Causes: Arts & Culture, Arts, Culture & Humanities

Mission: Artown's mission is to strengthen Reno's arts industry, enhance our civic identity and national image, thereby creating a climate for the cultural and economic rebirth of our region.

Direct beneficiaries per year: Each year more than 300,000 attendees get to experience the arts at more than 400 events, 60 percent free.

Geographic areas served: Serving northern Nevada centering on Reno, Nev.

Programs: Artown's programs include Discover the Arts, Family Series, World Music Series, Monday Night Music Series and Movies in the Park, just to name a few.