CAN TALKS:

Monitor our progress as we make our way toward establishing a new dedicated, annual, public fund for the arts and arts education.

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CAN Annual Reports
Take a look at what we accomplished.
2010 Annual Report (pdf)
2009 Annual Report (pdf)

Fast Facts

  • 81% of Portland public elementary school students have never received certified instruction in art.
  • 10,321 Full-time equivalent jobs are provided by arts non-profits.
  • Arts & culture non-profits provide 6.25 Million cultural experiences each year.
  • $318 Million in revenue, jobs & spending is provided by arts non-profits.
  • Kids who are involved in the arts are four times more likely to participate in a math and science fair.
  • Recognition for academic achievement is four times more likely for kids who participate in the arts.
  • Attendance in school is improved for those kids involved in arts; they are three times more likely to win school attendance awards.