Challenges to Philanthropy

Public Art

Public art serves as a way to connect communities and break down inequity barriers. This form of art is most important because it is for everyone to see. Regardless of socioeconomic background, gender, or skin color, public art is their for the sole purpose of providing joy and provoking thought in the viewer. However, public art can also serve as cautionary tales; a reminder to the public of past injustices. 

Graffiti HeArt

"Arts. Walls. Education. Serving our mission everywhere."

Created in 2013 by Stamy Paul, Graffiti HeArt took the public art scene in Cleveland, Ohio by storm. Graffiti HeArt is a nonprofit, comprised solely of volunteers, that provides opportunities for young graffiti artists to cultivate their skillsets through commissioned projects, educational workshops, and scholarship opportunities. Stamy Paul, creator and president of Graffiti HeArt graciously accepted to be interviewed by Grant Carr, a first year undergraduate student at Case Western Reserve University. They discussed why public art is so important to the community, the challenges presented by the Covid-19 pandemic to Graffiti HeArt, and the role of public art in the fight for equality.

 

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