Blue Legacy

Form 990-EZ, Part I, Line 16

“Details for 990-EZ, Part I, Line 16, Other Expenses, $97,539.52: $78031.61 is detailed on 990-EZ, Part III, Lines 28 through 30, for our programs Home Heart, Diversity in Print, and Blue Village. $9753.95 for Create4U, essential aid to at-risk youth interested in the arts. $4876.98 for Seriously Cereal, inclusive early childhood and family education. $4876.98 for Diversity in Gaming, showcasing and educating marginalized designers. Community Impact: In 2023, we served more than 4600 artisans and their families by providing essential day to day support and education in the arts. More than 50,000 individuals were impacted by the work created by the artisans we served. 85% of our artisans mentored other marginalized artisans to showcase what's possible for all people and what services we make accessible to all artisans. Community Demographics: 70% of our artisans are Black, Indigenous or multiracial. 65% of our artisans are disabled. 60% of our artisans are seniors. 50% of our artisans are LGBTQ+. 50% of our artisans are veterans. 40% of our artisans grew up in poverty. Mission Statement: To educate, empower, and elevate artisans (authors, actors, filmmakers, musicians, game designers, and other creative artists) who have been marginalized due to their race, sexuality, age, disability, or economic status. To maintain a safe campus for our artisans to create, work, and transition into a career in the arts or into creating a creative legacy.”