For Nisk Art Friends, our vision is to inspire Niskayuna K-12 students to connect and create art through exceptional opportunities and experiences. Together, our members and sponsors can make a meaningful difference in the lives of Niskayuna students and our community's artistic landscape. 

Promote excellence in the Arts
Encourage students to participate in regional and national art competitions.

Invest in future artists
Provide student scholarships to those who have demonstrated outstanding dedication to the Arts.

Encourage creativity
Enable students to explore diverse genres and perspectives through access to courses, artists and more.

Connect across communities
Organize events that foster shared artistic appreciation and belonging, while meaningfully impacting our community. 

Founded in 2023, Nisk Art Friends or NAF has grown from a small group of parents and guardians who shared a passion for bringing the Arts to our children, families and community to a thriving organization that offers a range of programs, events, and exhibitions. 

Nisk Art Friends has a five-year plan of priority programs and events to increase its memberships, donations, scholarships and initiatives — strategically and intentionally. All funds received each year are allocated towards the priority initiatives such as art scholarships, enrichment courses, the annual calendar and more.