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OUR MISSION
Our mission is to promote the youth-driven music and arts community in Tucson, Arizona
Groundworks is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit with an all-ages music venue, art gallery, and education space dedicated to artistic and creative youth in Tucson. We are the only all-ages venue in town specifically designed and created for youth ages 14-24. Groundworks is entirely volunteer-run (including our administrative staff) and are funded primarily through grassroots donations and revenue.
Our activities include:
Live music every Friday + Saturday night (and even some weekdays),
New gallery shows once per month featuring local artists,
A zine and comic book library with over 500 items,
Educational initiatives including our youth-driven Creative Youth Alliance (CYA), workshops, and equipment sharing,
We are also a community space that acts as a host for meetings, markets, community partnerships, lessons/classes, and more!
DONATE
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If you'd like to donate something other than money, we're looking for donations of musical equipment, art supplies, furniture, store fixtures, classroom supplies and donations of time/services that may benefit the space. We are also actively looking for interested artists and musicians of all ages to utilize our space and any resources we may have available. Get in touch here!
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UPCOMING VOLUNTEER MEETINGS
New Volunteer Meetings: 2nd Mondays @ 6pm (unless otherwise listed)
Sound Orientations: 2nd Mondays @ 7pm (following new volunteer meetings)
Next meetings: April 8, May 13, June 10, July 8
OUR HISTORY
Here are some of the notable events in Groundworks' history
2019: Groundworks is founded by a group of artists and educators, becoming a 501(c)(3) on April 2nd, 2019. Through a Kickstarter fundraiser and multiple fundraising events around Tucson, Groundworks raised funds to pay for a place for programming, events, and more.
2020: Groundworks set out to open its first brick-and-mortar space in January 2020. However, with the onset of the pandemic, the grand opening was halted and Groundworks pivoted to virtual programming through the end of the year.
2021: Groundworks continues its virtual efforts, eventually moving into a new physical space and opening doors in November 2021.
2022: Groundworks hosts over 150 live events including concerts, art exhibitions, markets, live streams, workshops, classes, and a carnival! Over 10,000 participants, volunteers, and attendees engaged with the organization this year.
2023: Groundworks continues classes and events to this day, while expanding programming and reach to a broader Tucson community!
2024 (and beyond): Groundworks plans to continue ongoing programming, but hopes to hire paid staff, upgrade facilities/equipment, and further invest in the artistic education of Tucson’s creative youth.
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![✨🪿 HERES THE WEEK AHEAD TUCSON 🌝✨:
3/19:
Telehealth (WA)
Spank
Noface
Kittychrist
3/20:
Big Loser (TX)
Cry You Baby
Rubee
3/22:
Betting on the End (phx)
The Cause of Depression (phx)
In Lessons
Creampop
Troubadour
[6:30pm doors]
3/23:
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2024 The Jim Click Millions for Tucson Raffle
The 2024 Jim Click Millions for Tucson Raffle has begun! Jim Click has announced that this year’s grand prize is a brand NEW 2024 Jeep Wrangler Rubicon 4xe Plug-in Hybrid! The second prize is two round-trip, first-class plane tickets to anywhere in the world (some restrictions do apply) and the third prize is $5,000 in cash.
This year tickets are $25 each OR - back by popular demand - 5 for $100!
Your ticket info will be emailed to you within 3-5 business days (about a week!). Or, pickup is available at our location in Central Tucson (2919 e Grant Rd @ Country Club). Please contact info@groundworkstucson.com with any questions, comments or concerns.
