About Us
We enrich the lives of youth by empowering them through academics and the arts.
Our Story
Moves & Grooves is a 501(c)3 non-profit organization seeking to inspire youth to create for themselves and to discover, learn, and, grow through the Arts. As a growing organization since 2002, Moves & Grooves is a testament to young people that using your talents to inspire others is one of the most powerful things that you can do in life and using your gifts to serve others can be most rewarding. In years to come, Moves & Grooves will continue to fulfill its mission to enhance the academic achievement of children through creative arts programs.
Our Mission & Vision
Our Mission is to enrich the lives of youth by empowering them to discover their potential through academic achievement and the arts.
Our Vision is for Moves & Grooves to be the premier organization for arts and innovation with youth.
Our Future Home
THE MOVES & GROOVES CENTER FOR THE ARTS 12,000 SQUARE FOOT SPACE INCLUDES
Multi-purpose classrooms for academics, visual arts, photography, music recording, video production & graphic design. The space boasts an independent study lounge, college/career center, computer lab, cafeteria, office space, dance studios, retail store, performance auditorium and STEM Lab.
As an added safety feature, the entire 12,000 Moves & Grooves Center for the Arts duals as a storm shelter. Providing emergency safety from tornadoes, storms, and natural disasters for children and families within a one mile radius.
Coming Soon!
Help us make this vision a reality. Build a legacy with us!
Meet Our Team
Dr. Emerald Mitchell
Founder / Executive Director
Britney Taylor
Director of Operations
Nathan Morgan
CPA (Virtual)
Tia Hayes
Operations Admin (Virtual)
Our Board of Directors
Chair: Kristle Thompson, Schneider Electric
Vice Chair: Dell Oliver, Healthcare Corporations of America
Secretary: Jennifer Clapp, Alliance Bernstein
Treasurer: TBD
Howard Gentry, Metro Nashville Davidson County Clerk
Carla Hawkins, Ingram Industries
LaTara Sturgis, Attorney at Law
Our Values & Standards
Moves & Grooves, Inc’s. standards are founded upon the principles of confidence and courtesy. Confidence because believing in yourself is greater than anything and courtesy because showing respect towards others reflects one’s civility.
We greet each other every day with a smile and a handshake to strengthen the relationship between us.
We are considerate of those in need and are always willing to lend a helping hand.
We love our brothers and sisters and are respectful in everything we say and do.
We are striving to become a positive example to our community as well as the world.
We are beautiful in our own way and we each offer a gift that is unique.
We realize that life is a challenge, but with the mindset to persevere we can conquer anything.
Arts
Encouraging youth to be creative & use various forms of art as a positive outlet.
Education
Inspiring youth to excel in school.
Health
Promoting positive health by providing nutritious snacks and daily physical activity.
Diversity
Encouraging youth to be creative & use various forms of art as a positive outlet.
Service
Creating opportunities for youth to "give back" in their neighborhoods and beyond.
Leadership
Creating opportunities for youth to "give back" in their neighborhoods and beyond.