Fostering the Arts,
Celebrating Aldona
Aldona Arts
Foundation
Situated in North Goa, Aldona is a village that retains the charm of a bygone era. The village's name may come from the words "Haldi" (turmeric) or "Hal" (plow), reflecting its agricultural origins. It’s blend of natural beauty, historical charm, and community spirit makes it a unique and special place within Goa.
Aldona Arts Foundation, a section 8 organisation (not for profit/social enterprise), was established in 2025 with a mission centred around social impact, community empowerment, and the promotion of the arts.
The Foundation aims to offer a variety of programs, workshops, exhibitions, and performances, contributing significantly to the cultural vibrancy of the local community.
Our Vision & Mission
Aldona Arts Foundation seeks to create a vibrant and inclusive cultural hub where people can reconnect with their roots, nurture creativity, and build meaningful community connections through the arts. Inspired by the culture and identity of Aldona, the Foundation integrates the arts into everyday life through accessible programs, workshops, exhibitions, and public events for people of all ages.
By fostering creative learning, collaboration, and cultural exchange, the Foundation aims to nurture artistic talent while building a sustainable ecosystem that supports artists, community engagement, and cultural expression.
Foster artistic expression and creative learning across schools of Aldona, Goa
Developing a consumer base for arts and an art based economy and livelihood
Restoration of Mabel House into a living art gallery and studio for the community
Commission public art projects (installations, murals, restorations, theatre and musical productions)
Hold public events and festivals
Hold public events and festivals
Our Founding Objectives
SpArK
Special Art for Kids
The SpArK Programme is an in-school arts initiative that creates accessible opportunities for students to explore creativity and self-expression.
Working with schools in Goa, our facilitators bring artist-led workshops and creative learning into classrooms, introducing students to diverse artistic practices.
Through thoughtfully designed sessions, the programme nurtures imagination, confidence, and a deeper engagement with the arts.
Patrons of
Aldona Arts Foundation
Furniture Support
SpArK Program Enabler
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Restoration Partner
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