Visualization

Typical Year

Reliance on grants
 

Ideal Year

Diversified revenue streams.

Time, Energy & Brand Shifts

+32% Donations
+14% Ticket Sales

-45% Grants
-1% Registration

The Wizard of 1:1:1

 
No. 1 Goal / Emerald City

🆕 CAAPA Cultural Center

Multi-Million Dollar Endowment

 

No. 1 Self / Dorothy

✊🏾 Coalition for African Americans in the Performing Arts (CAAPA)

CAAPA is the largest Black non-profit organization that supports people of color in the arts: Bringing Color to the Classics™

The CAAPA Cultural Center offers performances that uplift and inspire, educational programs that open doors, and community initiatives that foster connection and growth. Together, we are breaking barriers, amplifying underrepresented voices, and making classical music more inclusive and reflective of the communities it serves.

Because of CAAPA, there are real opportunities for musicians of color. But the organization’s impact isn’t just about music—it’s about empowerment, visibility, and change. 

CAAPA creates role models, fosters talent with mentorships, and does incredible philanthropic outreach.

Marian Anderson
Reggie Van Lee
Aaron P. Dworkin
Kathleen Battle
Stephen Pagano

Experience CAAPA

Est. 2003
STYLE

  • Afrocentric flair in harmony with traditional/classical world. 

    • Chic & stylish.

    • Clean & clear.

WEBSITE UX

  • Easy to navigate.

  • Highly inspirational — you experience the energy, emotion, stories, music, and statistics of CAAPA.

Homepages of Non-Profits & Foundations

Takeaways

  • Strong and simple first impression — let them land.

  • Modern layouts.

  • Use of color (monochrome for branding or color-coding)

About, Events & Programs

Takeaways

  • Strong and simple first impression — let them land.

  • Billboard sections — one thing at a time, in the order you want.

  • Columns of 2-5 (present options / pages)

  • Rows (upcoming events or latest news)

  • Slider or Carousel (visually tell your story - great for mobile)

  • Calendar (good for viewing programming, past, and future)

Plan Your Visit

CAAPA Cultural Center (CCC)