Emerge CDA

What Emerge CDA does

Emerge CDA, Inc. is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit arts organization (EIN 47-3622413) headquartered at 119 N. 2nd St., Coeur d'Alene, Idaho. The organization operates a multi-channel arts platform serving two principal audiences: emerging artists seeking exhibition, retail, and professional development opportunities, and regional community members (including families and youth) seeking arts engagement. Its core offerings include a monthly rotating gallery (35% commission on sales), the YOURS retail space selling handcrafted goods from local makers, year-round art classes, an 11-week summer camp program, the Artist Incubator Series, and two signature annual events: the 13th Annual Block Party and the 10th Annual INK! Print Rally. Revenue is generated through a diversified mix of donations and memberships (processed via Givelively), gallery sales commissions, retail transactions, class fees ($150 for Artist Incubator, $250 for summer camps), event tickets ($25 for Block Party preview), and corporate sponsorships at five tiers ranging from $300 to $5,000+.

The technology stack is intentionally lean: a Shopify-based e-commerce platform with an integrated event calendar hosting 775+ in-stock products, donation processing through Givelively, and Google Forms for artist applications and volunteer signup. The go-to-market approach is community-led, relying on social media (Facebook, Instagram, YouTube), email newsletters, the Emerge CDA website, and the annual event calendar as primary engagement and acquisition channels. Distribution is anchored by the Coeur d'Alene physical location (open Tues-Sat 10am-6pm) supplemented by the online store. The organization is governed by a board of directors and led by Executive Director Jeni, with no parent company, venture investment, or institutional funding structure. Scholarships are administered in partnership with CDA Arts Commission and United Way of North Idaho.

Name

Emerge CDA

Legal name

Emerge CDA, Inc.

Website

https://emergecda.com

Company type

Private

Operating status

Operating

Short description

Emerge CDA is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit arts organization in Coeur d'Alene, Idaho, operating a gallery, the YOURS retail space, art classes, summer camps, and annual events (Block Party, INK! Print Rally) serving emerging artists and regional community members.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Community Arts Services

NAICS

Performing Arts Companies (7111), Professional Organizations (81392)

SIC

Services-Membership Organizations (8600), Services-Miscellaneous Amusement & Recreation (7990)

akta.pro primary industry

Arts Education & Community Arts Programs (BPAGAHAC)

akta.pro secondary industries

Arts & Design Camps (Visual Arts, Crafts, Design Thinking) (EDAMALAH), Multi-Activity Enrichment Camps (Academic + Arts + Sports) (EDAMALAA)

Keywords

• Community arts programming
• Art gallery exhibitions
• Nonprofit arts education
• Artist professional development
• Handmade retail marketplace

Headquarters

HQ city

Coeur D'alene

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Others

Revenue model

1. Donations and Memberships: Tax-deductible contributions from individuals and businesses supporting the arts. EIN 47-3622413. Monthly membership campaigns and one-time donations.
2. Art Sales Commission: 35% commission charged on all gallery sales during events and exhibitions. Artists retain 65% of sale proceeds.
3. Retail Sales (YOURS): Hand-made goods from local artists and makers sold through Emerge's retail space. Features entirely hand-crafted local merchandise.
4. Class and Camp Fees: Revenue from art classes and summer camps. Summer camps range from $250 for 4-day sessions. Artist Incubator program at $150.
5. Event Tickets: Ticketed preview night for Block Party at $25 per person. General Block Party event is free.
6. Sponsorships: Corporate sponsorships at multiple levels ($300-$5,000+) providing marketing benefits and community engagement opportunities for local businesses.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels6 records

Core offering

Emerge CDA is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit arts organization that operates a collective art experience in Coeur d'Alene, Idaho, offering monthly rotating gallery exhibitions of local artists, art classes for all ages, summer art camps for youth, the YOURS retail space for hand-made local goods, and an Artist Incubator professional development series. The organization runs flagship annual community events including the 13th Annual Block Party and 10th Annual INK! Print Rally, with all programming supported by donations, sponsorships, class fees, and retail/commission sales.

Product overview

Emerge CDA is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit arts organization operating as a collective art experience in Coeur d'Alene, Idaho. The organization offers a multi-faceted portfolio including: a monthly rotating Gallery exhibiting local artists with sales; Art Classes for all ages; annual flagship events (Block Party and INK! Print Rally); a Summer Art Camps program; the YOURS retail space selling handmade goods; and the Artist Incubator Series for professional development. The organization also operates a physical studio and hosts free community events. Revenue streams include class fees ($150-$250), event tickets ($25), merchandise sales, sponsorship levels ($300-$5,000+), and donations. The entire portfolio is offered through a Shopify-powered online platform with Google Forms for applications and Givelively for donations.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• YOURS: Emerge's retail space featuring entirely hand-made goods from local artists and makers.
• INK! Print Rally
• Summer in Color

Products and services

• Gallery Exhibitions Monthly rotating gallery exhibitions at the Coeur d'Alene headquarters showcasing local and regional artists. Artwork is available for purchase during each exhibit, with Emerge retaining a 35% commission. Targets art collectors, supporters, and gallery visitors.
• Art Classes Art education programs for all ages, including youth workshops, adult classes, and specialized instruction. Classes are held at the organization's studio in Coeur d'Alene and are open to community members and visitors.
• Summer Art Camps 11-week structured summer art camp program for children and teens ages 7-15, with multiple themed 4-day sessions (Monday-Thursday, 9am-3pm) at $250 per camper. Includes a partnership track with Coeur Climbing. Scholarships available through CDA Arts Commission and United Way of North Idaho.
• YOURS Retail Space Physical retail space inside the Coeur d'Alene headquarters, paired with an online Shopify store, selling entirely hand-made goods from local artists and makers. Provides year-round sales channel for handcrafted local merchandise, with art prints priced from $45 to $200+.
• Artist Incubator Series Professional development program designed to help emerging artists cultivate their careers, offered at a $150 class fee per artist. Targeted at local and regional artists seeking structured guidance to advance their practice.
• Block Party Preview & Artist Reception Ticketed preview and artist reception preceding the annual Block Party, offering early access and a meet-and-greet with exhibiting artists. Tickets priced at $25 per person. The Block Party itself is free and open to the public.

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed No

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Partnerships

Three partnerships are on record, tiered minor and core.

• Coeur ClimbingminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerCollaborative partnership for summer camp programming. Coeur Climbing Art Camp offers unique combined climbing and art experiences for children ages 5-14. Camps run concurrently with Emerge's main summer program at separate locations.
• CDA Arts CommissioncoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerProvides scholarship funding for summer art camps, enabling access for underserved youth. Critical partner in maintaining accessibility mission.
• United Way of North IdahocoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerProvides scholarship funding for summer art camps alongside CDA Arts Commission. Supports accessibility and community arts engagement.

Scale indicators5 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights4 records

Direct peers

• Idaho Commission on the Arts: State arts agency funding and supporting Idaho-based arts programming — including scholarship/residency pathways that directly intersect Emerge CDA's funding model via the CDA Arts Commission partnership.
• Springboard for the Arts: Minnesota-based nonprofit supporting artists and community arts programming through classes, residencies, and economic development initiatives. Closely analogous nonprofit model to Emerge CDA's Artist Incubator and community programming.
• Create Here: Nonprofit community arts and maker organization operating gallery, retail, classes, and festivals in a smaller regional city. Direct operational analog — same mix of gallery, classes, retail, and free community events.
• Terrain Spokane: Spokane-based nonprofit arts organization supporting emerging artists through studios, exhibitions, and community events. Strong operational analog to Emerge CDA's gallery + artist development model in a comparable mid-size regional market.

Regional players

• Spokane Arts: Regional nonprofit arts council serving the Inland Northwest (Spokane area). Comparable to Emerge CDA as a community-based arts intermediary supporting local artists, hosting events, and convening cultural programming in a similar Pacific Northwest market.
• Pacific Northwest Quilt & Fiber Arts Museum: Regional nonprofit museum in the Inland Northwest presenting exhibitions, classes, and community events for a specific art form. Comparable small-staff nonprofit model and community-class structure to Emerge CDA.
• The Art Spirit Gallery: Coeur d'Alene–based contemporary art gallery representing regional artists. Closest geographic competitor to Emerge's gallery program, sharing the same local artist pool and collector base.

Broad incumbents

• Artscape (Baltimore): Nonprofit producer of large-scale community arts festivals with corporate sponsorships, free programming, and artist showcase components. Comparable festival-and-sponsorship business model to Emerge's Block Party at much larger scale.
• Bainbridge Island Museum of Art: Community-supported regional art museum with gallery, classes, and free programming funded by donations and memberships. Similar nonprofit operating model and community-engagement mandate at slightly larger scale.
• Northwest Museum of Arts & Culture (MAC): Larger regional cultural institution in Spokane combining museum exhibitions, education, and community programming. Comparable mission (arts access and education) but at significantly greater scale and scope.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat3 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

• YouTubeyoutube.com/@emergecda
• Facebookfacebook.com/emergecda
• Instagraminstagram.com/emergecda

Compliance1 record

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Number of profiles

Profiles1 record

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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