Spring for the Arts, indeed
The 10th Annual Cathedral Arts Project Spring for the Arts gala celebrated its mission– while raising over half a million dollars in one evening. The goal of helping enrich the quality of life in Northeast Florida by celebrating the creative spirit of Jacksonville’s youth was in full effect, as a youth performance kicked off the live auction.
The milestone fundraising effort will go a long way in providing access to instruction in the visual and performing arts. Cathedral Arts programs empower underserved, school-aged children to succeed in all areas of their lives. Currently, the programs serve 2,145 students two afternoons each week during the school year and summer, providing quality, standards-based instruction in dance, music, theatre and visual arts at no charge, thanks to support from patrons and donors. The ever-growing event was held at the Deerwood Country Club on March 7 and tallied over 650 in attendance.