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Community Heart Project – Businesses

Become Part of the Community Heart Project

Explore the vision behind the Community Heart Project, how it works, and how you can become part of this community-wide initiative.

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Why Community Heart?

Community Engagement

The Community Heart Project will encourage community members to actively participate in the beautification of their surroundings, fostering a sense of ownership and pride.

Cultural Enrichment

Through the display of diverse artistic expressions, the project will enrich the cultural landscape of the Alexandria/Pineville area.

Tourism Promotion

The installation of eye-catching heart-shaped artworks will serve as attractions for visitors, contributing to the promotion of tourism in the region.

Legacy Building

The heart-shaped installations will leave a lasting legacy, serving as symbols of unity, creativity, and love for generations to come.

We Are Currently Seeking Partnerships

Local Businesses

Sponsorship opportunities for businesses to support the project financially or through in-kind contributions.

Educational Institutions

Student/art club collaboration with their schools and/or local businesses to encourage student participation and engagement.

Nonprofit Organizations

Partnership with nonprofit organizations that are committed to promoting art, culture, and community development.

Government Agencies

Collaboration with local government agencies to secure permits, permissions, and support for the installation of the heart-shaped artworks.

Frequently Asked Questions

Purchasing a heart means sponsoring a custom-designed heart sculpture that will be displayed as part of the Community Heart Project. This initiative highlights local creativity and community spirit while allowing businesses and individuals to participate in a meaningful public art display.

Yes! If you purchase a heart as a business, you can display it at your location. If you do not have a storefront but still wish to sponsor a heart, you may choose to donate it to another business or public space.

Sponsors can select an artist of their choice to design their heart.

Alternatively, local student artists can participate in the design process.

A list of recommended artists is available if assistance is needed in selecting one. That list can be found here.

Yes. To ensure the heart is suitable for outdoor display, there are specific guidelines regarding:
  • Themes
  • Materials
  • Durability
Full details on these guidelines will be provided upon purchasing a heart.

Hearts are ordered through Explore Alexandria Pineville.

If you are interested, please fill out the form below this section.

The total cost is $1,250, which includes:

  • The heart structure
  • Shipping
  • Sealing
  • Installation
  • Only cost you are responsible for outside of the $1,250 is the artists fees.
 

Interested in a heart for your local business or organization?

Design Criteria

Community Partners will have the opportunity to hire a local artist through our online portal to create their heart-shaped artwork.

Heart Dimensions: 38” Tall  40” Wide  18” Deep

Weight: 42 pounds

Pricing

Heart-shaped artwork installations are available for $1,300. Businesses will be responsible for hiring their artist and artist payment.

Thank you to our current participants!

Donated to: Our Lady of Prompt Succor Catholic School

Donated to: Peabody Montessori School

Cenla Hospitality Services, LLC

Donated to: Louisiana Christian University

Donated to: 
Security Sporting Goods

Donated to: Pineville Elementary

Donated to: The Cottage Restaurant

Cornerstone Learning Center

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