Past & Present Projects
It is through fundraising and the charitable giving of our community that the Creative Center Foundation has been able to continue its mission as well as provide the Creative Center the opportunity to continue enriching the life-changing classes and experiences to its incredibly talented clients throughout six decades!
Currently Working On...
Creative Center Bathroom Project
New Windows installed in the Jon Ginsburg Gallery.
We are currently working on updating and renovating the bathrooms to make them more accessible for The Creative Center clients.​
Currently preparing our upcoming Rock N Roll Brew Fest event to help raise the funds needed for this project.
2024
Phase 2 of the Fence Project
The Creative Center Foundation was able to finish the second phase of the fence project by paying $4,125 for the new locks.
2023
Purchased the property of the Creative Center.
Officially purchase our portion of the property that houses the Creative Center and Ice House from the city of Visalia.
Updated the Front Walkway of the Creative Center Admin Office
With the funds raised at our first Brew Fest the Creative Center Foundation was able to pay for the installation of a new walkway. in front of the Creative Center administrative building.
2022
Rod Iron Fence Expansion: Phase 1
Gave $31,600 towards the first phase of expanding the rod iron fence surrounding the Creative Center facility. Not only does this expansion allow for additional space for the Creative Center clients, but it also provides an additional source of safety.
2020
APOCO-X Air Treatment System
Gave $4,700 towards APCO-X air treatment systems that were installed into 8 AC units throughout the Creative Center facility. The system uses ultraviolet light and a carbon filter to help kill biological and chemical compounds that are in the air.
2019
Replaced Air Conditioner
Replaced a failed AC unit in the Jon Ginsburg Gallery with a newer more energy-efficient model.
New Touch Screen Computers
The Creative Center was awarded grant money to cover half of the cost of installing brand new touch screen laptops for the client's computer lab. The Creative Center Foundation happily covered the 2nd half of the cost.
2017
Covered the cost of excess bird removal from the Creative Center facility to upkeep a safe and clean environment for the Creative Center Clients, Staff, and Guests.
Bird Removal
2016
Automatic Door Installation
The Creative Center Foundation raised the funds needed to install the much needed automatic doors throughout the Creative Center facility to allow our clients more accessibility and independence.
2014
Paving the Creative Center parking lot
The Creative Center Foundation raised the funds needed to pave the parking lot/ reseal / re-stripe.
2012
Purchased a 2012 Van
Installed exterior fencing
Purchased a 2012 van to transport the clients in.
Installation of the new exterior fencing for the Creative Center facility.
Replaced Carpet
Laid new carpeting in the computer room.
2009
New Computers
Provided the Creative Center with computers for the clients.
2007
Creative Center 30th Anniversary
Gallery Floor
Assisted in the planning and some of the cost towards the Creative Center's 30th Anniversary Celebration!
Paid for the cost of updating the Jon Ginsberg Gallery floor project.
Purchased New Car
Purchased a brand new Dodge Caravan needed to transport the Creative Center clients on various field trips and performances.
2006
New Building on Facility Grounds
New Chairs
The Creative Center Foundation raised the funds required to have the Life Skills building moved to the Creative Center Grounds.
The Creative Center Foundation paid to have the Gallery chairs replaced.
2005
Internet Installation
Vehicle Maintenance​
The Creative Center Foundation raised the funds needed to install Internet, network, signage, and clean up the grounds at the Creative Center.
Assisted the Creative Center with the cost of vehicle maintenance needed to provide safe travel for the Creative Center clients.
Paint
Paid for the Creative Center to have their van painted.
2004
Picnic Area
The Creative Center Foundation raised the funds needed to provide the Creative Center with a patio/picnic area and drinking fountain.
2001
Installation of HVAC Unit
Assisted the Creative Center with the installation of an HVAC.