Our Vision
Is to facilitate a variety of inspiring engaging activities for children in our community, convenient and accessible for all.
Our Mission
Is to work together to empower the next generation through low cost activities so that their creativity and knowledge can be released into our communities.
Our Goal
Is to enable all the youth of Cambria and San Simeon to participate in these activities, regardless of their social and financial circumstances. We strive to connect the talent that exists in our community with the children who are eager to learn and grow. Each year has been hugely successful and we are working hard to expand our offerings and to keep pace with the children’s passionate desire to participate and learn.
How Do We Do It
ArtBeat operates under the Pinedorado Lions Foundation 501c3. It is designed to be self-sufficient and private donors have given generously to help get us on our feet. Many families are able to contribute the suggested $5 donation for their classes, but we do not ever require this.
The quality of our teachers is of utmost importance to us, and ArtBeat pays our teachers a modest stipend for their hard work. All other staff and board members are volunteers. Money donated to ArtBeat goes directly towards providing programs for our children, enriching their lives and our community.
Why We Do It
Geographically, Cambria and San Simeon children are isolated from after school enrichment programs that are available in other communities. Many youth do not have a parent able to drive them the 30-40 mile distance to Morro Bay, San Luis Obispo or Paso Robles for after school activities.
ArtBeat formed in 2013 to provide weekly after school programs for dance, music, art, theatre, and academic enrichment. It serves the children of Cambria and San Simeon from preschool age through high school. We are the only organization offering this service to this range of children in our community. All children are welcome either on a drop-in basis or on a regular weekly basis. We follow the school calendar providing a safe and convenient after school activity that is a local solution.