The Compton Arts Project: Enriching Community Through Art
At The Compton Arts Project, we believe art is more than creativity—it’s a powerful force for community growth, cultural preservation, and economic development. Through public art, creative placemaking, and advocacy, we are shaping Compton’s future as a thriving Arts City.
Your donation fuels local artists, public art projects, and community engagement initiatives, ensuring that Compton’s cultural legacy is celebrated and its creative economy flourishes. Together, we can build a vibrant, inspiring, and artistically empowered Compton.
Join us. Invest in creativity. Make an impact.
Join Our Annual $25,000 Fundraising Campaign!
Art has the power to uplift communities, amplify unheard voices, and spark meaningful change. The Compton Arts Project is dedicated to creative placemaking, public art, and arts advocacy, ensuring that Compton’s rich cultural legacy thrives for generations to come.
Our $25,000 Annual Fundraising Campaign fuels critical programs, supports local artists and strengthens our mission to establish Compton as a vibrant hub for arts, culture, and civic pride.
Every contribution—large or small—makes an impact. Your support helps us create opportunities for artists, engage the community, and drive the creative economy forward.
👉 Make a One-Time or Recurring Donation Today!
Become a Sustaining Supporter with a monthly donation and provide steady, ongoing support for public art projects, artist grants, and community arts programming. Your recurring gift ensures we can continue to advocate for and uplift Compton’s arts scene.
Other Ways to Give!
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👕 Shop Merchandise
Support our work and show off your Compton arts pride! Browse our exclusive merchandise collection on
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🎨 Adopt-a-Traffic-Lightbox Project
Support public art in Compton by adopting a traffic lightbox! Your sponsorship helps commission local artists to create stunning artwork throughout the city, transforming everyday infrastructure into inspiring works of art. Contact us to learn how you can adopt a lightbox and leave a lasting artistic legacy.
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👥 Board Member Peer-to-Peer (P2P)
Our board members and ambassadors lead fundraising efforts through peer-to-peer campaigns, rallying their networks to support the arts. If you know a board member or want to launch your own P2P fundraiser, contact us to get started!
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💰 Crypto Donations
We accept cryptocurrency! Donating crypto is a tax-efficient way to support The Compton Arts Project. If you're a crypto holder looking to support our mission, contact us for wallet details and donation instructions.
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💼 Employee Matching Giving
Double your impact! Many employers match charitable donations made by their employees. Check with your HR department to see if your company participates in a matching gift program and maximize your support for The Compton Arts Project.
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🏡 Planned or Estate Giving
Leave a legacy of art and culture by including The Compton Arts Project in your estate plans. Planned giving allows you to make a meaningful impact for future generations while supporting the creative economy in Compton.
Cakecutter Institute: Our Nonprofit Partner
The Compton Arts Project operates under the Cakecutter Institute, a California State and federally designated nonprofit arts organization that serves as our fiscal and administrative partner. Cakecutter Institute is committed to empowering communities of color through the transformative power of art and culture.
Cakecutter Institute is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization. Donations are tax-deductible to the fullest extent of the law.
📌 FEIN: 84-3788544
📍 Mailing Address: P.O. Box 5025, Compton, CA 90224-5025
📞 Phone: +1 315-514-2253 (4-CAKE) main
🌐 Website: www.cakecutterinstitute.org
📧 Email: hello@cakecutterinstitute.org
Together, we are building a brighter, more creative Compton—one project at a time. Thank you for your generosity and support!