A community arts center for all ages in San Francisco

From free youth programs to artist-led classes, exhibitions, and community gatherings — YAX is a place to create, connect, and belong.

Who We’re For

Youth Art Exchange and Leap Arts in Education bring high-quality arts education to K–12 public school students across San Francisco and the Bay Area. Through school-day residencies, after-school and summer programs, we connect young people with professional teaching artists who inspire creativity, build skills, and nurture confidence, leadership, and self-expression.

Rooted in racial equity and reflective of the communities we serve, our work extends beyond the classroom. Our arts hubs bring together youth, families, local artists, and neighbors of all ages to create, share cultures, and build community. We believe everyone deserves access to the arts and a place where creativity and belonging thrive.

What We Offer

  • Monet Goode

    Chief Executive Officer

  • Emmett Marsh

    Head of Operations

  • Eleanor Parks

    Lead Engineer

  • Karl Holland

    Client Services Manager

  • Jaya Dixon

    Financial Analyst

What We Offer

Youth Programs (Afterschool + Summer Camps)

  • Youth Art Exchange’s free afterschool programs for public high school students are the foundation of our work.

    • Led by professional artists, these programs support youth in developing creative, technical, and leadership skills while using art as a tool for self-expression and civic voice. In the summer, YAX also offers camp programming for 3rd–5th grade students, introducing younger youth to hands-on art making

  • Community Classes & Workshops

    • As a community arts center, YAX offers artist-led classes and workshops for adults and community members of all experience levels. From skill-based workshops to ongoing creative practices and cultural gatherings.

  • Exhibitions & Events

    • YAX hosts rotating exhibitions featuring local artists, alongside monthly community events such as drawing nights, open-mic nights, textile art drop-ins, and seasonal celebrations.

  • Space for Gathering & Creative Exchange

    • Beyond classes and programs, YAX is a place to spend time. Our centers provide welcoming, accessible spaces where youth, artists, and neighbors can meet, collaborate, and build relationships through shared creative practice.

Events Calendar

📌 Calendar Key

  • Events & Exhibitions
  • Youth Programs
Summary Block
This block has no content yet. Items you add to the page connected to this block will display here.
Current Exhibition