Barat Foundation

The Barat Foundation is dedicated to expanding creative opportunities through immersion programs designed to maximize artistic and intellectual achievement and personal growth. Since its inception, the Barat Foundation has provided arts education initiatives dedicated to youth development, artistic excellence and civic engagement that directly impact the lives of thousands of Newark children annually. In partnership with schools, businesses, and community organizations Barat's "Public Art by the Public" brings educational programs directly into the classroom, and onto the street. Students embark on an artistic exploration of current topics affecting their lives, and bring those experiences to life with the creation of collaborative community murals and sculptural representations. Barat Foundation arts education programs spark imagination, open new opportunities, and bring New Jersey youth hands-on into the artistic and cultural landscape of their community.