artworxLA Employee Directory
Non-profit OrganizationsCalifornia, United States11-50 Employees
artworxLA is a small nonprofit public charity based in Los Angeles, California, that combats the high school dropout crisis through a long-term, sequential arts program. Founded in 1992 as The HeArt Project by Cynthia Campoy Brophy, the organization focuses on reengaging LA teens who are most at risk of leaving school by providing ongoing access to high-quality art experiences and a network of mentors and cultural partners. Its work centers on offering rigorous arts programming designed to keep students engaged in school and to help them translate creative participation into positive life outcomes. To achieve its goals, artworxLA delivers educational resources and dedicates human and community resources to support students’ success. It operates within the nonprofit arts and education sector, collaborating with artists and cultural institutions to broaden opportunities for vulnerable youth. The team comprises full-time staff supported by volunteer artists, reflecting a collaborative model that emphasizes sustained engagement over time.