Ladies and Gentleman
I am Scott Macksam “Mack” United States, Army Retired, Founder for the First Arts Center in the State of Florida for our Military , Veterans and Families: the Veterans Art Center Tampa Bay 501c3. For the past year and half I been developing the center concept that will have various therapy, wellness and educational programs reaching as far away as Frankfurt, Germany. I personally wanted to do something unique for Tampa Bay that helps to heal the casualties of the long conflict we have been involved and create a legacy for future generations. The ripple effects of this current conflict will last for decades beyond our generation so the idea is to mobilize our efforts within our own communities .
I am currently securing a property in St Petersburg and once we have completed the final preparations, a grand opening event will be announced.
I know you all will ask ” Where” and that information will be coming soon.
Representing St. Petersburg College, Cdr Jeff Cavanagh has agreed to be a board member. Jeff is a good friend and comrade from the days when I directed the Officers Training Program at USFSP campus. I can see St Petersburg College to be our premier college that supports the VACTB and those SPC Veterans in your arts program.
For all the SPC arts leadership, I request your interest, support and involvement as we move forward. Please stand-by for more information…………..