Who We Are:
At Capitol Creative Alliance (CCA), we believe in the transformative power of creativity. As a nonprofit arts organization nestled in the heart of Sacramento, our mission is clear: to connect and empower our vibrant community of creatives. We're dedicated to fostering a dynamic environment where education, inspiration, and connections flourish, enriching not only the lives of individuals but also elevating the cultural and economic landscape of our region.
Who We Serve:
From aspiring students honing their craft to seasoned professionals making waves across industries, CCA is a haven for all stages of the creative journey.
How do we serve them? Through innovative programs tailored to community engagement and empowerment:
- Ascenders Academy - A 6-month Mentorship Program for entry-level creative professionals to gain skills and community relationships that either take them to the next level of their careers or provide invaluable support to enter the workforce.
- Creativity Speaks: Our acclaimed salon-style speaker series is more than just an event; it's a celebration of local talent and a catalyst for inspiration. From chefs to fashion designers, we spotlight the diverse voices shaping our creative landscape
- Creative Internship Program - A semester-long program for students pursuing creative careers. Students gain practical career experience on a variety of design, marketing, fundraising, and research projects with our organization. They receive supervised, formal training, mentorships, networking opportunities, and a co-working membership at our headquarters, The Urban Hive.
- Design Week Sacramento - An annual celebration of our community and business owners as a culmination of all our programming.
Throughout the week, we offer Lectures, Panels, Workshops, Networking Events, Studio Tours, and more. All events are hosted by our local design community to improve awareness of and access to the diverse careers that make up our creative economy. This year's Design Week will be our 6th year.
- Membership Platform - Allows us to offer our programming year-round to our members.
Community members can access our services, including our Job Board, event recordings, and our DEIA resource library while connecting and networking with like-minded individuals to build their community.
Our 2024 achievements speak volumes:
✨ Two successful Creativity Speaks events, captivating over 100 attendees.
✨ Stipends provided to our esteemed speakers, valuing their contributions to our community.
✨ Strategic partnerships forged with key players like Golden 1 Credit Union, The Film Squad, and more.
✨ Advocacy efforts championed at the Arts & Culture Summit, amplifying the voice of our creative workforce.
Join us as we continue to champion creativity, spark innovation, and build a brighter future for Sacramento and beyond. Together, let's unleash the power of imagination and make magic happen.