About the Foundation
With a mission to enrich the community through the power of the arts, the California Center for the Arts, Escondido Foundation (CCAEF) is an independent 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization contracted to manage the CCAE’s 12 acre facilities by the City of Escondido.
After the people of Escondido voted to fund the CCAE in June 1985, the City entrusted
its management to the CCAE Foundation. As a nonprofit dedicated to prioritizing the
community’s cultural and artistic needs, the Foundation was uniquely equipped to bring
this vision to life with excellence and unwavering commitment. For the past 30 years,
the Foundation has been a steadfast steward of the comprehensive facilities. Over the
years a volunteer Board of Trustees composed of community leaders, has worked
tirelessly to govern the facilities’ management and cultivate an environment where the
arts could flourish and the community could thrive.
To underscore the Foundation’s commitment to its mission and stewardship of the facilities, the Board of Trustees, staff, volunteers and community members met in spring of 2024 to create a strategic plan as a roadmap to success to be executed over the next five years. The core values identified in the plan by the Foundation are as follows:
Community
We believe in the power of the arts to bring people together to build strong vibrant
communities.
We believe in the strength of collaboration and in seeking partnerships with artists,
organizations and community members to achieve our mission.
We are committed to providing a welcoming and inclusive environment where all people
feel valued, respected and belong.
We commit to making art and cultural experiences accessible to all, regardless of
economic, physical and social barriers.
Creativity
We value and foster creativity in all forms, celebrating imagination and innovation.
We pursue excellence in all that we do, striving for the highest standards of artistic
quality, professionalism and integrity.
Adaptability
We embrace change and innovation, continuously adapting to meet the evolving needs
of our community and the arts sector.
Education
We are dedicated to providing educational opportunities that inspire learning,
exploration, personal growth, and professional career opportunities through the arts.
We value the opportunity to empower individuals to explore their creative potential,
express themselves authentically and make a positive impact through the arts.
Fiscal Responsibility
We are committed to be fiscally responsible and to be good stewards of our resources
in all aspects of our operations.
ARTS ASSESSMENT SURVEY
All surveys are anonymous
We would love to hear your feedback. Please take this short arts assessment survey available in English and Spanish to guide us as we plan for future programming.
