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Mike Gifford joined theFund Board as a Director in 2006. Currently he is the IT Risk Sr. Manager - Disaster Recovery / Access Administration at The Capital Group Companies.
"The arts have
always played an important part in my life and I can't imagine being in a
community that doesn't offer a wide variety of culture and artistic
opportunities. For me, I strongly believe in theFund's mission and being
part of theFund Board gives me a chance to directly support theFund's 26
affiliates and other artistic organizations in the San Antonio community."
"I believe that the citizens and visitors of San Antonio will greatly benefit and be enriched by a thriving arts and cultural community. As a member of theFund Board, I have the opportunity to work with many great community leaders who share the same passion for the arts as I do! It is our way of giving back to our community."
2. What advice do you have for those from the business community who are interested in becoming more involved in their arts community?
"Although it may seem like a difficult decision to make, especially when discretionary funds are so limited, two ways the business community can become more involved in the arts community is to partner with theFund to identify ways they can support one or more of theFund's 26 affiliates to create volunteer opportunities or even better, offer to host an employee giving campaign."
3. Can you give an example of how the arts can effectively change business practices?
"Each day I have the privilege of working in an environment that displays original art work. In 1968, the Capital Group Companies began acquiring original artwork for its offices around the globe. The goal of the extensive private collection is to enhance the work environment while inspiring reflection and creative thinking. We have sponsored new artists of all media. In 1982, Capital established a nonprofit art foundation to share the private collection with the public."
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