About Us
ONi means, "Desired" (Yoruba Language)
The black symbol within the logo is an Adinkra symbol from Ghana, UJIMA means," Collective Work and Responsibility"
Our Story
What is ONi Arts foundation?
ONi Arts Foundation is a 501 (c)(3), cultural arts education provider delivering creative arts experiences for youth and families, drawing upon diverse art genres informed by cultural heritage.
Our Mission
Our mission is to fundraise to provide programming through mentorship, offering therapeutic outlets through classes, performances, conferences, and events.
ONi Arts Foundation focuses on developing and maintaining cultural arts experiences within the community, grounded in cultural context.
Our Vision
Our goal is to make cultural education accessible, addressing barriers such as transportation and affordability, while upholding the significance of cultural arts education and wellness.
OAC Programming
MYNDS
MYND kUNTROL
MYNDS
Mentoring Youth N Desired Styles provides cultural arts programing to youth from 0-18 years old.
Our goal is create and provide safe spaces for youth to learn, create and express themselves through various genres of art, through the lens of culture.
PROGRAMMING OFFERED
Winter 2025
Biggie and Me Class
W. African Dance Kids Class
High School Aged Dance
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MYND kUNTROL
MYNDS
ONi is Available for dance classes, choreography, event planning, residencies, projects and etc.
Book ONi for your next cultural experience!
PROGRAMMING OFFERED
FALL 2023
UpLIft Dance Fitness Class
(Partner: SANKOFA THEATER)
W. African Dance Class
(Partner: Northwest Tap Connection)
Intro to W. African Dance
Urban Sauce Movement Class
W. African Dance Class
MYND kUNTROL
MYND kUNTROL
MYND kUNTROL
Mynd Kuntrol is catered to adult programming and activities to inspire the youth within adults, despite the challenges that adulthood may bring.
MYND KUNTROL began as a women's dance group who gathered in sisterhood.MK is now open to all genders, ethnicities, backgrounds and beliefs to come together as a community, and indulge in safe, th
Mynd Kuntrol is catered to adult programming and activities to inspire the youth within adults, despite the challenges that adulthood may bring.
MYND KUNTROL began as a women's dance group who gathered in sisterhood.MK is now open to all genders, ethnicities, backgrounds and beliefs to come together as a community, and indulge in safe, therapeutic, creative space, using music and movement as the outlet.
PROGRAMMING OFFERED
FALL 2023
Mynd Kuntrol Mondays
W. African Adult Dance Classes
THE COLLECTIVE
THE COLLECTIVE
THE COLLECTIVE
Building programming to bridge the gap between amazing artists, community ,partnerships and culture
BOOKINGS
THE COLLECTIVE
THE COLLECTIVE
As culural arts organization, we rely on the support of grants, fundraisingand community participation to continue our mission. Support us by bookings, and donations. Help us continue to promote cultural understanding and appreciation.