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The Emerald Avenue Foundation
About Us
Home is where the art is created.
At The Emerald Avenue Foundation, we believe art is not a luxury — it’s a lifeline. We exist to amplify the voices of Black communities by cultivating spaces where creativity meets healing, where youth and elders alike are seen, celebrated, and supported.
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Rooted on the South Side of Chicago, our work is a love letter to those who’ve been told their stories don’t matter. We know they do. We know that joy, justice, and imagination are revolutionary tools — and we use them unapologetically.
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Through arts programming, cultural education, and creative entrepreneurship, The Emerald Avenue Foundation builds pathways for liberation that start in the heart and ripple through generations. Whether we’re hosting open mics on porches or poetry slams in school gyms, we are planting seeds of change, one story at a time.
Our Mission
To empower Black communities through the transformative power of the arts, education, and cultural expression.
Our Vision
A world where every Black voice is heard, every dream is nurtured, and every avenue leads to freedom.
Our Core Values
Creativity — We believe art is sacred.
Community — We are rooted in collective care.
Equity — We center those most impacted.
Legacy — We build for those who came before and those who are yet to come.