The Art Project Roanoke is ready to open its doors as a downtown hub for creativity, community, and connection. To make this vision possible, we’re launching our first fundraising campaign to transform our space and stock it with the tools and materials needed for weekly classes, workshops, and community gatherings.

Every contribution helps us create a welcoming environment where art and community can thrive—from building a brighter gallery and meeting space to putting brushes, clay, and paper in the hands of Roanoke’s creators.

Why This Matters

Art Project Roanoke is more than a place to make art — it’s an investment in the future of our city. A thriving arts community strengthens downtown, attracts talent, and creates the kind of vibrant, connected environment where businesses and people flourish. By supporting this campaign, you’re helping shape Roanoke’s tomorrow with creativity, connection, and community at its core.

In-Kind Donations

Not all gifts have to be financial — in-kind donations help us stretch resources further and bring our vision to life. We welcome contributions from local businesses, organizations, and supporters who want to provide goods or services that directly benefit the space.

Items we’re currently accepting:

• Community space furniture (couches, tables, chairs, welcome desk)

• Classroom furniture (tables, easels, workstation chairs)

• Art supplies (paint, brushes, clay, paper, ink, markers, stencils, colored pencils)

• Office equipment (printer, desks, chairs)

• Building materials and improvements (paint, lighting, signage, decorative elements)

If you or your business would like to make an in-kind contribution, please [contact us directly] so we can coordinate logistics and acknowledge your support.