Every June through August, White Bear Center for the Arts offers Imagine Art: Youth Summer Camp. These art classes, taught by local professional artists, are for students grades 2-12. Students can try mediums ranging from painting, to sculpture, to writing, and so much more!

Last year and this year, WBCA is excited and fortunate to be a part of the Minnesota Summer Academic Enrichment Program (SAEP) offered through the Minnesota Office of Higher Education. This program provides stipends to cover the cost of tuition for low-income students in grades 3-11 to attend Imagine Art Youth Summer Camp. Any family that qualifies for free/reduced lunch, or is able to demonstrate the State standards of financial eligibility, may receive up to $1000 in Imagine Art scholarships. 

Each year, WBCA is able to offer up to three scholarships per student over the summer for anyone who needs them. Additional financial support from the Joan and Oliver Washburn Family Fund has ensured Imagine Art remains accessible during the COVID-19 pandemic and beyond. While this has been a wonderful way to engage students, WBCA now has a way to offer comprehensive financial assistance for Imagine Art tuition to families in need.