As you may know, Spread Art is dedicated to fostering creativity, community, and cultural exchange in Detroit. From captivating performances to thought-provoking exhibitions, our space is a hub for innovation and expression for the community. However, we have encountered a critical obstacle that hinders our mission: the accessibility of our facilities.

Despite being entirely volunteer-run, Spread Art has consistently strived to make our space as inclusive as possible. Yet, our bathrooms fall short of meeting the needs of all members of our community. As an organization committed to equity and accessibility, we recognize the urgency of rectifying this situation. That's why we're launching a fundraiser to finance the much-needed renovation of our bathrooms to comply with ADA (Americans with Disabilities Act) standards.

We do not have any operational funding and it's been three years since we last received capital improvement grant funding, with our last significant grant being the 2021 NeighborHub grant that allowed us to address a critical structural issue by replacing our roof. Last summer, with the unwavering support of our community, we tackled our largest project to date: the repair and restoration of the masonry. These improvements showcase how every penny we receive is dedicated to enhancing our space for the benefit of all.

Your generous contributions will enable us to transform our bathrooms into fully accessible facilities, ensuring that everyone who comes through our doors can participate in and enjoy our cultural offerings without barriers. Whether it's a one-time donation or a recurring contribution, every dollar makes a tangible difference in our ability to serve the communities that gather, create, and express themselves at Spread Art.

Your donation isn't just about renovating bathrooms; it's about fostering a culture of inclusivity and empowerment through art.

Please consider joining us in this important endeavor. Together, we can make Spread Art a place where everyone feels not only inspired but truly welcome. Thank you for your unwavering support and belief in the power of art to connect and uplift us all.

What Is Spread Art?

Spread Art is a community incubator designed to foster creativity through residencies and collaborations with artists, curators, innovators and community organizers locally, nationally and internationally. Spread Art is a creative home for many Detroit based artists and serves as a place for the artistic community to experiment with new ideas, concepts and realizations and not be afraid to fail in the name of creative exploration.

Spread Art hosts multidisciplinary art, music, dance, and performance events that push creative boundaries, incorporate technology, invite public participation, and/or explore relevant social themes. Events at Spread Art are mostly proposed by the Detroit community through our online booking form.

Spread Art’s is based in the historic Woodbridge neighborhood in Detroit, MI. Our 3,500 sq ft facility offers a multi-use, fully outfitted performance, rehearsal, exhibition and creative space with core program components that supports and fosters self-producing artists and artist-run organizations, which are critical to Detroit's vibrant arts community. Within the building are 8 artist studios, 900 sq ft rehearsal and performance space and a 600sq ft gallery. In addition the facility has access to a 9,000 sq ft outdoor garden and performance space with a 16ft X 12ft stage for use during the warmer months.

Accessible Bathrooms for Spread Art!

By Spread Art

Accessible Bathrooms for Spread Art!

This project has no grant funding and direly needs your support!