading the
congregation in its mission of community support
and spiritual unity.
Calvary St. Augustine
in
West Philly
In 2008, Calvary Episcopal Church, Northern
Liberties, and St. Augustine Church of the Covenant
explored a merger, culminating in their first joint
service on February 15, 2009, as Calvary St. Augustine
Episcopal Church. Guided by the Reverend Renee
McKenzie-Hayward, the church flourished until her
move in October 2011, after which the Reverend Isaac
Miller took on the role of Interim Rector, leading the
congregation in its mission of community support
and spiritual unity.
Settlement Music School provides high-quality music
and arts education for children and adults through a diverse,
dedicated faculty of over 200 professionals. Committed to
inclusivity and excellence, Settlement creates a nurturing
environment, ensuring all students have access to exceptional
instruction in music, dance, and creative arts therapy across
its branches. For over 115 years, Settlement Music School
has provided high-quality arts education to the Greater
Philadelphia region. Offering financial aid to over 60% of
students, it ensures accessibility for all, regardless of age
or background. With inclusive programming and exceptional
faculty, Settlement serves over 10,000 students weekly
across the community.
Settlement Music School
in
Queen Village
Settlement Music School provides high-quality music
and arts education for children and adults through a diverse,
dedicated faculty of over 200 professionals. Committed to
inclusivity and excellence, Settlement creates a nurturing
environment, ensuring all students have access to exceptional
instruction in music, dance, and creative arts therapy across
its branches. For over 115 years, Settlement Music School
has provided high-quality arts education to the Greater
Philadelphia region. Offering financial aid to over 60% of
students, it ensures accessibility for all, regardless of age
or background. With inclusive programming and exceptional
faculty, Settlement serves over 10,000 students weekly
across the community.
Settlement Music School provides high-quality music
and arts education for children and adults through a diverse,
dedicated faculty of over 200 professionals. Committed to
inclusivity and excellence, Settlement creates a nurturing
environment, ensuring all students have access to exceptional
instruction in music, dance, and creative arts therapy across
its branches. For over 115 years, Settlement Music School
has provided high-quality arts education to the Greater
Philadelphia region. Offering financial aid to over 60% of
students, it ensures accessibility for all, regardless of age
or background. With inclusive programming and exceptional
faculty, Settlement serves over 10,000 students weekly
across the community.
Settlement Music School
in
Wynnefield Heights
Settlement Music School provides high-quality music
and arts education for children and adults through a diverse,
dedicated faculty of over 200 professionals. Committed to
inclusivity and excellence, Settlement creates a nurturing
environment, ensuring all students have access to exceptional
instruction in music, dance, and creative arts therapy across
its branches. For over 115 years, Settlement Music School
has provided high-quality arts education to the Greater
Philadelphia region. Offering financial aid to over 60% of
students, it ensures accessibility for all, regardless of age
or background. With inclusive programming and exceptional
faculty, Settlement serves over 10,000 students weekly
across the community.
Esperanza empowers North Philadelphia’s Hunting Park
community by providing faith-based programs for over 30 years.
These include education, youth civic engagement, STEM,
and arts programs, helping individuals accumulate skills and assets.
Guided by faith, integrity, and excellence, Esperanza fosters hope,
opportunity, and leadership among underserved communities.
Esperanza fosters personal and community transformation by
promoting self-efficacy and hope in North Philadelphia. For over
30 years, it has created "opportunity communities" through programs
in education, housing, economic development, and legal services.
Esperanza’s model combats poverty by empowering individuals and
building local institutions for national replication.
Esperanza Arts Center
in
North Philadelphia
Esperanza empowers North Philadelphia’s Hunting Park
community by providing faith-based programs for over 30 years.
These include education, youth civic engagement, STEM,
and arts programs, helping individuals accumulate skills and assets.
Guided by faith, integrity, and excellence, Esperanza fosters hope,
opportunity, and leadership among underserved communities.
Esperanza fosters personal and community transformation by
promoting self-efficacy and hope in North Philadelphia. For over
30 years, it has created “opportunity communities” through programs
in education, housing, economic development, and legal services.
Esperanza’s model combats poverty by empowering individuals and
building local institutions for national replication.
Nearly 200 years ago, the Market Square Church,
one of the earliest German Reformed Churches in
America founded in 1733, conducted services in German.
This led to the creation of the First Church to cater to
English-speaking members. Officially organized on
October 17, 1809, the church overcame financial difficulties
and flourished under leaders such as Rev. J. Frederick
Dripps and Rev. D. Reginald Thomas. Today, First
Presbyterian Church in Germantown has transformed
into a vibrant urban ministry, reflecting the diversity of
its surrounding community.
The First Presbyterian Church in Germantown
in
Germantown
Nearly 200 years ago, the Market Square Church,
one of the earliest German Reformed Churches in
America founded in 1733, conducted services in German.
This led to the creation of the First Church to cater to
English-speaking members. Officially organized on
October 17, 1809, the church overcame financial difficulties
and flourished under leaders such as Rev. J. Frederick
Dripps and Rev. D. Reginald Thomas. Today, First
Presbyterian Church in Germantown has transformed
into a vibrant urban ministry, reflecting the diversity of
its surrounding community.
accessible, high-quality arts education to students
of all ages, backgrounds, and skill levels. Offering instruction
in music, dance, and creative arts therapy, it provides
opportunities for students of all ages and abilities to explore
their talents. Serving Germantown and surrounding neighborhoods,
it nurtures creativity, fosters collaboration, and ensures that artistic growth
remains accessible to all members of the community.
Settlement Music School
in
Germantown
The Germantown Branch of Settlement Music School provides accessible, high-quality arts education to students of all ages, backgrounds, and skill levels. Offering instruction in music, dance, and creative arts therapy, it provides opportunities for students of all ages and abilities to explore their talents. Serving Germantown and surrounding neighborhoods, it nurtures creativity, fosters collaboration, and ensures that artistic growth remains accessible to all members of the community.
of Fox Chase, St. Cecilia Catholic Church remains a vibrant
center of faith and community life. Known for its welcoming parish
community, strong academic programs, and commitment to service, St. Cecilia’s
fosters faith, education, and fellowship among families and
individuals. With its rich history and active ministries, St. Cecilia’s continues
to embody the spirit of faith, service, and unity that defines the Fox Chase community.
St. Cecilia's Catholic Church
in
Fox Chase
Founded in 1911 to serve the growing Catholic population of Fox Chase, St. Cecilia Catholic Church remains a vibrant center of faith and community life. Known for its welcoming parish community, strong academic programs, and commitment to service, St. Cecilia’s fosters faith, education, and fellowship among families and individuals. With its rich history and active ministries, St. Cecilia’s continues to embody the spirit of faith, service, and unity that defines the Fox Chase community.
· Partners ·
- The Archdiocese of Philadelphia
· Foundations ·
- Horace W. Goldsmith Foundation
- The Connelly Foundation
- The Huston Foundation
- The John K. and Elizabeth W. Knorr Foundation
- The Presser Foundation
· Donors ·
We are deeply grateful to the many individuals whose generosity fuels Artcinia’s mission. Your support has brought the performing arts to neighborhoods throughout Philadelphia where access is limited, allowing residents to experience the transformative power of music and art right in their own backyards. Each performance celebrates community, culture, and connection, all made possible by your belief in our work. From all of us at Artcinia and from the communities touched by every note and every song, thank you for being a vital part of this journey.
"This was wonderful!! so glad I came! I especially appreciated the narration. The musicians were just exceptional! it was also a great choice of music!"
— May 19, 2024 Vivaldi (Mazzocchi) St. William Lawncrest
