Donor Spotlight: Why Olivia Meikle Is Supporting the Arts Hub’s Capital Campaign

As an adjunct professor at Naropa University and a longtime advocate for inclusive arts and education, Olivia Meikle understands the power of a creative community. Her connection to the Arts Hub spans years—first as a board member, then as a parent, and now as a proud supporter of our Capital Campaign.

Why She’s Giving to the Capital Campaign

For Olivia, supporting the Capital Campaign is about ensuring the Arts Hub can continue offering high-quality programs, a safe and welcoming environment, and greater access for all families. Her reasons for giving center on three core values: preserving a thriving community space, expanding access through scholarships and inclusive programming, and creating a place where every young person feels they belong.

As she shared, “My hope is that this amazing resource can be available to everybody—expanding access and the community we are able to serve.”

A Beloved Community Space, Reborn

Olivia served on the Arts Hub Board for six years, including during the most difficult chapter in our history: the pandemic, when the organization nearly closed its doors. Now, seeing the Hub thriving again is part of why she gives.

“I’m so happy to see the Arts Hub alive, to see how it emerged from surviving COVID to thriving now is incredible.”

A Place Where Young People Feel Safe and Seen

Olivia has witnessed the impact of the Arts Hub firsthand through her child, Noah, who found safety, support, and belonging here and now teaches D&D clubs at the Hub.

“In high school, my own child needed a safe space and found that in the Arts Hub. It saved us in a way.”

She has seen many teens experience the same.

“I have seen this place be the only safe place for some teenagers because of their identities. Having a place where they know they are loved and accepted and appreciated for who they are can save lives.”

This is the heart of what the Capital Campaign protects: the programs and spaces that uplift, empower, and sometimes even save young lives.

“Everyone belongs here.”

Olivia’s hope for her contribution is simple and powerful, to help the Arts Hub continue expanding its community and cultural footprint for generations to come.

“Everyone belongs here. Everyone’s stories are important to tell.”

Your support helps remove financial barriers, expand programming, and keep our facility strong for the future. Join Olivia in building a creative home where every young person has a place, a voice, and a chance to thrive.