What We Do

Advocacy

Highlighting the importance of The Arts to our public entities and officials

Networking

Bringing together community members to support The Arts

Organizing

Connecting students and performances to create experiences

Fundraising

Turning opportunities into high quality experiences for our students

Our Mission

To advance and enrich the arts
to build a creative, inclusive and equitable community

Our History

Dedicated to Enhancing the Arts

The Federal Way Coalition of the Performing Arts (FWCPA) transitioned from its primary purpose of securing funds for the construction of the Performing Arts & Event Center (PAEC) in Federal Way to one of raising funds that supports ongoing programs inside the PAEC under a new name in 2017. Now, under our new name, Arts Foundation Federal Way, we look forward to ensuring that Federal Way is regarded as a dynamic regional destination with high quality programs, exceptional service for all and arts education for youth. This expansion will create a ripple effect, inspiring creativity and promoting the cultural vibrancy of the entire community.

Board of Directors

Board

Paul Ishii

President

Board

​Jeanne Burbidge

Vice-President

Board

Cindy Piennett

Treasurer

Board

Erika Rudnicki

Board Member

Board

Mary Gates

Board Member

Board

Caroline Vadino

Board Member

Board

Jeffree Stewart

Board Member

Board

Kathy Franklin

Board Member

Board

Allan Smith

Board Member

Board

Phil Wamba

Board Member

How We Do It

We bring together community resources, like the Federal Way Performing Arts and Event Center, with students and schools to provide experiences, and opportunities for artistic exploration.

Collaboration

Working together with patrons, supporters and community resources

Inspiration

Lighting the creative spark by providing local opportunities and artistic experiences

Solutions

Finding resources to improve access to The Arts for all Federal Way residents

Involvement

Promoting interest in The Arts throughout the greater community

Arts Foundation Federal Way

By The Numbers

* (These numbers are below potential, as there were no programs offered during the mandated COVID closures.)

10,000 +
Students Served So Far*
7 +
Programs Offered Each Year*

Latest News

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Why Is Private Funding For The Arts Important?

There are several arguments in favor of private funding for the arts over public funding: 1. **Flexibility and Innovation**: Private funding allows arts organizations to be more flexible and innovative …

More Arts — Safer Community ???

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    Arts Foundation Federal Way

    P.O. BOX 24753
    FEDERAL WAY, WA 98093
    artsfoundationfw@gmail.com