To transform lives and build communities by uniting young people with the power of the arts and to reach communities with quality programming for young artists and performers. We are dedicated to the intellectual, social, and economic development of youth in the arts and are committed to personal participation and involvement in cultural activities in our cities and states. We believe that the resilience of the nation will be found in its youth. Our youth must be nurtured and supported in ways that they feel express their spirit loyalty, energies, faith, and hope. Thus our theme "Seeking to Secure Tomorrow's Artists Today"