Community Outreach
MVFAF offers space along Cascade for local non-profits to share their mission with the festival community. O'Hanlon Center for the Arts is one community arts organization that love to participate!
Some of our recent projects include:
Park Improvement
Over the years, the Festival has contributed towards enhancements of Old Mill Park that can be enjoyed all year long, not just during the Festival. Some of the projects are the Main Stage seating area, improvements to the stage itself, the cement ramp located in the lower park, and (importantly!) the restrooms.
Emerging Artist Scholarship Fund
In 2010 we established a scholarship program for Tamalpais High School students who excel in the visual arts. $500 awards are given to two senior visual arts students along with the opportunity to become one of our Emerging Artists. $250 awards are given to two juniors. Unlike most scholarships that go to the institution, our awards go directly to the student to be used for tuition, art supplies and encourage them along the path to becoming artists. Scholarship winners’ work is also featured in our merchandise shop where artists earn a royalty for each sale.
Eleanor Lawson (Senior)
Laina Norwood (Senior)
Renee Kraemling (Senior)
Plum Lee (Senior)
Hilary Knowles (Junior)
Phoenix Kaise (Junior)
We are always looking for more opportunities to deepen our impact and improve our diversity. If you have ideas, let us know!
Community Speaks
Stephanie Moulton-Peters - Marin County Supervisor
“The Mill Valley Fall Arts Festival is a magical event with fabulous art on display under the redwood trees, music and entertainment and a mellow vibe, all reflective of Mill Valley's wonderful community and creativity!”