Vision

Our vision is a society where artists of African descent own and benefit from their collective cultural production and have their work supported and celebrated by their community and the world.

Goals

1. 1.NBAF nurtures creativity among young people of African descent. We offer school-based programs that combine high-quality arts education with leadership development to foster college and career-ready students. NBAF’s Youth Education programs occur in Title 1 schools where opportunity gaps disproportionately impact communities of color.
2. 2.NBAF provides Black artists with financial support and professional and artistic development opportunities to bolster their creative and professional skills, enhance their artistic quality, improve their earning potential, and enable more sustainable careers. We provide financial support through competitive awards and grants such as our Artist Project Fund and Horizon Awards.
3. 3.NBAF curates and presents year-round cultural events focused on Black art and artists. Our programs celebrate Black history, culture, innovation, and achievement through immersive arts experiences. We educate the public on the history, impact, and ongoing legacy of different artists, artistic disciplines, and genres.