About Suffolk Artlink

Our history, our future

Suffolk Artlink became an independent charity on 1st April 2006. Suffolk Artlink began life as part of the charity Optua, one of the largest charities in Suffolk, in 1994. In 2003, two staff were appointed to revitalise Suffolk Artlink and guide it towards independent charitable status. A third member of staff joined the organisation in summer 2004.

What we will do, 2006– 9
• Offer an information and advice service - Artlink Advice
• Provide training, initially for carers of older people
• Develop fun and inspiring arts projects
• Use the arts to enhance access to landscapes, buildings and heritage
• Work with arts venues to develop inclusive programming
• Become an independent charitable trust

Who do we work with?
Over the next two years, we will work with:-
• Older people and their carers
• People with additional learning needs
• People experiencing mental ill-health
• Young people from disadvantaged areas

What art forms do we cover?
We work in partnership with professional artists and arts organisations to develop projects. These include visual arts and crafts, dance, drama, music, writing and new technologies

The Board of Trustees
The work of Suffolk Artlink is directed by a Board of Trustees;

Penny Otton (Chair)

Ruth Gillan

Gavin Bultitude

Anita Cameron

Jim Wyllie

Steve Collins

Suffolk Artlink receives funding from the following organisations. Additional grants and sponsorship are sought for specific projects.