Puffin Foundation West, Ltd.

Contact:	Java Kitrick, Director
Phone Number:	614-223-1055
Address:	60 East Spring Street, # 601 Columbus, OH 43215
Relationship:	Affiliate

     

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Puffin Foundation West, Ltd. will seek to open the doors of artistic expression by providing grants to artists and art organizations that are often excluded from mainstream opportunities due to race, gender, or social philosophy. Artists are able to reach across the borders of our imagination and in doing so often peaceably transform our society's ideas. Creative expression and innovation have always helped move society towards a more progressive democracy and allow us to recognize our universal humanity. Puffin Foundation West, Ltd. is committed to supporting such grass-roots artists and organizations.

The Puffin is a metaphor for our work. This species once prospered off the coast of New England but was hunted almost to extinction for its feathers and for stew. In the late 1970's, and shortly before her death, Dorothea (Mrs. Perry) Rosenstein, (the mother of PFW's Director) was part of a small group of volunteers who worked on a project to reintroduce Puffins back to these islands. This was the first time an attempt had been made to restore a puffin colony; the outcome was unknown. Owing to these constructive efforts these birds did make a comeback.

Perry Rosentein, President and Founder of the Puffin Foundation and PFW, in tribute named his private foundation after this restoration project's little bird because unlike Captain Kirk's prime directive that you mustn't interfere, many times you do have to step-up to make things right. Once again sadly, Puffins are threatened, this time by global warming.

The Puffin Foundation West, Ltd. will partner and also help build community partnerships with other concerned groups and individuals as part of our Mission to insure that the arts continue to grow and enrich our lives. PFW accepts Grant Applications from individuals, educational, cultural and social justice organizations with projects meeting our Mission's objective that utilize Art, Dance, Music, Theater, Photography, Film/Video, Writing, Poetry and Public Interest.

Puffin Foundation West, Ltd. (PFW) is working to enhance the cultural landscape by partnering with other not-for-profit groups and individuals who share our Mission philosophy. If you represent a socially concerned community organization devoted to creating a better neighborhood and a positive planet; or if you are an individual or small group who believes that through aesthetics and art you can open doors, minds, and eyes to enhance our culture and enrich the lives of others with your socially-relevant message, we invite you to review our protocols and apply for a grant. We believe artists have the unique ability to peacefully challenge those who seek to limit our expression. By sharing creative talents artists can speak out loud to and for all of humanity. This brings social awareness to our communities and reflects our goal of working for a better world.