Mission and Vision

La Grua Center is a small non-profit arts and culture center that presents concerts, art exhibitions, and speakers on a wide range of topics in a welcoming, acoustically distinctive space with vaulted ceilings and flooded with natural light.

Mission

Our mission is to engage community through arts and culture.

vision

Our vision is an enriched cultural life for all in our region.

VALUES AND GUIDING PRINCIPLES

Committed to Excellence: Striving for relevance and diversity in programming, while presenting both esteemed and emerging artists and speakers.
Inclusive: Providing an environment that is welcoming for artists, speakers, audience, employees, and volunteers in an accessible and up-to-date facility.
Collaborative: Connecting with the region’s leaders, artists, nonprofit arts and cultural organizations, and other community partners where missions are aligned.
Appreciative: Honoring our supporters.
Sustainable: Maintaining prudent financial planning and management of our resources, while offering affordable events for all ages.

DEI Statement

At La Grua Center, we are committed to creating a welcoming community space for all. We recognize that diversity, equity, and inclusion are essential to our mission of engaging the community through arts and culture. We strive for excellence, inclusivity, collaboration, and appreciation for a multitude of perspectives.

We acknowledge and embrace differences that make each of us unique. We believe that diversity enriches our programs and enhances the cultural vibrancy of our region. We hope to create an inclusive and equitable environment where all Board members, staff, artists and performers, volunteers, donors, and patrons feel valued and respected.

We believe the pursuit of these values will enrich and strengthen the community and sustain our organization for years to come.