This is your opportunity to support the Mesquite Arts Center or share a heartfelt "Thank You." Every contribution, no matter the size, helps strengthen the arts and enrich our community.

Throughout the year, dedicated organizations, volunteers, artists, and staff work together to provide cultural, educational, and creative experiences for families across Mesquite. Your support helps sustain these programs, expand new opportunities, and ensure that the arts continue to thrive for future generations.

Click one of the buttons below to make a donation or leave a message of appreciation. Thank you for helping us keep the arts growing in our community.

Valentine's Weekend (Saturday, February 14, 2026)

We would like to recognize and thank everyone who contributed to our 2026 fundraiser. Your generosity and support have made a meaningful impact on the Mesquite Arts Center and the programs we provide for our community.

We are grateful to acknowledge the individuals and organizations listed below, while also extending our sincere appreciation to those who chose to remain anonymous. Every contribution, whether recognized publicly or given anonymously, has helped further our mission to make the arts accessible to all.

The Off the Rails Concert Series is made possible through the generosity of individuals, businesses, organizations, and community partners who believe in the power of the arts to bring people together. Presented by the Mesquite Arts Center in partnership with Downtown Mesquite, both divisions of the City of Mesquite, Texas, this free summer concert series transforms McCullough Plaza into a vibrant gathering place where residents and visitors can enjoy outstanding live performances by local and regional musicians.

Throughout July and August, Off the Rails celebrates the rich musical talent of North Texas while encouraging community connection, supporting Historic Downtown Mesquite, and providing accessible cultural experiences for all ages. By offering free admission, the series removes barriers to participation and creates opportunities for families, friends, and neighbors to experience the performing arts together.

We are proud to recognize the individuals, businesses, organizations, and community partners listed below for their generous support. We also extend our heartfelt appreciation to those who chose to remain anonymous.

Every contribution—whether publicly acknowledged or given anonymously—helps sustain this beloved community tradition. Your generosity supports live music, artist performances, event enhancements, and family-friendly activities that continue to grow the Off the Rails Concert Series and strengthen the cultural vitality of Mesquite.

Thank you for helping us create memorable summer evenings, celebrate local talent, and ensure that the arts remain accessible to everyone in our community.

The Mesquite Arts Center extends its sincere gratitude to our generous partners, donors, and supporters who have helped make the Nourish-To-Flourish program possible. Because of your commitment to our community, children and families receiving food assistance through Sharing Life are also receiving opportunities to explore creativity through art.

Your support has helped us continue building our "Arts in the Community" initiative—bringing the healing, educational, and inspiring power of the arts to those who need it most.

As we prepare for Fall 2026, we are seeking additional community partners to help expand this program and reach even more families. Whether you choose to sponsor art supplies, contribute promotional or educational materials, or make a financial gift, every contribution makes a meaningful difference.

Make an Impact NOW!

Just $1 provides one art kit for a child.

A small donation can spark imagination, encourage creativity, and provide a positive arts experience for a child who may not otherwise have access to creative materials.

Together, we can nourish both body and mind—one meal, one art kit, and one child at a time.

Thank you for investing in a more creative, connected, and compassionate community.

Corporation Donations ($250 - $750+)
RFBCU (Credit Union)

The Mesquite Arts Center extends its heartfelt gratitude to the individuals, businesses, and community partners whose generosity makes Tote-and-Go possible. Because of your support, families throughout our community receive free, high-quality art experiences that encourage creativity, learning, and quality time together.

Tote-and-Go brings the arts directly into the home through a unique blend of virtual and kinesthetic learning. Each month, registered families receive one of 50 FREE family art kits, filled with hands-on materials and educational resources that allow participants to create at their own pace while following along with online instruction. This engaging at-home experience supports a variety of learning styles and makes arts education accessible to families across our community.

We are honored to recognize those who have contributed to this program while also expressing our sincere appreciation to those who have chosen to remain anonymous. Every gift—large or small—helps us continue providing free monthly art kits that inspire creativity, encourage lifelong learning, and strengthen family connections.

Individual Giving ($175–$500)

Make an Impact Today!

Just $20 provides one Tote-and-Go art kit for a family.

Each kit includes 4–12 art supplies and educational materials, creating an engaging at-home arts experience that encourages creativity, builds confidence, and brings families together through hands-on learning.

Your gift helps remove financial barriers so every child has the opportunity to explore, imagine, and create.

Together, we can inspire creativity—one art kit, one family, and one at-home experience at a time.

Thank you for investing in a more creative, connected, and compassionate community.

The Mesquite Arts Council thanks our partners, sponsors, and supporters who help provide creative opportunities for families throughout the Mesquite community. Your support helps connect children and families with art, music, and hands-on learning experiences.

Program Overview

The Mesquite Symphony Orchestra (MSO) is a resident group of the Mesquite Arts Center. In Spring 2025, MSO requested support from the Mesquite Arts Council to create new ways to engage families before each concert.

The program began as a “Craft Zone” or take-home craft activity designed to help families connect with music and build excitement for upcoming MSO performances.

In 2026, the program expanded through a partnership between the Mesquite Arts Council, Mesquite Arts Center, Mesquite Symphony Orchestra, and City of Mesquite Library System. Activities are now offered through Library programs, including Homeschool Hangout and Young at Art.

Each activity includes:

• A hands-on art activity
• A take-home art kit option
• Information about the upcoming MSO concert
• A discount QR code encouraging families to attend the performance
• Symphonic music in workshop space

Community Impact

From February–May 2026, the Mesquite Arts Council distributed 90 art kits through Homeschool Hangout, providing families with creative learning opportunities.

Additionally, 180 take-home art kits are scheduled to be distributed throughout the Mesquite community from February–December 2026, allowing families to continue creating at home.

The goal is to provide 30+ art kits for each MSO concert cycle, helping more families discover the connection between music, creativity, and the arts.

Help Us Reach More Families

Together, we have raised $ 375 / $575 for Mesquite Arts Council's x Library educational programs. These donations were collected from beverage and snack donations, along with contributions from the 2026 bistro table fundraiser. If you are looking to contribute, please reach out directly to Mesquite Arts Center's staff at arts@cityofmesquite.com. 2027 Contributions begin November 1, 2026.We are currently seeking support to provide 90 additional art kits for Homeschool Hangout. A donation of $200 helps place these kits into the hands of local families (September $50, November $75, December $75), expanding access to free arts education and creative experiences.

Thank you to our donors, sponsors, and community partners for helping make these programs possible and ensuring that art remains accessible to families throughout Mesquite.

Corporate Donors ($175–$500+)

The Mesquite Arts Center extends our heartfelt appreciation to our sponsors, partners, and supporters who make programs like Mesquite Makers possible. Your generosity helps remove barriers to arts access and allows us to bring free, creative learning experiences directly into neighborhoods throughout Mesquite.

Because of your support, children, families, and community members have opportunities to explore art, discover new skills, and connect with local creativity beyond the walls of the Arts Center. Your contributions help us expand outreach, reach new zip codes, and continue building a community where the arts are accessible to everyone.

As Mesquite Makers continues to grow, your partnership plays an essential role in helping us bring meaningful arts experiences to more residents across Mesquite. Together, we are creating opportunities, inspiring creativity, and strengthening our community through the arts.

Thank you for investing in creativity, education, and the future of Mesquite.

Corporate Donors ($100–$2200+)
America's Credit Union

Together, we have raised $ 2,125 / $2,125 for Mesquite Arts Council's Mesquite Makers' educational programs. If you are looking to contribute, please reach out directly to Mesquite Arts Center's staff at arts@cityofmesquite.com. 2027 Contributions begin November 1, 2026.