Welcome Our New Intern, Kaitlin

Welcome to our new Office Intern,

Kaitlin Graves

I have always felt that a rich, vibrant, artistic culture is important not only to children or “artsy types,” but to all of society. Artistic endeavors are a reflection of our humanity: they feed our soul, stir our minds, and touch our hearts. I have been privileged enough to be able to participate in these endeavors—particularly theatrical—and have seen the benefits firsthand. Because of this, I feel it is monumentally important that all responsible citizens are contributors, patrons and participants of the arts in their city.

 

Although I came to this city in 2008 to study Theatre at Trinity University, I have become rooted to San Antonio. Not only is my address, phone number and voter’s registration part of SATX—so is my heart. And because of that, I am committed to contributing to my community. One of the ways is by making sure the wonderful arts organizations—theatre, dance, music, performance art and exhibition art—are all not only surviving, but thriving.

 

Plays, dances, symphonies, ballets, operas, art exhibits, writing, singing, Luminaria, art schools, radio, children’s programs, classes… San Antonio has already fostered an amazing atmosphere for art of all kinds. I’ve been living here for only three years and I have by no means exhausted my options to experience it! It is up to us if we want our culture of art to continue.

 

Joining the efforts of theFund as an intern is an honor and joy for me. I feel as though I am (in a small way) carrying out a part of my duties as a citizen by supporting the arts. theFund’s motto is: Arts. Culture. Community. And that, I believe, is the formula for an interesting, intelligent, and influential San Antonio.