Chosen For The Arts, Inc., 1305 Barnard Street, Savannah, GA (2026)

We are a nonprofit organization committed to empowering our community—especially its youth—through the transformative impact of the arts, health, education, STEAM, and accessibility. was a dream idea back in 2001, and now it has become a reality to begin our mission and commitment to our community. Our mission is to provide individuals, young and old, with the knowledge and resources to succeed, to be inspired through the arts and empower them to work towards immediate and lasting change in their lives. The vision of Chosen of the Arts is for people to “Succeed through the Arts.”

Chosen for the Arts, Inc. It is entering a challenging and exciting time, as economic pressures on community increase the demand for our service will continue to rise. We will provide an excellent opportunity to people to get involved in the Arts and change their lives.

08/19/2026

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07/25/2026

Partnerships make all the difference! 🎒💙

A huge thank you to the Savannah International Trade & Convention Center for partnering with Chosen For The Arts, Inc. this Back-to-School season. Their commitment to Savannah’s tourism and hospitality community extends beyond bringing visitors to our city—they’re investing in the people who help make it all happen.

Next week, they’ll join us aboard the Touring Toward Tomorrow Old Town Trolley as we deliver school supplies to hospitality employees and make a special stop at a Savannah-Chatham school.

If you see the trolley rolling through downtown, be sure to wave! 🚋👋

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07/01/2026

🎒🚌 IT’S BACK! 🚌🎒

Touring Toward Tomorrow 2026 is officially rolling again!

Are you 1 of the almost 20,000 that work in Savannah’s and surrounding areas tourism or hospitality industry? Do you usually miss back-to-school supply giveaways because you’re at work?

No worries—we’re coming to YOU!

Thanks to the return of Old Town Trolley Tours as our Official Trolley Sponsor, we’ll once again bring backpacks and school supplies directly to participating tourism employers throughout our community. This year, we’re also proud to honor Gary, whose passion helped make this initiative possible.

📚 Registration is NOW OPEN!
Visit ChosenFTA.org to complete your application.

⚠️ Supplies are limited and will be distributed while they last.

If your employer is participating in this initiative, they’ll provide details directly to employees on how and when to receive school supplies.

Last year, with the support of our amazing partners, we served hundreds of families and distributed more than 1,000 backpacks and school supply kits. Let’s make an even bigger impact in 2026!

💜 ChosenFTA.org

06/30/2026

👕 Do you have your official 2026 Savannah Juneteenth Fine Arts Festival T-shirt yet?

This year's official festival design was created by our 2026 Tee Shirt Design Contest winner, Jerome L. Duncan, Jr. ("JJ"), a talented young artist whose creativity is now being celebrated throughout our community.

The Tee Shirt Design Contest is part of the Chosen For The Arts, STEAM Programming, empowering youth through art, creativity, and innovation. Thanks to our partnership with Chatham Area Transit (CAT) and other community partners, JJ's winning artwork will also be featured throughout the city on transit vehicles and at select bus stops, allowing thousands of residents and visitors to experience his work.

🎨 Order your official festival T-shirt today at SavannahJuneteenthFestival.com or scan the QR code on the flyer below. | https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticketing/2026-festival-gear

📍 Pick up your shirt at the Jubilee Sky of Freedom Fireworks Show | on Saturday, July 11th, or choose a shipping option online.

Don't wait—supplies are limited, so order yours before they're sold out!

05/04/2026

Don’t forget, grab the young artist!!

🎨 CALLING ALL YOUNG ARTISTS! 👕

The 2026 SJFAF Tee Shirt Design Contest is officially OPEN!

Hosted by Chosen For The Arts, Inc., we’re inviting students ages 7–12 to design the official 2026 Savannah Juneteenth Fine Arts Festival T-shirt. This is your chance to turn your creativity into something the entire city will see. ✨

🗓 May 4th – May 18th
🎯 Ages 7–12
🎨 Use Juneteenth colors + celebrate freedom, culture, and unity

🏆 Winner receives:
• $250 Scholarship
• Official Festival T-Shirt Design Feature
• Artwork displayed across the city for residents & visitors
• Downtown digital billboard feature
• Professional photo shoot
• Recognition across social media, website & media

📩 Submit designs to:
[email protected]

This is more than a contest — it’s a chance to inspire a city.

Good luck to all contestants! 🌟

05/03/2026

🎨 CALLING ALL YOUNG ARTISTS! 👕

The 2026 SJFAF Tee Shirt Design Contest is officially OPEN!

Hosted by Chosen For The Arts, we’re inviting students ages 7–12 to design the official 2026 Savannah Juneteenth Fine Arts Festival T-shirt. This is your chance to turn your creativity into something the entire city will see. ✨

🗓 May 4th – May 18th
🎯 Ages 7–12
🎨 Use Juneteenth colors + celebrate freedom, culture, and unity

🏆 Winner receives:
• $250 Scholarship
• Official Festival T-Shirt Design Feature
• Artwork displayed across the city for residents & visitors
• Downtown digital billboard feature
• Professional photo shoot
• Recognition across social media, website & media

📩 Submit designs to:
[email protected]

This is more than a contest — it’s a chance to inspire a city.

Good luck to all contestants! 🌟

Address

1305 Barnard Street
Savannah, GA
31401

Telephone

+19124834400

Website

http://www.chosenfta.org/

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