Priority was given to programs serious both about the arts and about motivating kids to achieve at a high level. Innovative programs aimed at young people who would not normally have such an opportunity, and those that work with kids over a long period of time, were also given preference. 96Inc., Revolving Museum, and Maurice J. Tobin School's art program. She believes that kids will open up to adults who show interest in them, benefiting the adults as well. Relationships are like art.
Art is all about risk.
With art, kids are putting it on the line. The Cloud Foundation offers a safe and supportive place for young people to take that kind of risk.