Posts tagged balay kreative
Kultivate Labs’ multi-pronged approach to growth in Filipino Cultural Heritage District nurtures ‘Bloom Loop’ in San Francisco
Kultivate Labs’ multi-pronged approach to growth in Filipino Cultural Heritage District nurtures ‘Bloom Loop’ in San Francisco

San Francisco, CA - January 30, 2024 - Filipino American nonprofit Kultivate Labs is defying San Francisco’s ‘doom loop’ narrative — witnessing significant economic growth in SOMA Pilipinas Filipino Cultural Heritage District through their multi-pronged economic development and arts initiatives in 2023 alone. In addition to nurturing the development of five new anchor businesses in the district — Bituin, Make it Mariko’s Soma Social Club, Izzy’s Sandwiches, Mestiza, and the Filipino American Development Fund (FADF) — the organization will offer at least nine major events and programs in 2024 to continue fostering business and preserving Filipino culture and community.

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Client NewsPaloma ConcordiaKultivate Labs, soma pilipinas, Desi Danganan, doom loop, bloom loop, balay kreative, kapwa gardens, SEED Network, Republika, UNDSCVRD, UNDISCOVERED SF
‘Ancestor Altars’ Art Installation Offers Community Space to Grieve Deceased Loved Ones
‘Ancestor Altars’ Art Installation Offers Community Space to Grieve Deceased Loved Ones

San Francisco, CA - October 18, 2023 - Kultivate Labs, Balay Kreative, and Filipino American artists Emagn and TITTY BOY are creating “Ancestor Altars” — an art installation and healing space for the San Francisco Filipinx, BIPOC & SOMA community to honor their ancestors and grieve for their loved ones that have passed away. The art installation is open to the public at Kapwa Gardens from November 1st to 3rd so that community members may add their own photos, pieces of remembrance, and pay their respects to their ancestors. The viewing will culminate in a special All Souls Day celebration on Saturday, November 4th, 12-4pm where families can gather, listen to live musical performances, share stories of their loved ones and enjoy the day together.

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Client NewsPaloma ConcordiaKultivate Labs, SOMA Pilipinas, balay kreative, Ancestor Altars
“Cultural Kultivators:” a Visionary New Podcast That Explores the Beauty and Complexity of the Filipino American Experience
“Cultural Kultivators:” a Visionary New Podcast That Explores the Beauty and Complexity of the Filipino American Experience

San Francisco, CA - May 31, 2023 - The San Francisco Bay Area is the second most populous region for Filipinos in the United States, with Filipinos making up to 4.6% of San Francisco’s population. Filipinos are not only an integral part of San Francisco history, but an active part of the city’s identity today. “Cultural Kultivators,” a new podcast by Kutivate Labs and hosted by Nicole Salaver, honors the diversity and richness of the Filipino American experience while inspiring listeners to explore and celebrate their own cultural heritage. Salaver, the Program Manager at Filipino-American arts accelerator Balay Kreative, interviews Filipino American thought leaders, entrepreneurs, activists and artists who are making a positive impact in their respective fields. “Cultural Kultivators” launches on May 31st with Asian American studies scholar Dr. Allyson Tintiangco-Cubales as its first interviewee, followed by rapper Ruby Ibarra for its second episode, street artist Allison Hueman for its third episode, and artist Nikbo for its fourth episode.

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Client NewsPaloma ConcordiaKultivate Labs, San Francisco, soma pilipinas, balay kreative, kapwa gardens, SOMA Pilipinas, UNDSCVRD, UNDISCOVERED SF, cultural kultivators, podcast, filipino podcast, fil-am, filipino american, Nicole Salaver, Ruby Ibarra, Allison Hueman, Dr Allyson Tintiangco-Cubales
Kultivate Labs Catalyzes A Thriving Community in San Francisco’s Filipino Cultural District, Generating $930k in Economic Development
Kultivate Labs Catalyzes A Thriving Community in San Francisco’s Filipino Cultural District, Generating $930k in Economic Development

San Francisco, CA - January 30, 2023 - Since its inception in 2017, Kultivate Labs has been dedicated to building a thriving commercial corridor in the SOMA Pilipinas Filipino Cultural Heritage District. After a successful 2022, the non-profit economic development and arts organization will continue rolling out programming in the new year that reflects the needs and vision of the community at large such as new artist grants, space and other resources for pop-up businesses and artists, a free outdoor concert series, and a creative market spanning three events.

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Client NewsPaloma ConcordiaKultivate Labs, San Francisco, soma pilipinas, balay kreative, kapwa gardens, SEED Network, SOMA Pilipinas, UNDSCVRD, UNDISCOVERED SF, undscvrd sf
“Ancestor Altars” Honors Loved Ones Who Have Passed Away During the Pandemic
“Ancestor Altars” Honors Loved Ones Who Have Passed Away During the Pandemic

San Francisco, CA - September 19, 2022 - Filipino cultural center Balay Kreative, artist Cece Carpio and artist TITTY are collaborating with Filipinx/a/o and BIPOC community members to honor their deceased loved ones through art installation “Ancestor Altars.” On view from October 27-30 at Kapwa Gardens and in a virtual gallery.

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Client NewsPaloma ConcordiaKultivate Labs, San Francisco, soma pilipinas, balay kreative, All Souls Day, COVID-19, Cece Carpio, TITTY, Ancestor Altars