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EPISODE · Aug 20, 2025 · 50 MIN

Murals to Movements, Wide Open Walls Creates Art for All.

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I would love to hear your thoughts on this episode. Please send me a text...Join me as I converse with David Sobon, Founder and CEO of Wide Open Walls, a most unique nonprofit. We discuss the impactful mural movement that has transformed Sacramento into a vibrant city-wide canvas, celebrating diversity, creativity, equity, and civic pride. David shares insights about the genesis of Wide Open Walls, the involvement of local and international artists, and the role of public art in connecting communities. We also discuss the extensive work done in schools, curating local talent, and collaborations with other nonprofits. The episode highlights the challenges of fundraising and the future expansion plans for creating more public art in Sacramento and beyond.To learn more about Wide Open Walls, you can visit the website by clicking HERE.If you would like to build your personalized tour, start HERE.00:00 Introduction and Local Pride00:35 Welcome to the Nonprofit Podcast Network01:25 The Impact of Public Art in Sacramento02:25 Interview with David Ban: The Genesis of Wide Open Walls03:31 David Ban's Artistic Journey04:23 The Birth of Sacramento Mural Festival06:02 Challenges and Successes of Wide Open Walls10:31 The Logistics of Creating Murals17:53 Honoring Legends Through Murals20:37 How to Get Your Wall Painted25:30 Curating Artists for Wide Open Walls25:57 The Vision for Sacramento's Art Scene26:29 Empowering Local Artists28:22 School Murals: Art for All32:23 Collaborations and Nonprofit Support34:55 Funding Challenges and Corporate Support41:32 Expanding the Footprint of Wide Open Walls44:59 Personal Passions and Future Plans49:02 Conclusion and Call to ActionThank you so much for listening to this nonprofit story!  We appreciate you. Please visit the website to sign up for our email updates and newsletter. https://www.nonprofpod.com/  And if you like, leave me a voicemail to comment on the program, leave a question for us to ask in the future or a message for me, Jeff Holden. I may even use your voice mail message in a future episode of one of our incredible local nonprofit organizations. https://www.nonprofpod.com/voicemail. Thanks again for your support in listening, commenting and sharing the great work our local nonprofits are accomplishing. 

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