THANK YOU!

For 28 remarkable years, SKETCH transformed lives through the power of art, touching over 15,000 individuals who have become influential leaders in Toronto’s arts community.

While we closed our doors earlier this year, we are deeply moved by how our community has rallied together, with a dedicated volunteer team thoughtfully managing this transition period.

Looking ahead, we envision these purpose-built creative spaces continuing to serve Toronto’s cultural landscape. Working with our trustee Brian Iller of Iler Campbell LLP, we are exploring possibilities to maintain these spaces as a cultural hub.

Arts organizations and creative businesses interested in activating these vital spaces can contact Social Art Studio Space (SASS) at socialartstudiospace@gmail.com. We’re grateful for your transformative support that helped build a community where creativity, dignity, and belonging flourished.

Together, we can ensure that the spirit of creativity and community we all built continues to thrive in the heart of Toronto.

With deep appreciation for your contributions to this remarkable journey,
SKETCH Transitions Team

SKETCH COMMUNITY UPDATE (as of August 30, 2024)

For over 27 years, SKETCH Working Arts has been committed to fostering a safe and inspiring space where young people can explore their creativity, develop their skills, and find their voice.

We Need Your Help to Reset SKETCH for the Future

SKETCH is at a critical juncture. We are facing significant financial challenges that have led us to make difficult but necessary decisions, including reducing our operations and staff.

We are now partnering with community artists who will be in the space soon to open the doors to the SKETCH community! Stay tuned to our social media for announcements on upcoming sessions and further updates. Be sure to follow us @sketchtoronto.

Your Support is Vital

$500,000 to stabilize SKETCH and reset the organization so that we can be even more intentional about providing opportunities to those who need them most. Your donation will directly support our restructuring efforts, enabling SKETCH to fairly compensate terminated staff, pay artist fees for fall programs, and cover operating expenses, ensuring we can keep our doors open.

Visit our website at www.sketch.ca/donate/ to make a one-time or recurring donation. Gifts of $100, $50 or even $20 can make a real difference and will receive a tax receipt.

Together, we can reset SKETCH Working Arts for a future where we continue to empower young people through the arts, with a renewed commitment to sustainability and impact.

Thank you for your unwavering support.

Sincerely,
Board of Directors
SKETCH Working Arts

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