GRAND ARTISTRY INSPIRES, Inc.

CONNECTION, WELLBEING, AND RESILIENCE
THROUGH THE ARTS.

ABOUT
Grand Artistry Inspires, envisions equitable access to, and participation in, arts events and programs throughout the State of New Jersey for all to achieve their best health. As a 501 C3 non-profit organization, Grand Artistry Inspires, Inc. harnesses the transformative power of the arts to unlock opportunity for all to improve connection, wellbeing, community, and resilience.  

The mission of Grand Artistry Inspires, Inc. is to:                                                                                                                      
1. Confront inequities in arts-based programming to equitably direct resources across communities;                                                            


2. Activate and transform public spaces into vibrant community hubs for live arts performances and arts education; and,                                                            

3.  Address community health needs by connecting individuals to health and social support services                                                            

Grand Artistry Inspires, Inc. is committed to increasing arts engagement and connection to health and social support services within underinvested communities through curated event experiences in festive, creative, and inspiring environments.
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Your contribution matters however large or small.  All activities and programs servicing the arts communities in underserved areas are made possible by the generosity of donors. We thank you for your time and contribution.

PUBLIC FESTIVAL Oct. 21st, 2023

Jam N' Skate Arts Fest is an incredibly impactful community event for children, youth and young adults. This free, public event supports the artist, skate, and LGBTQI community throughout the state of New Jersey.

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VALENTINE'S DAY DINNER and CABARET SHOW

Enjoy this Valentine's Day evening with your special someone or celebrate with friends over an exquisite soul food dinner, drinks, a show, and live music. The only Valentine's Day dinner and show in New Jersey that offers high caliber entertainment while ticket sales support arts programming for underserved communities.

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Programs and public event activities are made possible by the generous contributions of volunteers like you.

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MEET THE FOUNDER
Esira Castillo (Esi) is a versatile, international performing artist with nearly two decades of professional expertise in the performing arts. She was cast in World Disney World, and Royal Caribbean Cruise Lines musicals, Rite Aid corporate events, and presented in televised ABC news programming. Her remarkable business acumen flourished at Montclair State University where she earned a bachelor's degree and honed skills in event production and fine arts. Esira's artistic experiences, creativity, and drive for excellence, birthed theatrical entertainment company Grand Artistry Productions that delivers stupendous displays of live arts entertainment to private and public events, and non-profit organization, Grand Artistry Inspires, to support and educate the arts communities in urban, underserved communites.

Born in the Dominican Republic, raised in Paterson, New Jersey and now a resident of Chatham, Esi currently lives with her partner Patrick, rescued lop bunny Lola and adopted dog supermutt Howie. 

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