The Pikes Arts Council (PPAC) is a non-profit organization founded in 1968 to honor, connect, and facilitate local artists, working to ensure that artists are thriving in, and recognized as essential to the Pikes Peak region. PPAC membership allows for creative networking, exhibition and performance opportunities, free artist enrichment and education, and a platform to connect with and actively engage in our community.

PPAC also brings arts directly to the Pikes Peak region through many different programs, including but not limited to: ArtBoss, Member Mixers, Curation, Community Partnerships, and more! PPAC is constantly seeking and inventing new methods of community engagement and education about local arts.

Our values are listed below:

1. Community: We are committed to fostering an inclusive, collaborative, and safe environment in the Pikes Peak region, providing essential resources to ensure the growth and flourishing of the arts.

2. Integrity: We adhere to our code of conduct through honesty, accountability, and safety because our community deserves transparency and trust in our actions.

3. Determination: We drive our organizational intent with adaptability and prioritize open communication between our board and the community, demonstrating our unwavering dedication to our mission.

4. Social Impact: We bring positive change to the community by creating opportunities through diverse programs, events, grants, and partnerships, supporting our members, art lovers, and artists.

5. Advocacy: We champion artists by seeking out and supporting artistic talents, providing them with opportunities and ensuring their voices and unique perspectives are heard throughout our region.