The Cause

At The Chewstick Foundation headquarters, located in the heart of Bakatown on the corner of Court Street and Elliot Street, we provide individuals the opportunity to better understand themselves, each other and the world around us. We change lives by inspiring people to live their dream. Our events create opportunities to bring our divided community together and help heal age old wounds by allowing people the opportunity to express and understand each other in an environment of peace. We conduct dynamic youth programs at Berkeley Institute, Bermuda College and at The Co-Ed Facility. By supporting our events you enable us to continue our programs and expand them island wide and beyond.

Vision:
To empower one, to enrich all.

Mission:
The Chewstick Foundation utilizes the power of storytelling & artistic expression to celebrate youth, arts, culture and community. Through youth programs, artist development projects and community initiatives we are inspiring individuals and cultivating an integrated society.

To fulfill our Mission, The Chewstick Foundation:
• Provides opportunities for expression.
• Brings people together from a variety of backgrounds.
• Provides opportunities for artistic & cultural stimulation and growth.
• Executes in a polished and effective manner.
• Focuses on the core audience first, then invites the world.
• Enhances our projects by using technology.
• Is socially responsible and politically astute.
• Protects the brand while aggressively increasing its awareness.
• Utilises the talents of those willing to contribute.
• Learns from the past, focuses on the present and plans for the future.
• Documents every initiative.
• Maximizes income to advance The Chewstick Foundation.
• Creates solutions that are creative, thorough and collaborative.

The Four Pillars of Principle:
Respect. Freedom. Love. Truth.

Social Issues Chewstick addresses:
• Lack of creative outlets for youth of today.
• Lack of opportunities for performing artists to develop & grow.
• Social Segregation in community.
• Lack of appealing social programs for community members between the ages of 16 and 40.
• Lack of alternatives for “at risk” demographics.
• Lack of pride in local culture.
• Lack of live, local entertainment options.