Friends of East County Arts, Inc. (FECA) is a 501 (c) 3, non-profit corporation. The purpose of Friends of East County Arts, Inc. is to encourage the development, growth, and opportunity to participate in the visual, and performing arts for schools and organizations, in the Greater East County area by providing funds, materials, and support.
Since 1984, FRIENDS has awarded more than ONE MILLION in grant funding to schools, community organizations, individuals, teachers, and students.
FRIENDS provide opportunities for members to form bonds of friendship by volunteering together to plan and facilitate fundraising and philanthropy activities.
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The Holiday Tea has become a December highlight and a favorite fundraising event for FRIENDS members and the community.
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Every March, Friends hold its "Blarney Bunco" fundraiser. This casual event has
grown into a spring time favorite.
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FRIENDS has become a well known and highly respected philanthropic organization that helps to keep the arts alive in San Diego's East County.
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MISSION STATEMENT
The purpose of this organization shall be to provide funds for the growth and development of audiences for the live performing arts; to present world class artists, and to support the fine arts and artists in the Greater East San Diego County area. We are a 501(c)(3) tax-exempt non-profit organization.
Since 1984, Friends has distributed more than ONE MILLION DOLLARS directly to schools and community organizations in East County to support a variety of visual and performing art programs and activities.
Friends was recognized for its support of the East County Performing Arts Center with a star on the "Walk of Stars" in the lobby.
