What is First Voice?
Co-founded by Brenda Wong Aoki and Mark Izu, First Voice is dedicated to presenting the stories and music of multiracial individuals in America. The organization focuses on creating and showcasing performances that explore the experiences of those living between cultural worlds, particularly within the Asian American community. Their core programming includes storytelling, music, and multidisciplinary artistic creations aimed at fostering understanding and healing. First Voice serves artists, cultural bearers, and audiences in the San Francisco Bay Area and beyond, contributing significantly to the local cultural landscape through its unique blend of narrative and musical arts.
How much funding has First Voice raised?
First Voice has raised a total of $20K across 1 funding round:
Debt
$20K
Debt (2021): $20K with participation from PPP
Key Investors in First Voice
PPP
Public-Private Partnership
What's next for First Voice?
With the recent influx of expansion capital, First Voice is poised for significant growth and enhanced programming. This strategic financing is expected to fuel initiatives aimed at broadening their reach, developing new artistic projects, and potentially expanding their educational outreach. The organization's established track record and focus on underrepresented narratives position it for continued impact and influence within the arts community, leveraging this investment to further its mission of fostering understanding and healing through performance.
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