The Art of Community

An Afternoon & Evening of Culture, Creativity & Opportunity
Presented by Unearth & Empower Communities
An Annual Cultural Benefit

Saturday, February 13, 2027 | The Lab, Compton

The Art of Community is an immersive cultural benefit celebrating the creativity, resilience and excellence of Compton while investing in the next generation of artists, innovators, entrepreneurs and community leaders.

Throughout the afternoon and evening, guests will experience art, music, food, conversation, celebration and philanthropy while connecting with the young people, families, alumni, artists, partners and community members who make UEC what it is.

This year will also be a UEC reunion of sorts. We’re inviting past participants back to reconnect, celebrate how far they’ve come, and be part of the next chapter. We’ll also recognize current students completing UEC programs and workforce pathways, including Tech Academy, CYCP, internships, certifications and other cohorts.

Guests can expect experiences including live jazz, art, food from City BBQ & City Grind, a charity poker tournament, bourbon tasting, a rooftop cigar lounge, community honors, music and dancing, and opportunities to directly invest in the future of UEC’s young people.

Proceeds from The Art of Community support UEC’s youth pathways in:

🎨 Arts
⚙️ STEAM
💼 Workforce Development
🎓 College Access
🚀 Entrepreneurship

Your support helps UEC continue creating spaces where young people can discover their gifts, build skills, gain real-world experience, earn income, connect with mentors and see new possibilities for their futures.

Celebrating the Culture. Investing in the Future.
Where Culture Inspires. Community Connects. Opportunity Begins.

Experience The Art of Community through:

🎨 The Art of Expression — Family y Communidad Exhibition
🌱 The Art of Becoming — UEC Alumni Reunion & Student Celebrations
🥃 The Art of Distilling — Bourbon Tasting Experience
♠️ The Art of Strategy — Charity Poker Tournament
🎷 The Art of Sound — Live Jazz Concert
🔥 The Art of Smoke — Rooftop Cigar Lounge
🍖 The Art of Flavor — City BBQ & City Grind Culinary Experience
🌟 The Art of Leadership — Community Honors Ceremony
🎧 The Art of Celebration — Live DJ & Silent Disco
❤️ The Art of Giving — Fund-the-Future Appeal

Signature Experience Sponsorships

Sponsor an Experience. Create a Lasting Impact.

The Art of Community is more than a fundraiser. It's a celebration of creativity, culture, leadership, and the connections that make Compton extraordinary!

We're inviting businesses, organizations, and community partners to become the exclusive sponsor of one of our signature experiences. Your sponsorship helps bring the celebration to life while investing in year-round opportunities for Compton's young people and families.

Choose Your Signature Experience

$20,000 | Visionary Partner

❤️ The Art of Giving — Fund-the-Future Appeal

$10,000 | Community Champion

🎨 The Art of Expression — Family y Communidad Exhibition
🌱 The Art of Becoming — UEC Alumni Reunion & Student Recognition
🎷 The Art of Sound — Live Jazz Concert
🌟 The Art of Leadership — Community Honors Ceremony

$5,000 | Legacy Builder

🥃 The Art of Distilling — Bourbon Tasting Experience
♠️ The Art of Strategy — Charity Poker Tournament
🔥 The Art of Smoke — Rooftop Cigar Lounge
🍖 The Art of Flavor — City BBQ & City Grind Culinary Experience
🎧 The Art of Celebration — Live DJ & Silent Disco

Your Sponsorship Includes

As a Signature Experience Sponsor, you'll receive:

Exclusive "Presented by [Your Organization]" recognition for your selected experience
Your organization's name or logo featured on experience-specific event signage and promotional materials
Recognition across UEC's social media and event communications
Recognition during the event program, where applicable
All tickets, VIP benefits, and recognition included in your corresponding sponsorship package

Each signature experience is available to one exclusive sponsor, subject to availability and confirmation.

Be Part of Something Bigger

Your sponsorship doesn't just make one unforgettable experience possible. It helps UEC continue planting seeds, raising voices, and sharing power with Compton's next generation.

One Experience. One Featured Sponsor. A Community of Possibilities.