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ABOUT US
The Rim Country Artists' (RCA) mission is to serve community by promoting creativity through the arts.
HISTORY OF OUR NON-PROFIT
The Payson Art League was formed as a nonprofit in 1979. Rebranded as Rim Country Artists (RCA) in 2021, we are committed to our mission to serve the community by promoting creativity through the arts. We embrace every form, including performance.
We were awarded the Non-Profit of the Year in 2024 by the Rim Country Chamber of Commerce. Our goal is to make Rim Country an arts destination, and connect community through public art.
RCA ACTIVITIES IN THE PAST SIX YEARS
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Two annual $750 high‑school scholarships provided
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RCA's Empty Bowls raised $20,000+ for local food banks in 3 years
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30 Emerging Artists featured in each year’s major show
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Diverse art classes offered across the community including painting, stained glass, felting, mosaics, ceramics, artist lecture series
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Missoula Children’s Theatre produced with the High School for 60 students at no cost
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Added Western Heritage and Film Festival, “Shine a Light” Bookmark Contest promoting service, and a “Trash to Treasure” event
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Open-mic poetry events
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RCA volunteers support other organizations with artwork and participatory activities at more than 12 events a year, including: Payson Unified School District, Humane Society, Town of Payson, MHA Foundation, Keep Payson Clean, US Forest Service, Payson Pro Rodeo, Payson Community Kids, Gila Community College
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A Theatre and Cinema Department at the new Gila Community College created by RCA artists
Get Inspired
Come join us for a workshop or creative night out with friends!
Inspire a Community
Our goal is to stir up artistic talent and creativity in our community, both young and old.
Be Change Makers!
More than anything, Rim Country Artists wants to be a social influencer, using Art and a Community-Minded Spirit to affect change for our neighbors. Join us in our mission!
