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About Us
For more than 17 years, The Arts of Great Falls (AGF) has nurtured artists of all ages and skill levels through exceptional art classes, workshops, and lectures. Each year, we serve over 500 participants, provide affordable studio space to 12 working artists, and host monthly exhibits and vibrant community events—including the 11th Annual Paint Great Falls plein air competition in 2025.
Become a Champion of the Arts
Your support sustains artistic excellence. Donations help us offer high-quality instruction in small group settings for ages 8+, inspire the community through meaningful events, and provide opportunities that tuition alone cannot cover. Together, we’re shaping the creative future of Great Falls.
Prestigious Alumni
AGF students go on to study at top-ranked universities and art schools, including:
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#1 – Savannah College of Art & Design
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#4 – Virginia Commonwealth University
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#5 – Rhode Island School of Design
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#13 – Brown University
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#15 – Arizona State University*
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#15 – Parsons School of Design*
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#15 – Pratt Institute*
*Three-way tie for 15th place
**Rankings from Art & Design Magazine
The Arts of Great Falls is a non-profit 501(c)3 charitable organization, with the tax identification number of EIN #26-0521993. Your donation is considered a charitable contribution under the U.S. Tax Laws. Consult your tax advisor to determine the extent of the applicable tax deduction.
Ways to Give
Support our programs and help creativity thrive in our community. Your contribution—whether a one-time gift or a recurring monthly donation—directly sustains art education, exhibitions, and opportunities for artists of all ages.
The Arts of Great Falls is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit charitable organization (EIN #26-0521993). Your donation may be tax-deductible under U.S. law; please consult your tax advisor to determine the extent of your deduction.
Online
Make a secure one-time or monthly gift using your credit card. It’s quick, convenient, and directly supports our mission.
By Mail
The Arts of Great Falls
PO Box 1223
Great Falls, VA 22066
Employer Gift Matching
Many companies will match charitable contributions made by their employees—sometimes doubling or even tripling your impact. If your employer offers a matching gift program, simply submit your donation to The Arts of Great Falls for a match.
Tax ID (EIN): 26-0521993
Sponsor The Arts!
Tuition alone does not cover the cost of our programs, including fine art classes for all ages and abilities, events and artist competitions. Donate today to support art students and local artists.
Reach our artful community!
803 Facebook Followers
1,300 Instagram Followers
1,811 Email Subscribers
Sponsor Annual Benefits
CURATOR $10,000
Become our exclusive Curator Sponsor! Benefits include headline event signage, website, email & social media publicity.
Plus, access to private collection tours and exclusive supporter art events.
BENEFACTOR $5,000
Event signage, website, email & social media recognition. Access to exclusive supporter art events.
LEADERSHIP CIRCLE $2,500
Event signage, website and email & social media recognition.
PATRON $1,000
Event signage, website and email & social media recognition.
ART ENTHUSIAST $500
Event signage, website and email & social media recognition.
SPONSOR a YOUTH ARTIST $300
Give the gift of art! Sponsor a youth student. Website recognition.
The Arts of Great Falls is a non-profit 501(c)3 charitable organization, with the tax identification number of EIN #26-0521993. Your donation is considered a charitable contribution under the U.S. Tax Laws. Consult your tax advisor to determine the extent of the applicable tax deduction.
2025 Sponsors
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Spring 2024 Gala
Thank You for Supporting Our 2024 Spring Gala on March 9th!
An Evening in
Monet's Garden
Thank you to everyone who joined us for a fun-filled evening inspired by Monet's gardens in Giverny, France on Saturday, March 9th. Guests entered through a wisteria draped hallway, dined on elegant hors d'oeuvres followed by a three course plated dinner, live auction, music and dancing. Proceeds from this fun night benefit Youth Fine Arts programs at The Arts of Great Falls!
PERFORMANCES BY
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Soprano Melissa Mino and the Great Falls Philharmonic performed.
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Michela Mansuino, AGF Art Instructor, and two of her accomplished students painted a portrait.
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Jill Banks, Artist, captured the gala scene on her canvas and generously donated her painting to the auction.
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Megawatt DJ Jon Paul wrapped up the night by lighting up the dance floor.
WITH SINCERE APPRECIATION
We are grateful to the 2024 Gala Committee for their dedication in planning and hosting this spectacular event, including:
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Adria Black
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Lauren Berkey
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Roz Drayer
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Kanchanna Balraj
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Winnie Frost
Photographs courtesy of James Diedrich.


















































