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About us
USS Balthasar
Expanding Youth Access to Arts Education
Organization Name: USS Balthasar
Nonprofit Status: 501(c)(3)
Tax ID: 82-1149535
Location: Stanislaus County, California
Mission
The USS Balthasar is a Star Trek–inspired volunteer nonprofit dedicated to ensuring economically disadvantaged youth have access to visual and performing arts opportunities. We believe arts education builds creativity, confidence, emotional wellness, academic engagement, and lifelong resilience. Our mission is to remove financial barriers so that every child has the opportunity to participate and thrive.
Community Need
Many families in our region face financial hardship, making arts participation out of reach for many students. Program fees, instruments, costumes, rehearsal expenses, and tuition create barriers that limit opportunities for youth. Without support, students lose access to meaningful creative outlets and enrichment experiences essential to healthy development.
Contact
Bob Van Tuinen, Commanding Officer
USS Balthasar
co.ussbalthasar@gmail.com
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