VANCOUVER – Enspire Arts is proud to announce its 2026–2027 Arts Ambassador cohort. The Arts Ambassador program is a comprehensive, yearlong mentorship initiative for Clark County young artists dedicated to using the power of creativity for good.
Through this program, each Ambassador receives $650 for individual arts instruction and is paired with a mentor working as a creative professional. Through guided mentorship, these young artists create, develop, and implement an arts-based community project designed to take their talents out into the community and leave a lasting and meaningful impact. Throughout the year, Arts Ambassadors also gain exclusive opportunities for highlight performances, specialized coaching, and public speaking engagements.
This year’s cohort represents three regional school districts:
- Izzie Martin (Violin) — Ridgefield High School
- Katherine Liu (Cello and Spoken Word) — Camas High School
- Lila Hagan (Voice) — Union High School
- Bailey Lim (Visual Art) — Camas High School
- Jacob Weinstock (Guitar) — Camas High School
Enspire Arts is grateful to The Price Foundation, The Autzen Foundation, and iQ for Kids for their generous support of this year’s programming. Since 2018, the Arts Ambassador program has granted $19,850 to 34 young artists, and community project outreach has accessed over 2,600 Clark County students and community members. Applications for the Arts Ambassador program are accepted annually in April.
Mark your calendars for the Enspire Extravaganza on February 27, 2027. It’s a one-night-only, one-of-a-kind Clark County arts showcase where the Arts Ambassadors will be featured alongside a team of talented local professionals and several community groups, including Columbia Theater Arts, Columbia Dance, Ridgefield Youth Orchestra, and the Camas High School Choir.
About Enspire Arts
Enspire Arts is a local nonprofit dedicated to supporting access to arts education opportunities for schools, youth, and the community. They are a regional arts education organization providing supplemental in-school arts programming, educator professional development, young artist mentorship, a local teaching artist network, and community events. To find out more, visit www.enspirearts.org.
