ABOUT US
The Burghàlie Academy of Visual Arts is a 501(c)3 nonprofit organization that advocates for under-resourced youth by providing access to education, youth development opportunities, and other means that serve as healthy alternatives to behavioral challenges. We emphasize the prevention of homelessness, recidivism, and delinquency, as we aim to empower youth for healthy living as adults. Our organization has an emphasis on art and fashion; therefore, these two elements are the basis of all of our programming.
4
Founding Members
The Burghàlie Academy of Visual Arts began on the campus of Tallahassee Community College as a registered student organization. The entity was originally known as the "Burghàlie Visual Arts Society" and began with 4 members.
2017
Founding Year
Our organization was founded in 2017 by Terrance Smith and Brandon Jones. The organization served as a service-based group with an emphasis on unity, diversity, and creativity.
5,000
Youth Impacted
As of 2023, we have been able to impact nearly 5,000 youth and families. This is both directly and indirectly.
OUR VISION
Our vision is to create a more inclusive world by providing equitable opportunities for youth nationwide.
OUR PRINCIPLES
Our organization stands on the principles of equity, inclusion, and creative expression.
MEET OUR TEAM
Rashaad Burghàlie
He/Him
Chief Executive Officer
Kai Drakeford
She/Her
Public Relations Manager
Sabo Oluwafemi
He/Him
Videographer
Brandon Jones
He/Him
Chief Financial Officer
Jessica Mesnick
She/Her
Studio Manager
Moe Stanley
He/Him
Lead Photographer
Carlos Vargas
He/Him
Director of Media
Jameia Mitchell
They/Them
Assistant Studio Manager