Arts Education The Time is Now Dear Community Leader,
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Henderson graduates go on to make a name in outstanding careers in education, cinema, book publishing and more. Some return to our community to build successful restaurants, shops and businesses. Collectively, these home grown arts ambassadors further place Henderson on the map. Henderson's roots run deep with John J. Audubon and WC Handy as the foundation of our artistic history. There is clearly something in the water as Henderson has churned out many famous connections. Many more up and comers sit in elementary schools now. Henderson County Schools (HCS) is the only way the majority of students can access the growth afforded in learning all that comes from arts education. Henderson flourishes with artisans in its highly creative and vibrantly growing downtown. Our local students contribute to that healthy vibrancy. With technology changing and more accessibility to a broader and collaborative arts education, many more artisans can remain local, serve globally, add to the tax base and enrich our local economy. Please consider a sizable gift to further grow our community economically by contributing to arts education in Henderson County. You would be hard pressed to not find one thing in home, office, on the sports fields or anywhere in our community not impacted by the arts and creativity. Increased wellbeing, self-confidence and self-understanding, enhanced communication skills, and improved cognition are only a few of the reasons for teaching the arts. Arts education simply lays the foundation for a better workforce in any career field. This is a time to value the arts in education and this enrichment can not be added or achieved without community investing in its growth. Whether big or small, your gift will make a difference in how we all live our lives in Henderson County. Sincerely, The SoFA Foundation Board of Directors Visit our website to learn more about each of our directors and watch some videos www.hendersonsofafoundation.org