Grand Valley Creative Alliance

A nonprofit organization

$13,608 raised by 5 donors

68% complete

$20,000 Goal

The Grand Valley Creative Alliance (GVCA) is a nonprofit organization dedicated to strengthening the creative economy of Western Colorado. As one of the region’s emerging creative hubs, GVCA connects and supports artists, makers, and cultural organizations at every stage of their journey, from those taking their first steps to seasoned creatives expanding their impact. Through education, collaboration, and advocacy, we’re building a network where creative people and ideas can thrive.

Introducing The ARTery — Our First Major Capital Project

As GVCA has grown, the need for a centralized, accessible creative space has become clear. In response, we launched The ARTery, a new community art studio designed to give artists the tools, workspace, and community they need to flourish. On November 12, we celebrated the official groundbreaking, a major milestone for the arts in the Grand Valley and the beginning of a long-awaited investment in local creative infrastructure.

The ARTery will provide:

  • Affordable studio and workspace

  • Shared tools, equipment, and professional support

  • Workshops, classes, and business development resources

  • A collaborative environment that strengthens connection and fuels creative growth

This space brings GVCA’s mission to life, transforming support for the arts from an idea into a physical home where creativity can be built, shared, and sustained.

Colorado Gives Day donations help build it.

All Colorado Gives Day contributions will go directly toward the capital campaign for The ARTery, supporting construction and build-out costs. Your gift helps ensure that this community-driven vision becomes a long-term, sustainable resource for artists across the Grand Valley.

Mission

To empower the people and places that give the Grand Valley its creative heartbeat by connecting artists, businesses, and communities through shared resources, collaboration, and opportunity.

Background Statement

The Grand Valley Creative Alliance was created to bring together the people and places that give this valley its creative pulse. We’re growing our capacity and deepening partnerships to better serve artists, makers, and organizations throughout the region, ensuring that creativity remains a defining force in the Grand Valley’s identity and future.

Organization Data

Summary

Organization name

Grand Valley Creative Alliance

Year Established

2018

Tax id (EIN)

83-2013765

Category

Arts, Culture & Humanities

Organization Size

Small Organization

Colorado State Tax Credits

Colorado Enterprise Zone Credit

Address

PO BOX 851
GRAND JCT, CO 81502

Service areas

Grand Junction, CO, US

Mesa County, CO, US

Palisade, CO, US, 81526

Fruita, CO, US

Phone

970-697-7007

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