Hurricane Helene has wrought historic flooding in Asheville, leaving our beloved River Arts District (RAD) devastated.
Out of our 26 buildings, many have suffered catastrophic damage, with precious artwork, supplies, and essential equipment for creators lost in the floodwaters.
Yet, hope remains. We are committed to restoring the creativity and inspiration that make the RAD a beacon for artists and the community. Our immediate goal is to provide our artists with the essential resources they need to rebuild their creative lives in the RAD.
But we can’t do it alone—your support is crucial. Every donation helps us breathe new life into the district and ensures that our creative community has the tools to rise again.
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Thank you for standing with us as we work to rebuild and reimagine the future of art in Asheville. With your support, we’ve already been able to provide emergency stipends to every artist in the RAD, celebrate the soft re-opening with RADfest 1.0, launch the Upper RAD, open a RADA Pop-Up in Atlanta for the month of December, and establish the RADA Outpost in downtown Asheville. We continue to work tirelessly to support our artists.
ADDITIONAL WAYS TO SUPPORT US:
1. Corporate Sponsors
The RADA Foundation is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization dedicated to supporting RADA and its artists. The RADA Foundation funds scholarships for artists, advocates for creative spaces in the River Arts District, and raises funds for innovative projects and events that enhance the visitor experience.
Joining RADA as a corporate sponsor places your business at the heart of these creative endeavors, helping to sustain and expand the River Arts District’s iconic role in Asheville’s culture.
We offer corporate sponsorship at three levels, each providing varying degrees of benefits. Sponsorships not only drive customers to your business but also support the expansion of the arts into teaching and outreach, making art more accessible to all. Your support also helps fund our newly hired Executive Director, who works with RADA to secure grants for events, education, and outreach.
Join RADA as a corporate sponsor and become an integral part of Asheville’s unique and vibrant arts community within the River Arts District.
For more information about our sponsorship benefits and levels, please download the details here.
2. Individual Giving
Thank you for joining our community with your generous tax-deductible donation!
Your contribution is tax-deductible through our new RADA Foundation, a 501(c)(3) organization dedicated to supporting the artists of RADA and enhancing the experience for our visitors. Every donation, no matter the amount, plays a crucial role in sustaining our vibrant artistic community and enriching the lives of art lovers.
Thank you for being a vital part of our creative community!
