The COMPAS + PRN Alumni Foundation Dinner & Concert is almost here! Get your tix @ compas.org/concert Support youth access to creative experiences while having an amazing evening! MC Frank Sentwali has a special message for you: vimeo.com/1010285592

A new blog post is up: The magic of public libraries. 📚✨ At COMPAS, we’re proud to partner with public libraries and museums to bring creativity and connection to communities across Minnesota! Learn more in our latest blog post. 👉 shorturl.at/eCYgc

Don't miss this program at the Westonka Library in Mound on Saturday, October 5th, from 2:00 to 2:45 p.m. COMPAS Teaching Artist Danielle Daniels will share stories about African American history. Read about it in this article minuteman.com/us/locations/m…

New #blog post! The fabulous Nancy Lyons recently appeared on the COMPAS Creativity on Tap podcast. The conversation with host Frank Sentwali was so inspiring that we turned it into a blog post. Read the blog here: compas.org/2024/09/nancy-…

Ahhhh!!!! The COMPAS + PRN Alumni Foundation concert is here! Dinner tickets are sold out, but you can still join us for the after-party concert! Tix are $25. You do not want to miss the amazing musical performances at the Green Room tonight! compas.org/concert

New blog post! The power of art to heal is undeniable, and Jan Mandel has spent decades helping youth find their voice through theater. In this post authored by COMPAS Principal Teaching Artist Frank Sentwali, read about Jan's incredible journey. compas.org/.../jan-mandel…

For half a century, we’ve had the honor of bringing creative experience and inspiration to people of all ages, backgrounds, and abilities. Watch our new video reflecting on the incredible journey that’s been made possible by your support. vimeo.com/1022563628

Job opening: Arts Program Director The Arts Program Director advances the COMPAS mission by providing leadership and direction of the COMPAS Arts Programs, incl. the Creative Classroom, supervising all other COMPAS arts programs & MUCH MORE! Details: compas.org/work

Give to the Max Day early giving starts today! Last year, COMPAS put creativity in the hands of 20,606 K-12 students, many from historically marginalized communities. With your help, we can expand our impact this year! Make a gift at givemn.org/compas #GTMD #GTMD24

Early giving is now open for #GTMD24! Studies show that children who engage in creative activities score up to 15% higher on standardized tests and experience 30% less anxiety. Help us put creativity in their hands! To make a gift today, visit GiveMN.org/COMPAS

Early giving for Give to the Max Day is underway! Your gift today will go directly into classrooms across Minnesota to provide creative experiences to kids, which is absolutely critical for their development and growth. Make a gift today at givemn.org/compas

Today’s world is full of challenges, but creative experiences empower kids to grow stronger and more resilient. Your support for COMPAS on Give to the Max Day helps bring transformative opportunities to even more children. Early giving is now open! givemn.org/compas

🎨 Today, YOU can make a big difference for Minnesota's kids! Give to the Max Day is this Thursday (Nov. 21), but early giving has begun, and your donation can bring the power of creativity to young people across Minnesota. To give: givemn.org/compas

When we listen to young voices, we hear the future calling. Today, you have the power to amplify those voices. Your support for Give to the Max Day fuels creativity, empowers expression, and shapes tomorrow’s leaders. Let’s answer the call together. 👉 givemn.org/compas

🎉💃 Let’s make kids do their happy dance! 🕺🎨 It's Give to the Max Day! Every donation today puts art supplies in kids' hands, music in their ears, stories on the page, and confidence in their hearts. 💕 Let’s make it happen together! 👉 givemn.org/compas

“I’m gonna be a leader that’s gonna make new leaders.” - Simmia Nelson (5immia) Youth voices are powerful & programs like the Saint Paul Get Down prove it! In this new blog, explore how COMPAS is partnering to empower young artists to lead & dream big. shorturl.at/QqfkA

🎙️ New Pod Alert! Hall of Fame coach Larry McKenzie shares how creativity inspires champions on & off the court. From historic titles to life-changing youth programs, his story is legendary. Listen now: creativityontap.buzzsprout.com #CreativityOnTap #Podcast

✨ Exciting News! ✨ Our roster of renowned, best-in-class teaching artists is growing! We’re thrilled to welcome some incredible new artists who bring unique talents and creativity to our community. 🎨🎭🎶 Stay tuned as we share more about them and their inspiring work.🌟

🌞 Planning for Summer Starts Now! 🌞 Winter is the time to secure your summer programs, and COMPAS Teaching Artists are ready to bring creativity, connection, and discovery to your community! Learn all about it in our new blog post: compas.org/2024/12/making…

Today in the Star Tribune! COMPAS commentary, "Support for the arts is in decline, which is detrimental to kids and our future," highlights a growing crisis: declining arts funding in Minnesota. Read the article on our website - shorturl.at/VXQrT