CATA Breaks Down Barriers

CATA Supporters Liz and Mark Williams are driven to make their community a place where every person is included.

“Community Access to the Arts is one of the reasons we love living in the Berkshires,” say Liz and Mark. After attending their first CATA performance, they knew they had to get involved.

“CATA’s mission resonated for us right away. They’re bringing art to people who otherwise may not have access to it—and giving them a way to tap into their creative spirit.”

Mark has seen how the impact of CATA’s work ripples across every part of the community.

“CATA makes a difference for people with disabilities—and the impact is even bigger than that,” says Mark. “CATA touches the lives of caregivers, of parents, siblings, and so many others. CATA is significant for the whole community.”

Liz and Mark Williams want everyone to know the power of CATA’s work.

“When we go to a CATA event, we always make sure to bring someone new who hasn’t been exposed to CATA. It never fails that they get swept away by the mission. They can see right away why we’re so passionate about CATA and want to be a part of it, too.”

For Liz and Mark, bringing people together is what it’s all about.

“CATA connects the artists with the wider community and breaks down barriers,” say Liz and Mark. “Every time we go to an exhibit or a performance, we get to talk to the artists. They’re excited to share about their work and what they’ve accomplished because of CATA. It pulls us together and makes us all one community.”

As donors, Liz and Mark know that their support makes an impact that reverberates across the Berkshires.

“When I see just how much CATA has done for so many people, I’m amazed,” says Liz.