Donate Now!
Three ways to help fund our new (temporary) arts center!
• To make a donation online, click here (or click the orange Donate button)
• For donations through your donor-advised fund, contact Jill Asher, 650-520-8512
• If you prefer to send a check:
Please write checks to Casa Circulo Cultural, adding Center for Creativity in the note line.
Center for Creativity
c/o Susie Peyton
1400 Roosevelt Avenue
Redwood City, CA 94061
Center for Creativity at Hotel Sequoia
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Press Release 12.2.24
Dear Friends and Supporters
We are thrilled to share that our long-awaited vision for a visual and performing arts center in San Mateo County is one step closer to reality! After more than five years of planning, community engagement, and invaluable input from supporters like you, we are excited to announce the first phase of Center for Creativity (CfC) a vibrant, two-year temporary proof-of-concept space located at Hotel Sequoia in the heart of downtown Redwood City.
To bring this vision to life, we need your support and funding to make it happen!
With the CfC occupying this space, this historic site will open its doors to the public for the first time in 50 years. For the next two years, Hotel Sequoia will serve as a dynamic hub for art and economic development, breathing new life into the creative spirit of our community. We envision this space as a sanctuary where artists, performers, and community members can come together to inspire and collaborate. Lastly, it will demonstrate strong demand for the CfC, as we continue to identify a location for a permanent home.
Together, Let’s Transform Our Community into an Arts Hub
This exciting initiative is just the beginning of a larger vision for a permanent visual and performing arts center in San Mateo County. This two-year space will serve as a vibrant arts and culture hub, providing access to the arts for all and showcasing our potential for a permanent visual and performing center that enriches the local community. By fostering creativity and collaboration, we aim to welcome artists and audiences alike, creating an inclusive environment for everyone to enjoy.
Experience the Power of Art at Hotel Sequoia with CfC
• Engaging Arts Classes: For all ages and skill levels
• Art Exhibits: Showcasing a variety of art installations
• Live Performances: Featuring local and visiting artists
• Cultural Events: Celebrating our community’s richness
• Collaborative Studio Spaces: For artists to create and connect
• Open Studio Events: Encouraging public engagement
• Retail Space: For local artists to showcase and sell their work
Our Funding Goals
We are on the brink of something extraordinary, and we need your help to make it happen! To bring this vision to life, we are reaching out to philanthropists, developers, city and county leaders, and passionate individuals in our community who love the arts. Every donation, whether large or small, makes a significant impact in turning our dream into reality.
Kickoff Phase
Our immediate goal is to raise $75,000 by the end of 2024. This crucial funding will enable us to make significant progress in establishing our space and launching our programs.
Next Steps: We aim to secure an additional $275,000 by June 2025, which will cover essential programming, supplies, and other critical operational costs.
Questions? Contact us!
Email: centerforcreativitysmc@gmail.com
Phone: Jill Asher 650-520-8512
Our Fiscal Sponsor
Under the fiscal sponsorship of Casa Circulo Cultural (a 501(c)(3) organization), we are poised to make a profound and lasting impact on our community. We thank Casa Circulo Cultural for their incredible support for this endeavor.
