A Synergistic Partnership Between the Flinn Foundation and the Southern Arizona Arts and Cultural Alliance
In a world where the intersection of business, arts, and culture often shapes the vibrancy of communities, the Flinn Foundation and the Southern Arizona Arts and Cultural Alliance (SAACA) have embarked on an inspirational partnership that exemplifies the power of collaboration. Together, they are fostering a mission-focused cultural planning initiative that seamlessly integrates the arts into the fabric of organizational culture, driving innovation and community engagement through creative expression.
The Flinn Foundation, known for its steadfast commitment to improving the quality of life in Arizona, has long recognized the importance of the arts as a catalyst for social change and economic vitality. By partnering with SAACA, a leading nonprofit organization dedicated to the development of innovative arts programming, the Foundation is taking a bold step to ensure that its headquarters in Phoenix becomes a dynamic hub for cultural dialogue and artistic exploration.
At the heart of this partnership is the integration of arts and business, creating a space where creativity and strategic vision converge. The collaboration has given rise to a series of rotating gallery installations at the Flinn Headquarters, transforming the space into a living canvas that reflects the diversity, resilience, and creativity of the Arizona community. These installations, carefully curated by SAACA, feature works from local artists that resonate with the Foundation's mission, sparking conversations and inspiring action.
Beyond the gallery walls, this partnership extends to integrated programming that aligns with the core values of both organizations. Workshops, panel discussions, and community events held at the Flinn Foundation create opportunities for employees, community members, and artists to engage with one another, fostering a deeper understanding of how the arts can drive meaningful change in society.
The synergy between the Flinn Foundation and SAACA is a testament to the transformative potential of arts and business integration. By bringing together their unique strengths and shared vision, they are not only enriching the cultural landscape of Phoenix but also setting a precedent for how organizations can collaborate to create lasting impact. This partnership serves as an inspirational model, demonstrating that when arts and business unite with a mission-focused approach, the possibilities for innovation, community engagement, and cultural enrichment are boundless.
As the rotating gallery installations continue to evolve, they serve as a living testament to the power of collaboration, creativity, and the belief that the arts have the potential to uplift, inspire, and drive positive change. Through this ongoing partnership, the Flinn Foundation and SAACA are paving the way for a future where the arts are an integral part of organizational culture and community life, resonating far beyond the walls of the gallery and into the hearts of all who experience it.
The Flinn Foundation, known for its steadfast commitment to improving the quality of life in Arizona, has long recognized the importance of the arts as a catalyst for social change and economic vitality. By partnering with SAACA, a leading nonprofit organization dedicated to the development of innovative arts programming, the Foundation is taking a bold step to ensure that its headquarters in Phoenix becomes a dynamic hub for cultural dialogue and artistic exploration.
At the heart of this partnership is the integration of arts and business, creating a space where creativity and strategic vision converge. The collaboration has given rise to a series of rotating gallery installations at the Flinn Headquarters, transforming the space into a living canvas that reflects the diversity, resilience, and creativity of the Arizona community. These installations, carefully curated by SAACA, feature works from local artists that resonate with the Foundation's mission, sparking conversations and inspiring action.
Beyond the gallery walls, this partnership extends to integrated programming that aligns with the core values of both organizations. Workshops, panel discussions, and community events held at the Flinn Foundation create opportunities for employees, community members, and artists to engage with one another, fostering a deeper understanding of how the arts can drive meaningful change in society.
The synergy between the Flinn Foundation and SAACA is a testament to the transformative potential of arts and business integration. By bringing together their unique strengths and shared vision, they are not only enriching the cultural landscape of Phoenix but also setting a precedent for how organizations can collaborate to create lasting impact. This partnership serves as an inspirational model, demonstrating that when arts and business unite with a mission-focused approach, the possibilities for innovation, community engagement, and cultural enrichment are boundless.
As the rotating gallery installations continue to evolve, they serve as a living testament to the power of collaboration, creativity, and the belief that the arts have the potential to uplift, inspire, and drive positive change. Through this ongoing partnership, the Flinn Foundation and SAACA are paving the way for a future where the arts are an integral part of organizational culture and community life, resonating far beyond the walls of the gallery and into the hearts of all who experience it.
LOCATIONThe Flinn Foundation
1802 N. Central Avenue Phoenix AZ 85004-1506 |
TOURSFor scheduling a viewing, please contact Karey Miles at [email protected]. Business hours are 9:00am – 4:00pm and tours are scheduled according to availability. They must schedule prior to coming to ensure that all viewing spaces are available.
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EXHIBITIONSExhibitons rotate twice throughout the year. Opportunities for community involvement, opening night receptions and more ways to engage in the program are posted below.
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The Flinn Foundation
1802 N. Central Avenue Phoenix AZ 85004-1506 The Flinn Foundation is a privately endowed, philanthropic grantmaking organization established in 1965 by Dr. Robert S. and Irene P. Flinn. Its mission is to improve the quality of life in Arizona to benefit future generations. To achieve this mission, the Foundation aims to: advance Arizona’s bioscience sector; enhance undergraduate education for high-achieving students at the state’s public universities; elevate the fiscal and creative capacity of the state’s arts and culture organizations; and strengthen civic life and state-level civic leadership in Arizona. www.flinn.org |
CURRENT EXHIBITION
FLINN AND SAACA PARTNER TO HOST BIOSCIENCE-THEMED EXHIBITION
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The Flinn Foundation and Southern Arizona Arts and Cultural Alliance will host an evocative bioscience-themed show delving into the profound connection between art and health care.
The exhibition will showcase a diverse collection of works exploring themes of scientific discovery, research, exploration, illness, recovery, and the transformative power of creative expression. From Micro to Macro will be on display in the Flinn Foundation’s lobby and conference center in Phoenix from September 2024 to January 2025. You can preview the exhibition artists, and individual featured pieces below. We invite you to explore the artists, their inspiration and insight into this particularly unique bio-science themed art exhibition. If you are interested in purchasing a piece of artwork from the gallery, please contact [email protected] |
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PAST EXHIBITIONS
UNCOMMON KNOWLEDGE
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September 2023 - January 2024
Roche and the Southern Arizona Arts & Cultural Alliance came together to create a one-of-a-kind art exhibition focused on understanding the value of regular disease screenings and their associated diagnostic tests. The exhibition highlights the journeys of 21 Roche colleagues across the United States who have experienced a disease diagnosis that impacted their lives. The show hopes to change the way we take notice of and manage our health. You’ll see a myriad of choices that led to very distinct outcomes. Walking into the gallery space, you’ll come face-to-face with each of these patients’ stories. But that’s not all — we’ve paired each of these patients with both a literary and a visual artist, who, over the last several months, have created pieces that tell each person’s story creatively and uniquely. Pieces of the exhibition were featured at the Flinn Foundation Gallery. |
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