artist & community initiatives
WE STRIVE TO SUPPORT OUR community AND NETWORK OF ARTISTS BY PROVIDING RESOURCES THAT FOSTER GROWTH AND HELP BUILD CREATIVE EQUITY.
p.i.n. - Poets in need
FOR POETS AND ARTISTS
P.I.N.s is a fundraising initiative to assist poets and artists in need of financial assistance to support them in building an artistic career and growing their craft. P.I.N.s aims to alleviate financial hardships so that artists may find more ease in mastering and pursuing their artistry. Whether it be for professional endeavors or development – financial support while working on a new project, wanting to pay for training/development in art field, class fees, personal life – the P.I.N.s initiative fund is our way of providing support and pouring into artists the many ways they have poured into their communities.
Please support us in reaching our goal by donating to the fund and pledging to support artists in creating equity within their artistic careers and building communities where art can thrive, heal, and unite. If you’re a poet or artist in need of financial support you may apply to receive a reward from this fund.
writer's room
FOR ALL ARTISTS
Poetry Unplugged presents the Writer’s Room, a spoken word poetry television series hosted by Just C.O.S (Calil Cage). The series will feature local Cleveland Spoken Word Artists, Poets, Lyricists’. Performances will also include special appearances by well-known poets, spoken word artists around the country. With occasional performances by Just C.O.S. Co-created by Morgan Paige, Tierra Latrice, Calil Cage,and Kenneth Cody the show is in direct correlation with the Open Mic experience that founders Morgan Paige and Tom Parker began in January 2022 except for artists will be invited to perform instead of the mic being open for everyone to take part in.
the Writer's Room is for artists looking to expand their reach and elevate their presence in communities. the Writer's Room is an initiative that gives artists a platform to create and tell their own stories in ways that are authentic and unique to them. We aim to not only showcase the artists full range of artistry but also support them in building skills that will assist in the ongoing production and elevation of their careers.
Poetry unplugged jr.
FOR AGES 8-16
Poetry Unplugged Junior’s is for the children. It is a non-judgmental environment where teens can feel encouraged to express themselves without fear of criticism or rejection. We aim to foster a space where creativity is celebrated in all its forms and the journey of growth and self-discovery through artistic expression is emphasized. Poetry Unplugged Junior's intention is to impact aspiring teen artists of the next generation providing guidance, mentorship and support in their artistic endeavors.
Poetry Unplugged Junior provides a creative outlet for teens in Northeast Ohio, and surrounding areas to express themselves and showcase their talents. In partnership with the Sparrows Fortune Organization, specifically their programming, Project R.O.O.T, TSF will provide writing workshops with local districts, schools, and youth-facing organizations to support participants and performers in sharing their talents through the Poetry Unplugged Junior platform.