Funds in Arts, Culture & Heritage

Castle in the Clouds is located high in the Ossipee Mountains overlooking Lake Winnipesauke. This landmark estate was built in 1914 by shoe magnate Thomas Plant and is now a house museum, open to the public and surrounded by 5,400 acres of pristine forestland protected by our partners the Lakes Region Conservation Trust. In the 17 years since the Castle Preservation Society took over the restoration of the historic buildings and management of the attraction, the Castle has evolved into a valued community resource in addition to being an important NH tourist destination. The Castle serves the region with a wide variety of public programs, an outstanding restaurant with special Music Nights, an award-winning wedding venue, and exciting educational programming for local schools. We have over 50,000 in-person visitors annually, with hundreds of thousands of views of our website and social media channels. The Castle Preservation Society’s mission is to preserve, interpret and share the buildings and landscape of the Castle in the Clouds as a cultural and educational resource for the benefit of the public. Each visit supports our mission to preserve, restore, and share this beautiful New Hampshire icon. Admission fees, restaurant or gift shop purchases, and wedding and event rental fees help to ensure the enjoyment and enrichment of generations to come. Integrity – Our work is grounded in honesty, transparency, and a commitment to professionalism and ethical behavior: we present historical information that is accurate and well-researched. Collaboration – Open communication and teamwork are essential to our success, and we seek out partnerships that enhance and expand our impact. Community – Our organization brings together visitors, staff, volunteers, donors, and partners from all walks of life: we strive to make Castle in the Clouds as accessible and inclusive as possible. Improvement – Through hard work and adaptability we are constantly looking for new ways to engage our audiences and provide them with the highest quality experiences in all that we do. Sustainability – We protect the Lucknow Estate by being financially responsible, minimizing our impact on the environment, and ensuring faithful preservation of the buildings and grounds entrusted to our care.

Separate fund for the HomeComputerMuseum in Helmond. A great museum - with working computers - showing a timeline of computer history. https://www.homecomputermuseum.nl/

Somos has created this fund to offer financial support to vital nonprofits supporting the community. Each organization was carefully selected to represent the multitude of voices within the Hispanic/Latinx community. Each organization contributes to a collective narrative that celebrates the richness of heritage, fosters unity, and amplifies stories that might otherwise go unheard.

Support a Local Fort Wayne High School become "Legendary" in the Arts. North Side High School is one of the oldest public high schools here in the city of Fort Wayne IN. Although it is a big school it is underprivileged and under served. North Side takes great pride in it music program that has been directed under 2 generations of 1 family and between those 2 men they have taken the Marching Legends to the state finals for the past 41 years. This band operates mostly off of donations to create their show and pay the fees so they may compete in the ISSMA competitions. Everyone let us HELP THESE KIDS BE LEGENDARY and get to their 42nd straight finals appearance this year

National NAIDOC Week celebrations are held across Australia in the first week of July each year (Sunday to Sunday), to celebrate and recognise the history, culture and achievements of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples. NAIDOC Week is an opportunity for all Australians to learn about First Nations cultures and histories and participate in celebrations of the oldest, continuous living cultures on earth. You can support and get to know your local Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander communities through activities and events held across the country.

Support for the Lichtjesroute Eindhoven, a yearly event celebrating the liberation of Eindhoven. De Lichtjesroute is een 22 kilometer lang, met elektrische ornamenten verlicht traject, door de stad Eindhoven. De gekleurde lampen branden vanaf 18 september tot de tweede zondag in oktober. De Lichtjesroute is gelegen op de openbare weg, vertrekken kan op elk willekeurig punt en alles voor iedereen gratis toegankelijk. Het meest geniet je van de ornamenten als je de fiets neemt, dan ben je globaal twee uur onderweg. Kinderen hebben het meest plezier van de route, die jaarlijks tweehonderdduizend bezoekers telt. Het succes van de Lichtjesroute is vooral gebaseerd op de bereidwilligheid van een honderdtal vrijwilligers en de hulp van vele sponsoren. To commemorate our liberation and to express this in a “Eindhoven-way”, the citizens placed in 1945 candles and light bulbs, just after the second World War. Since 1984 this tradition is repeated every year in a modern way to make a 22 km route through Eindhoven, that is illuminated by lights. By using hundreds of thousands of light bulbs, LED’s and gas-discharge lamps, volunteers spend their free time to entertain 200.000 people every year that drive, walk or cycle this light route. For this event, several dozen of volunteers, kilometers of cable, lots of lamps and lots of time and sponsors, are put in this magnificent event. With the design of stylized subjects all visitors are amazed by the beauty of light.

The goal of this fund is to organize a lecture by the author of the book "Futurama", on the topic of technology history, at the Evoluon in Eindhoven. In cooperation with the Library of Eindhoven. The date is yet to be determined. Open the image on the right in a new tab, with a right-mouse-click, to see it enlarged. Book (in Dutch) = https://libris.nl/boek?authortitle=fanta-voogd/futurama--9789021340982# Eindhoven cartoon image bottom right by John Heijink; https://johnheijink.nl/lichtstadkunst/

Indigenous Peoples Day, which takes place on the second Monday of October each year, celebrates and recognizes the culture and history of indigenous American peoples. Through a single donation to the Indigenous Peoples Day Fund, you will support Indigenous-led nonprofits focused on building Indigenous power, protecting and restoring land and culture, and strengthening and supporting healthy Native communities. The composition of nonprofits in this fund is subject to change.

October is Filipino American History Month, which commemorates the arrival of the first Filipinos to the United States on October 18, 1587 and honors the history and legacy of the Filipino American community. Filipino American History month aims to acknowledge and celebrate the countless contributions Filipino Americans have made towards the enrichment of American society while empowering Filipino communities both domestic and abroad. Additionally, Filipino American History Month encourages increased appreciation and acknowledgement of Filipino culture in all aspects. The following organizations are supporting Filipino American communities across the United States through cultural advancement and recognition initiatives, providing direct resources to Filipino Americans in need, and building a rich and thriving future for Filipino American generations to come.

Everyone can see that the poor people are suffering for food, education and shelter. What's less obvious is that the rich people are also suffering from stress, relationship issues, health issues, anger, greed, etc. Without achieving inner peace, it's very hard to strive for world peace. Friends Forever is a cultural non-profit organization that's been propagating the timeless wisdom of INDIA's Bhagavad Gita which gives solutions to all problems for all people in the world - rich or poor - by helping them transform their consciousness from material to spiritual. Friends Forever has helped millions of people over the last two decades through conducting large-scale festivals and retreat across the world such as in US, Mexico, Europe, India, Australia and other places to promote vegetarianism, yoga, music, dance, theater, etc as a way to realize the spiritual nature inherent in all of us. Your donations help prepare vegetarian meals, promote inner peace through mantra meditation and help people find meaning and purpose in their lives through various forms of yoga.

Hispanic/Latinx Heritage Month, celebrated from September 15th to October 15th, is a time to honor the rich cultures, traditions, and contributions of Hispanic and Latinx communities around the world. In recognition of this important month, a fund has been established for 2023 to support initiatives that promote and preserve Hispanic/Latinx heritage. The fund aims to provide financial assistance to organizations and individuals working on projects that highlight the diverse histories, art, music, literature, and achievements of Hispanic/Latinx people. This funding will enable the creation of educational programs, cultural events, exhibitions, and performances that celebrate the vibrant heritage and create opportunities for greater understanding and appreciation of the Hispanic/Latinx community. By investing in this fund, we are not only supporting the present but also ensuring the preservation of these invaluable cultural legacies for future generations.

For Hispanic Heritage Month, you will have the opportunity to donate to wonderful organization, Thousand Currents. Thousand Currents has been around for nearly four decades and continues to make connections and relationships for collective power and change in marginalized communities. Specifically, this organization continues to provide support in grassroots efforts in Latin America through climate justice, agriculture, and food sovereignty, to name a few. For more information, please visit the website https://thousandcurrents.org/

Help fund materials, costumes, awards, and food for our annual Hispanic Heritage Night. We are majority second language learners from Mexico attending school in Conyers, Georgia, and we take pride in sharing this beautiful culture during the school year especially Hispanic heritage Month ( September 15-October 15 ).

Music is an art form which crosses the bounds of culture, language, genre, and geography, unifying people across the globe. World Music Day, originating in France and falling on June 21st each year, encourages people all over the world to enjoy the universal language of music in their own way: put on your headphones and listen to your favorite song; attend a musical event; play your favorite instrument; donate to your favorite music-based charity; there is no wrong way to celebrate! The benefits of music for the mind, body, and soul are endless, and World Music Day encourages the world to collectively indulge in one of humanity's greatest art forms. The following organizations are working to support the art of music by providing relief to struggling musicians, increasing music education funding in schools, and reaching those who are in need of the healing power of music. Your donation to this Fund will help these organizations meet their shared goal of ensuring that the art of music continues to thrive for years to come.

For Juneteenth, Shutterstock and Pond5 are proud to support Reel Works and National Black Arts Festival in their efforts to create a more inclusive future for content creators from diverse backgrounds. This Juneteenth initiative is an important part of our commitment to supporting artists from diverse background. To amplify the work of these incredible non-profits, Shutterstock has made a $10,000 donation to each. We are inviting employees to share our goal of advancing the meaningful missions of Reel Works and National Black Arts Festival. **Remember, Shutterstock matches up to $100 of donations per employee per year!

A unique fund made up of five international organizations that serve different aspects of the LGBTQIA+ community all over the globe.

May is Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month, a time to recognize and celebrate Asian and Pacific Islander communities in the United States. May was chosen to commemorate the immigration of the first Japanese to the U.S. on May 7, 1843, and to mark the anniversary of the completion of the transcontinental railroad on May 10, 1869 which had been primarily constructed by Chinese immigrants. In addition to Bright Funds' list of highly-rated Asian American nonprofits focused on civil rights, housing rights, legal representation, education, and cultural preservation and expression, we also added Boston-based nonprofits and organizations suggested by fellow BCAMers to the list.

Since 2006, the month of May has been recognized as Jewish American Heritage Month, a dedicated time to recognize and celebrate Jewish achievements and contributions made to the United States in the arts, culture, academia, sports, medicine, governmental affairs, and so many more critical areas of our nation's history. The following pre-vetted organizations are celebrating the Jewish American experience through educational programming, artifact preservation, art and culture exhibitions/celebrations, and various other mediums to showcase the invaluable contributions so many Jewish figures have made to help the United States grow and prosper, all while honoring the richness of Jewish culture.

In the US, May is commonly called Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month; however, here at Pinterest, we’re recognizing and celebrating not just Asian American heritage, but the rich diversity of all Asian cultures across the world. For us, this is a global moment to come together in the spirit of community and solidarity, and to create belonging and a safe and positive space. This year our theme is Fulfill Yourself, but let's show everyone how Pinterest can fulfill not only ourselves but also fulfill others by donating whatever you are able to help support the global Asian community.

A curation of funds that champion and celebrate Asian and Pacific Islander advancement, creativity, and belonging

Since 2006, the month of May has been recognized as Jewish American Heritage Month, a dedicated time to recognize and celebrate Jewish achievements and contributions made to the United States in the arts, culture, academia, sports, medicine, governmental affairs, and so many more critical areas of our nation's history. The following pre-vetted organizations are celebrating the Jewish American experience through educational programming, artifact preservation, art and culture exhibitions/celebrations, and various other mediums to showcase the invaluable contributions so many Jewish figures have made to help the United States grow and prosper, all while honoring the richness of Jewish culture.

As curated by Squarespace DICSR and Women+ ERG, this fund supports women’s creativity, autonomy, and advancement globally.

Lunar New Year is a multi-week event that is considered one of the most important annual celebrations among East and Southeast Asian cultures and communities, though it is celebrated across the globe. Lunar New Year is typically celebrated with wishes for prosperity and good luck in the new year, while spending time with loved ones and paying homage to past generations through a plethora of traditional foods, activities and events. Lunar New Year is the all-encompassing term to represent the vast number of communities that observe the lunar calendar, and traditions vary across cultures. The Lunar New Year Fund was created to spotlight AAPI-led organizations across the country who provide support and resources to Asian-American communities, celebrate and uplift Asian culture, and fight for Asian representation, justice, and equality.

November is Native American Heritage Month, or as it is commonly referred to, American Indian and Alaska Native Heritage Month. The month is a time to celebrate rich and diverse cultures, traditions, and histories and to acknowledge the important contributions of Native people. Heritage Month is also an opportune time to educate the general public about tribes, to raise a general awareness about the unique challenges Native people have faced both historically and in the present, and the ways in which tribal citizens have worked to conquer these challenges. We have created this funds to distributed in the form of grants to schools, colleges and universities, and to assist with initiatives to improve curricula and resources related to Native American issues, and mascot or imagery revisions, ideally in collaboration with recognized Indian Tribes.SOLIDARIEDADE NA MOKILI, a 501 (C) (3) nonprofit organization. Your contribution is tax-deductible. EIN:82-4685492. Spread your random acts of kindness. Double your impact by inspiring others. Feel good, pass it on. Reminder: Employees submit match requests for monetary donations

Help me support my sister, Caitlin, and her work with Mending Walls. The Mending Walls project seeks to advance social justice through collaborative, community-engaged art, connecting community members and artists from different backgrounds in conversations to foster empathy, connection, understanding, and healing. Richmond Hill will be accepting donations through this Bright Fund on behalf of Mending Walls to help fund future projects. Find out more about the organization and Caitlin's work here: https://www.mendingwallsrva.com/