Formed in February 2005 to raise funds for the “Evenings in the Park” concert series the Alliance has made a significant contribution to Banning cultural activities.

Since the formation the organization the
organization has grown each year and continues
to regularly introduce new cultural opportunities.

Through a grant from the City of Banning in 2006
and 2007, the Alliance has been entrusted with the task of initiating arts and entertainment to assist in the revitalization of downtown Banning. 

The Alliance introduced the first Art Festival in Banning, “The Art Hop” in 2006.  “The Art Hop” is
now in its fourth year.

In 2007 the Alliance became the operators of the Banning Center for the Arts Gallery and expanded
it to the fine Arts Gallery it is today.  The Gallery
has the first official Artist Co-op in Banning with
20 members.

The Alliance introduced the winter fair The
Phineas Festival which just completed its
second annual appearance in December 2007.

The most recent effort to fulfill The Alliance’s
mission of bringing arts and culture to the area
is the introduction of Community Theater in
Banning.  Established late in 2007, the Pass
Area Performing Artists (PAPA) are now
presenting performances.

A Pass Area wide Youth Arts Council is the next Alliance project ready to launch.  On the drawing board for late 2008/early 2009 is a film society – another first for Banning.

Business and Organization Members

Hemet Valley Bank
San Gorgonio Pass Rotary Club
Sun Lakes Happy Cookers
Banning Veterinarian Hospital
Sun Lakes Mystery Theater
Ace Printing
Greg Whitmore Construction

Financial Contributions
Financial support makes it possible for us to provide numerous classes and events to the residents of Banning. The Banning Cultural Alliance is a 501(c)3 non-profit organization. Donations to the Alliance are tax deductable. If you would like to make a contribution, please send a check to:

The Banning Cultural Alliance
P.O. Box 385
Banning, CA 92220

Or call (951) 922-4911

Volunteers
Volunteers are needed to help at a variety of events and classes throughout the year. If you have time to help, please contact the Alliance at 951-922-4911.

Become a Partner
We would like to thank Sun Cal, the City of Banning, the Morongo Band of Mission Indians, the Sun Lakes Charities, the Banning Center for the Arts, the Sun Lakes Garden Club, the Sun Lakes Drama Club, Wal-Mart, the Banning Woman’s Club and the Record Gazette for supporting the Banning Cultural Alliance. Your group can also become a partner. Contact Karen Clavelot or Carol Newkirk at (951) 922-4911.

Click here for a printable membership form