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Our Mission
Flockworks programs spark creativity and curiosity to
build resilience in our communities
We champion inclusive experiences, empowering youth,
educators, and artists to explore and express their unique perspectives.
We’re a local 501(c)(3)
nonprofit providing artful
education to the Fort Bragg
community, founded in 2006
by Janet Self.
Engagement Creative 19 years of
Recent Milestones
2018
Art@Schools program launched at
Dana Gray and Redwood School.
2020
Amid COVID-19, Flockworks provided
at-home art support and virtual
classroom engagement.
2023
Flockworks assumed management of
after-school programs for FBUSD.
2024
Hired our first full-time
Executive Director
2025
Cobalt Gallery and Camp
Flockworks Launched
Founded by artist Janet Self,
Flockworks has grown from
two staff members to over
sixty-five and now offers
enrichment programs to
hundreds of youth each
year.
School Programs
Offers homework
help and
enrichment
opportunities
Provides a safe,
enriching
environment for
students.
Engages in
collaboration
with school
leadership,
teachers, and
families.
Provides homework assistance
and enrichment for all high
school students - nearly half of
which use the support each year.
Provides academic support and
engaging after school activities,
in a safe environment for kids in
grades TK-8th. Over 350
students!
Kudos for Kids Assets
Our after school programs are
funded through state and federal
grants, in partnership with
FBUSD.
This has allowed us offer
competitive wages, benefits, and
professional development
training for our employees.
WE ARE HIRING!
Staffing
● 4th of July Parade in Mendocino
● National Night Out
● Art in the Garden
● Fort Bragg First Fridays
● MCC Fest
● Paul Bunyan Days
● Caspar Fest
● Fiesta Latina
● Fort Bragg Magic Fest
● …and many more!
Community &
Artist Partnerships
● Committed to maintaining an
affordable, artist gallery space
● Expanding access to hands-on,
affordable enrichment
programming to all ages
● Developing a sustainable model
that serves both our mission and
the community
Cobalt Art Gallery
Partners!
● First Presbyterian Church
● Mendocino Coast Children's
Fund
● Blue Door CIT program
● Gloriana Theater
● CV Starr
● Match Disability
● Noyo Food Forest
● MCRPD
Camp Flockworks
Ensure no child is turned away due to cost
Camp Flockworks Sliding Scale Tuition Model
Camp Registration Update
● Registration opened at the
beginning of April
● Tiered pricing ensures no child is
turned away due to cost
● Open through May 30th
Support From…
● Mendocino Coast Children's Fund
● Fort Bragg Police Department
● Advocates Supporting Coast Kids
● Private Donors
Camp Registrations (as of 5/20)
● 60 total campers, expecting close to 75
● 75% enrolled in Tiers A–D (greatest need for financial assistance) ● Current financial need: $32,000
● Need Per Child:
○ Tier A: $800 (24 Campers)
○ Tier B: $600 (12 Campers)
○ Tier C: $400 (4 Campers)
○ Tier D: $100 (6 Campers)
This is a perfect opportunity to directly sponsor
Positive Childhood Experiences for the children of
The Fort Bragg Community
Flockworks is committed to
mobilizing Creative Talent
and Professional Educators
to support collaborative art
programs in the Fort Bragg
community.
Our efforts have provided a
continuum of art education for
students of all ages. Thanks to
contributions, grants, and individual
supporters, Flockworks has
successfully fulfilled its mission for
over 19 years.
Thank You!
Jeff Totsch
Executive Director
[email protected]
707.813.4053
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