Sitar Arts Center

Sitar Arts Center is a nonprofit organization located in Washington, District of Columbia. Employing 45 individuals, the organization focuses on providing accessible arts education and career training to youth in the Washington, DC area. Sitar Arts Center offers affordable, high-quality education and workforce development programs in visual, digital, and performing arts. These programs cater to students from early childhood through young adulthood, aiming to remove financial and cultural barriers to arts participation. Sitar Arts Center's commitment to inclusivity is reflected in its student demographics, with 80% of students coming from DC households earning 60% or less of the area median income. The organization's state-of-the-art facilities host programs year-round, ensuring accessibility throughout the year. Sitar Arts Center's dedication to excellence has earned it numerous accolades, including the 2017 Mayor's Arts Award for Excellence in Arts Education, a 2015 Award for Excellence in Nonprofit Management from The Washington Post, and a 2009 National Arts and Humanities Youth Program Award.