OUR VISION FOR THE FUTURE

As the Arvada Center celebrates 50 years, we're proud to present our 5-year Strategic Plan and a bold vision for the future:

A thriving, inclusive cultural hub where art, ideas, and people cometogether. We’re growing our impact, transforming our space, and expanding access—so everyone can connect, create, and flourish.

EXPLORE OUR 5-YEAR STRATEGIC PLAN - download it here

FOUNDATIONAL GOALS

Focused on strengthening what makes us exceptional today:

FINANCIAL SUSTAINABILITY: Grow funding through partnerships, new approaches, and bold fundraising efforts.

PASSION PAID PROPERLY: Invest in the people who bring our mission to life.

SUPPORT FOR BIG IDEAS: Grow philanthropic support and launch a major capital campaign to fuel visionary work.

ARTS FOR ALL: Expand inclusive, diverse, and welcoming programming so everyone feels like they belong.

ELEVATED HUMANITIES: Inspire thought, connection, and dialogue through meaningful events.

TRANSFORMATIONAL GOALS

Big ideas shaping our future:

FANTASTIC FACILITIES: Reimagine our campus—indoors and out —to support creativity and community.

THE PLACE TO BELONG: Become a vibrant hub for gathering, learning, and joy.

CULTURAL CENTER FOR THE WEST: Extend our impact beyond the Denver Metro area, becoming a destination for all of Colorado and the West.

A PLACE TO FLOURISH: Offer growth for hearts, minds, and connection.