Artsquest will be an international model for providing access to exceptional artistic, cultural and educational experiences promoting individual and community creativity, enlightenment and fulfillment. Artsquest will provide access to arts, culture and educational programs for the diverse residentsof the lehigh valley and others who seek access in our community by: i. Using arts and culture as key elements of economic development for our urban communities. II. Providing quality cultural experiences for individuals, families, youth, children at risk, senior citizens and individuals with special needs. - presenting local, regional, national and international visual and performing artists - constantly upgrading the quality of ALL programs - offering opportunities for development and exposure of visual and performing artists - being proactive in providing access to new artistic and creative formats afforded by technology III. Partnering with business organizations, educational institutions, government agencies and other nonprofit organizations. IV. Maintaining a strong, clear communication network for ALL stakeholders, including volunteers, donors, staff, vendors and the community. V. Empowering volunteers to govern the organization, and to develop and produce cultural programs that meet community needs. VI. Developing a staff that demonstrates the excellence of the organization and works in harmony with each other and the volunteer corps. VII. Providing education in the creative arts in areas not well represented by traditional educational institutions in the community and becoming a resource for arts education and arts-in-education for the region.