The Bama Works Fund of the Dave Matthews Band earmarked a $10,000 gift for two of the University Art Museum's youth programs.
The grant marks the first time that the fund, which is administered by the Charlottesville-Albemarle Community Foundation, has supported youth programs.
The Early Visions Program and 2003 Summer Arts Camp are the two programs that will benefit from the fund's donation.
Both programs offer hands-on arts programs and alternative learning opportunities for teenagers identified as "at-risk students."
Starting in 1998, the Early Visions Program has brought high school students together to meet in the museum for one hour each week during the spring semester.
Throughout the semester, the students work with artists, strengthen their visual literacy and artistic skills and receive mentoring from University student tutors. Additionally, the program encourages students to plan for college and careers.
This year's camp includes both middle and high-school students who will study photography and work with artists for six weeks.
The grant will allow museum leaders to begin planning already for the 2003 camp.
Museum officials, excited about the growth of the program over the years, said they anticipate adding movement and music to next year's sculptural theme.
- Compiled by Shelley Johnson
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