MAHALO FOR YOUR SUPPORT!
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Option 1: DONATEMaui Public Art Corps is a 501(c)(3) tax-exempt nonprofit organization whose Federal Employer ID number is 86-1335284. All donations are tax-deductible to the extent permitted by law.
Donations of any amount provide pivotal support. Make your contribution through our fiscal sponsor, Lokahi Pacific, via the DonorBox platform here or send a check payable to: “Lokahi Pacific/ MPAC” 1935 Main St #204 Wailuku, HI 96793 If donating online please note: DonorBox retains 4-5% of each transaction + Stripe charges a non-profit processing fee of 2.2% + $0.30 (non Amex) or 3.5% (Amex). Please include “MPAC” in your payment comments. |
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Option 2: MERCHWe are currently piloting a Bonfire merch campaign, which allows interested supporters full access to sizing, material/ quality and style. This t-shirt fundraising platform empowers all sorts of causes to design apparel that communicates their mission and establishes a sense of community among supporters. While Maui Public Art Corps receives a portion of each purchase you make, the larger benefit to us is building awareness through your enthusiasm for the work that we are building, creating and celebrating together!
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Option 3: GRANTSKnow of a grant opportunity that helps to build connections amongst Maui County people, places and stories? Let us know!
Recent grant awards that we've received, many in partnership with our fiscal sponsor, Lokahi Pacific:
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Community Feedback
"For context—because ST*BA is all about building community through art—I hoped to contribute to the story of “the tenacity of the o’opu” through the lens of introducing a new human to our art-filled community and watching these new works come to life. Which reminds me that I’d like to share totally personal plug for the ST*BA website. If you have not explored that site yet, berah, grab your snorkel and your fins and dive in ‘cause it is an enchanting sea cave of insight and robust resources to explore the processes of these projects. For example, you can spock da project pages and watch the recorded artist-and community consultation meetings—which were wonderful to listen to. Some of them are just under an hour each. That sounds like a lot (and at first it felt voyeuristic listening to someone else’s meetings) but then you see what’s happening and you’re like: Oh, wow. Cool. And you’re hooked! The website is a neat window into the depth of processes for the art itself. But moreover, the additional stories brought forth really stoked in me an alohaful understanding of this place and the people of this place—in a way that I don’t know how I could have gained otherwise.
I urge you to check it out for yourself; because it will give you something that all the writing in the world couldn’t—you’ve just gotta dive in and check ‘em go check." — Anuhea Yagi
"This is an important program not just for Wailuku but to demonstrate the value of public art and how it's essential to the lives and quality of life for everyone who lives, works, and visits the town. The county does not have a Percent for Art requirement and I hope this effort leads to that. We are way behind the times for this! Keep up the good work." – David Yamashita
“Working with this program has been a very unique experience in that you are truly listening to community members and what they bring to the table. I’ve been energized and touched by the memories and knowledge that’s been shared with me, and I hope to create a reflection of woven images that we can all relate to and see ourselves as part of.” — Sachelle Dae
“I am really impressed by how this program has worked with bringing the community into all of their projects. Sometimes the community engagement is something that a public art project will claim to have, but in actuality, is only a minimal part of it. As I’ve been transitioning to do more public art projects over the past few years, from primarily making work for galleries and museums, I’ve most enjoyed the projects where I get to have a real connection to the people in a community. This type of connection allows for the art that gets made to be much richer and meaningful for those who have been a part of making it happen.” — Lori Hepner
“I’m really grateful to SMALL TOWN * BIG ART, Adaptations Dance Theater and the County of Maui for this coming together. I strongly believe that art should be accessible and it should be in public spaces. It should be seen and shared, and it takes a step of a whole place, a whole community, a whole island for that to really happen — and for everyone to believe that it should be funded, it should be seen. I just feel tremendously grateful for this project and these organizations, that they’re making an effort to do that and to change the way that artists are able to work.” — Hallie Hunt
“I was pretty blown away by Friday evening, as was the colleague who came with me. I want to do that!!! I am so drawn to the storytelling, the history aspect, the art involved — all of it. Mahalo for helping to make that happen. I look forward to where it’s all going and how I can be a part of it.” — Jocelyn Romero Demirbag
"Finally a public art program on Maui!! I hope it becomes a model for more public art and percent for the arts in Hawaii in general. The program gets children and adults outside and gives them a platform for dialogue about local culture and history as well as inspiring creativity. You are bringing public art to the forefront of a struggling community, henceforth enriching and improving the quality of life and bringing outsiders in the town." – Jessica Bodner
“Public art in Wailuku is making our town a destination and it is an economic stimulus.” — Patricia Macklin
“Iconic, well-placed public art can change a community and how a community thinks about itself for the better.” — Anonymous Survey Respondent
“I LOVE the work you are doing and appreciate seeing the artwork every time I pass by. I think it is great for our collective morale and well-being.” — Jen Atay
“I’m so excited to see a push for public art. I love visiting Wailuku and seeing the murals. My wife and son (6) often stop to talk about them in hopes that it helps his curiosity and creative thinking. We moved here to raise our child in the kaiapuni education system and would love to see a continuation of art that represents the Hawaiian culture. Can’t wait to see what the next 10 yrs has in store!” — Bill Baer, South Maui resident
“This is a fun, positive, community-spirited effort that engages a lot of creatives, government professionals, community leaders, business owners and families in a well-publicized, inviting project to boost a town we all love.” — Terri Erwin, Wailuku
"I feel incredibly grateful to have been a part of projects and have witnessed other projects and programs unfold. I feel a deeper sense of belonging and feel more aware of my impact as a resident. The programs have created space for me to learn more about Hawaiian Culture and natural resources in a way that feels guided and authorized. The beauty and breadth of impact from MPAC continues to build. Congratulations on all that you have given, the voices and stories that have been recorded and preserved, the artists that have felt uplifted and seen, the walls that have been blessed with painted stories, the minds that have been opened, the children that have been encouraged." — Hallie Hunt
"The film festival was phenomenal, I am so excited to share the links with folks! You all do such an impressive job of sharing the Why along with the work, it’s inspiring!" — Jen Cox
"More people need to get to see more of what the organization is creating. I can’t imagine anyone who had any experience with it not being a life changing one. Everyone involved is so inspired, committed, and full of Aloha." — Anastacia (Kihei, HI)
"It was a beautiful afternoon of story telling and creativity. My husband and I appreciated everyone being so vulnerable while sharing their experiences. I felt so welcomed by your community and would love to come to more events! Thank you for making art accessible to everyone, even visitors! :) — Vanessa (Daly City, CA)
I urge you to check it out for yourself; because it will give you something that all the writing in the world couldn’t—you’ve just gotta dive in and check ‘em go check." — Anuhea Yagi
"This is an important program not just for Wailuku but to demonstrate the value of public art and how it's essential to the lives and quality of life for everyone who lives, works, and visits the town. The county does not have a Percent for Art requirement and I hope this effort leads to that. We are way behind the times for this! Keep up the good work." – David Yamashita
“Working with this program has been a very unique experience in that you are truly listening to community members and what they bring to the table. I’ve been energized and touched by the memories and knowledge that’s been shared with me, and I hope to create a reflection of woven images that we can all relate to and see ourselves as part of.” — Sachelle Dae
“I am really impressed by how this program has worked with bringing the community into all of their projects. Sometimes the community engagement is something that a public art project will claim to have, but in actuality, is only a minimal part of it. As I’ve been transitioning to do more public art projects over the past few years, from primarily making work for galleries and museums, I’ve most enjoyed the projects where I get to have a real connection to the people in a community. This type of connection allows for the art that gets made to be much richer and meaningful for those who have been a part of making it happen.” — Lori Hepner
“I’m really grateful to SMALL TOWN * BIG ART, Adaptations Dance Theater and the County of Maui for this coming together. I strongly believe that art should be accessible and it should be in public spaces. It should be seen and shared, and it takes a step of a whole place, a whole community, a whole island for that to really happen — and for everyone to believe that it should be funded, it should be seen. I just feel tremendously grateful for this project and these organizations, that they’re making an effort to do that and to change the way that artists are able to work.” — Hallie Hunt
“I was pretty blown away by Friday evening, as was the colleague who came with me. I want to do that!!! I am so drawn to the storytelling, the history aspect, the art involved — all of it. Mahalo for helping to make that happen. I look forward to where it’s all going and how I can be a part of it.” — Jocelyn Romero Demirbag
"Finally a public art program on Maui!! I hope it becomes a model for more public art and percent for the arts in Hawaii in general. The program gets children and adults outside and gives them a platform for dialogue about local culture and history as well as inspiring creativity. You are bringing public art to the forefront of a struggling community, henceforth enriching and improving the quality of life and bringing outsiders in the town." – Jessica Bodner
“Public art in Wailuku is making our town a destination and it is an economic stimulus.” — Patricia Macklin
“Iconic, well-placed public art can change a community and how a community thinks about itself for the better.” — Anonymous Survey Respondent
“I LOVE the work you are doing and appreciate seeing the artwork every time I pass by. I think it is great for our collective morale and well-being.” — Jen Atay
“I’m so excited to see a push for public art. I love visiting Wailuku and seeing the murals. My wife and son (6) often stop to talk about them in hopes that it helps his curiosity and creative thinking. We moved here to raise our child in the kaiapuni education system and would love to see a continuation of art that represents the Hawaiian culture. Can’t wait to see what the next 10 yrs has in store!” — Bill Baer, South Maui resident
“This is a fun, positive, community-spirited effort that engages a lot of creatives, government professionals, community leaders, business owners and families in a well-publicized, inviting project to boost a town we all love.” — Terri Erwin, Wailuku
"I feel incredibly grateful to have been a part of projects and have witnessed other projects and programs unfold. I feel a deeper sense of belonging and feel more aware of my impact as a resident. The programs have created space for me to learn more about Hawaiian Culture and natural resources in a way that feels guided and authorized. The beauty and breadth of impact from MPAC continues to build. Congratulations on all that you have given, the voices and stories that have been recorded and preserved, the artists that have felt uplifted and seen, the walls that have been blessed with painted stories, the minds that have been opened, the children that have been encouraged." — Hallie Hunt
"The film festival was phenomenal, I am so excited to share the links with folks! You all do such an impressive job of sharing the Why along with the work, it’s inspiring!" — Jen Cox
"More people need to get to see more of what the organization is creating. I can’t imagine anyone who had any experience with it not being a life changing one. Everyone involved is so inspired, committed, and full of Aloha." — Anastacia (Kihei, HI)
"It was a beautiful afternoon of story telling and creativity. My husband and I appreciated everyone being so vulnerable while sharing their experiences. I felt so welcomed by your community and would love to come to more events! Thank you for making art accessible to everyone, even visitors! :) — Vanessa (Daly City, CA)