The People Who Make Us—Us
The Crucible couldn’t exist without you. Each year, we engage with over 20,000 people around the Greater Bay Area. Our amazing community of donors, students, members, volunteers, faculty, artists, staff, board, and neighbors give life to the Bay Area’s most unique creative center.
It Takes A Village
Every day, The Crucible opens its doors because of you.
37 full-time staff members
Students & Members
Our classes are designed for everyone, from beginners with no prior experience to advanced makers, artists, and tradespeople. With classes in welding, blacksmithing, neon, glass blowing, ceramics, jewelry, robotics, and more, The Crucible provides hands-on arts education to over 8,000 adult and youth students annually. Membership with The Crucible represents a commitment to the creative habit. Members receive valuable benefits, including discounts on tuition and events, early registration privileges, and access to the CREATE program.
Donors & Supporters
As a 501(c)(3), donations are an integral part of our success. All gifts, regardless of size, are important in helping us provide youth and adult scholarships and free programs for local public schools. Donor support is critical to our mission of inspiring a new generation of fine and industrial artists to enrich the community.
Donors & Supporters
As a 501(c)(3), donations are an integral part of our success. All gifts, regardless of size, are important in helping us provide youth and adult scholarships and free programs for local public schools. Donor support is critical to our mission of inspiring a new generation of fine and industrial artists to enrich the community.