Mission, Vision, Values

Strategic Pillars

Create

Artistic Programming
TFAA is dedicated to presenting and supporting a diverse range of artistic experiences that inspire creativity and celebrate artistic expression. Through theatre productions, live music performances, visual arts exhibitions, and multidisciplinary arts programming, we provide opportunities for artists to share their work and for audiences to experience the power of the arts. By supporting both emerging and established artists, TFAA encourages creativity, innovation, and collaboration within the regional arts community.

Engage

Community & Audience Development
The arts thrive when communities actively participate in creative experiences. TFAA works to engage audiences of all ages by offering programs that bring people together through shared cultural experiences. Through partnerships with local organizations, community events, and collaborative arts initiatives, TFAA seeks to build connections that strengthen the social and cultural fabric of our region. We strive to create welcoming environments where individuals and families feel encouraged to explore, experience, and celebrate the arts.

Educate

Arts Learning & Creative Exploration
Education is central to TFAA’s mission. We provide opportunities for youth, students, and adults to explore the arts through workshops, classes, artist talks, and educational programs. By supporting arts education and creative learning, TFAA helps nurture the next generation of artists, audiences, and creative thinkers. Our educational initiatives encourage curiosity, skill development, and lifelong engagement with the arts.

Sustain

Building the Future of the Arts
TFAA is committed to ensuring that the arts continue to thrive in our community for generations to come. Through responsible organizational leadership, strong partnerships, and the development of the TFAA Arts Center, we are building a sustainable foundation for future artistic growth. By investing in creative spaces, supporting artists, and cultivating community partnerships, TFAA is helping shape a vibrant cultural future for Tiffin and the surrounding region.

Our Mission

The Tiffin Foundation for the Advancement of the Arts (TFAA) exists to support, promote, and expand access to the arts by creating opportunities for artistic expression, collaboration, education, and cultural engagement throughout our community.

Through performances, exhibitions, educational programs, and community partnerships, TFAA works to cultivate a vibrant and inclusive arts environment that inspires creativity and enriches the quality of life in Tiffin and the surrounding region.

Our Vision

TFAA envisions a community where the arts are accessible, celebrated, and integrated into everyday life—a place where artists, audiences, educators, and community members come together to create, learn, and share meaningful cultural experiences.

Through continued growth and collaboration, the TFAA Arts Center will serve as a creative hub for the region, fostering innovation, artistic development, and lifelong engagement with the arts.

Our Values

Creativity

We believe in the power of artistic expression to inspire imagination, innovation, and new perspectives.

Community

We foster connections that bring people together through shared cultural experiences and collaborative artistic endeavors.

Accessibility

We strive to ensure that the arts are welcoming and accessible to people of all backgrounds, ages, and abilities.

Education

We support learning opportunities that encourage exploration, skill development, and a deeper understanding of the arts.

Collaboration

We work with artists, organizations, schools, and community partners to strengthen and expand creative opportunities.

Cultural Enrichment

We believe the arts enhance the social, cultural, and economic vitality of our community.