Enriching generations through the arts.
Leading with Purpose, Advancing the Arts, Empowering Communities:
A Message from the National President
Welcome to The Pierians Foundation, Incorporated. It is my honor and privilege to greet you and to thank you for sharing in our commitment to advancing the transformative power of the Arts. Since our founding in 2007, the Foundation has remained steadfast in its mission to expand access to artistic expression, education, and opportunity, especially for under-resourced and marginalized communities.
As the philanthropic arm of The Pierians, Incorporated, the Foundation proudly supports and strengthens community-based artistic programs, emerging artists, and arts education initiatives across the country. Through our partnership with Pierian Chapters, we have invested in young talent, inspired creativity, and enhanced cultural vitality in the communities we serve. Our work is guided by our mission, to promote and sustain a vibrant artistic fabric, and by our vision to enhance the transformation of generations through the Arts.
We believe deeply that the Arts are essential. They enrich our spirits, elevate our voices, preserve our cultural legacies, and open pathways to opportunity. With integrity, compassion, and purpose, we are committed to ensuring that the Arts remain accessible, inclusive, and celebrated.
Your support makes this possible. By giving to The Pierians Foundation, Incorporated, you help us fund meaningful artistic programs, expand arts education for youth, and nurture exceptionally talented emerging artists. Whether through a one-time gift, recurring contribution, sponsorship, or partnership, your generosity helps us strengthen communities and uplift lives through the beauty and power of the Arts.
We invite you to learn more about our work, support our mission, and join us in nurturing creativity, cultivating artistic excellence, and empowering the next generation of creators and visionaries. Together, we will continue to build a vibrant artistic legacy that transforms lives for generations to come.
Warm regards,
Cara Walker
National President
The Pierians Foundation, Incorporated
WHO WE ARE
The Pierians Foundation, Incorporated is a philanthropic organization which supports the promotion and delivery of arts and art education programs in the United States, with particular focus in the localities of the Pierians, Incorporated’s Chapters. We strive through our arts and education initiatives to:
Support excellence in artistic expression
Cultivate the creative and imaginative skills of our youth
Advance the careers of aspiring and emerging artists
Increase audience appreciation and participation in the Arts.