Governance & Transparency

How we operate, and our promise to you

Trust is essential to a community initiative. Here's how we think about governance, stewardship and transparency as we build.

Where we are today

Catalina's Plein Air Legacy is an emerging community initiative in its founding chapter. Organizational structure, formal nonprofit status and detailed financial reporting are being developed. This page describes our guiding principles and intended use of funds while those details are finalized.

Guiding principles

Community first

Decisions prioritize the long-term cultural benefit to Catalina and its residents over any single event or individual.

Responsible stewardship

Membership and sponsorship funds are directed toward programming, education and the costs of building a sustainable festival.

Open communication

As the organization formalizes, we will share regular updates on progress, plans and how contributions are used.

Fair opportunity

Artist participation, when applicable, will follow clear, published criteria that are consistent and equitable.

How contributions are used

Programming & the festivalExhibitions, the Quick Draw, artist talks and the awards celebration.
EducationYouth invitations to artist talks and portfolio-development resources for emerging artists.
Community accessFree and low-cost public programming across Avalon.
OperationsThe essential costs of planning, promotion and running a first-year event.

Privacy Policy

We collect only the information you choose to share through our forms — such as your name, email and areas of interest — and use it solely to respond to you and send updates you've requested. We do not sell or rent your information. You can ask us to update or remove your details at any time by contacting us. A full policy will be published as the organization formalizes.

Terms & Conditions

Information on this website is provided for general informational purposes as this community initiative develops. Program details, dates, locations, membership benefits, sponsorship recognition and artist opportunities are illustrative and subject to change until confirmed. Nothing on this site constitutes a binding commitment. Detailed terms will accompany membership and sponsorship agreements.

Accessibility

We are committed to making this website and our programs welcoming to everyone. We aim to follow modern web accessibility practices, including keyboard navigation, sufficient color contrast and descriptive alternative text for images. If you encounter a barrier or need an accommodation, please let us know and we'll do our best to help.

Questions about governance?

We welcome questions from members, sponsors and the community. Reach out any time and we'll respond as openly as we can.