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207 N. Laura Street, Suite 300
Jacksonville, FL 32202
904.281.5599

Office of the President & CEO

The Rev. Kimberly L. Hyatt
President & CEO
khyatt@capkids.org
904.281.5599 ext. 111

David Anderlik
Executive Assistant to the President & CEO
david@capkids.org
904.281.5599 ext. 110

Stephanie Isom
Executive Assistant to the President & CEO
stephanie@capkids.org
904.281.5599 ext. 110

Advocacy

Dr. Lucy Chen
Vice President of Advocacy & Community Engagement
lucy@capkids.org
904.281.5599 ext. 122

Jennifer Miles
Advocacy Coordinator
jmiles@capkids.org
904.281.5599 ext. 120

Communications & Marketing

Jocelyn K. Tolbert, M.A.
Director of Communications & Marketing
jtolbert@capkids.org
904.281.5599 ext. 119

Finance & Administration

Lyndle Lindow
Vice President of Finance & Administration
lyndle@capkids.org
904.281.5599 ext. 115

Heather Sloan
Director of Administration
heather@capkids.org
904.281.5599 ext. 124

Philanthropy

Jessie Brabender
Director of Leadership Giving
jessie@capkids.org
904.281.5599 ext. 125

Elise Johnson
Director of Engagement & Innovation
ejohnson@capkids.org
904.281.5599 ext. 114

Jocelyn K. Tolbert, M.A.
Director of Communications & Marketing
jtolbert@capkids.org
904.281.5599 ext. 119

Colin Walker
Manager of Philanthropy Operations & Annual Giving
colin@capkids.org
904.281.5599 ext. 112

Doug Walker
Vice President of Philanthropy
doug@capkids.org
904.281.5599 ext. 118

Calder Yates
Grants & Proposals Manager
calder@capkids.org
904.281.5599 ext. 127

Program & Fellows

Priscilla Allen
Teaching Artist Fellow in Visual Arts
pallen@capkids.org
904.281.5599 ext. 129

Christian Anderson
Delores Barr Weaver Teaching Artist Fellow in Theatre
christian@capkids.org
904.281.5599 ext. 129

Kiersten Barnes
Director of Charter Programs
kiersten@capkids.org
904.281.5599 ext. 123

Morgan Blackman, MT-BC
Director of Homeschool & Military Programs
morgan@capkids.org
904.281.5599 ext. 128

Lindsay M. Bowyer
Teaching Artist Fellow in Visual Arts
lindsay@capkids.org
904.281.5599 ext. 129

LaRhonda Britton-James, LMHC
Clinical Creative Art Counselor
larhonda@capkids.org
904-281.5599 ext. 129

Peyton Bryant
Program Coordinator
peyton@capkids.org
904.281.5599 ext. 117

Ashlee Collins
Petway Teaching Artist Fellow in Visual Arts
ashlee@capkids.org
904.281.5599 ext. 129

Dr. Shaneka Ferrell
Director of CAPabilities Programs
shaneka@capkids.org
904.281.5599 ext. 126

Laura Fennell, MT-BC
Board Certified Music Therapist
lfennell@capkids.org

Chelsye P. Ginn
Teaching Artist Fellow in Theatre
chelsye@capkids.org
904.281.5599 ext. 129

Brittany Harmon, M.M, MT-BC
Board Certified Music Therapist
bharmon@capkids.org

Tiffany Melanson
Director of Arts Ignite & Art Smarts Programs
tmelanson@capkids.org
904.281.5599 ext. 116

Sarah J. Morrell
Teaching Artist Fellow in Music
sarah@capkids.org
904.281.5599 ext. 129

Jacqueline Peterson
Teaching Artist Fellow in Dance
jacqueline@capkids.org
904.281.5599 ext. 129

Luisa Reis
Vice President of Programs
luisa@capkids.org
904.281.5599 ext. 113

Joshua Stone
Teaching Artist Fellow in Strings
josh@capkids.org
904.281.5599 ext. 129

Julia Veiga
Teaching Artist Fellow in Theatre
julia@capkids.org
904.281.5599 ext. 129

Strategy & Operations

Karen Demuth
Director of Partnerships
karen@capkids.org

Melanie Hammer
Vice President of Strategy & Operations
melanie@capkids.org
904.281.5599 ext. 121

CAP is grateful to announce that we have been awarded a Find Your Light Foundation 2025 grant! Their support allows us to continue to empower every child’s creative spirit, ensuring that students in Northeast Florida have access to quality arts education.

Find Your Light is dedicated to supporting exceptional arts programs where the need is greatest, recognizing arts education as an essential part of a young person’s development. Thank you, Find Your Light, for uplifting the power of the arts and helping us make a lasting impact! #capkidsjax

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CAP is grateful to announce that we have been awarded a Find Your Light Foundation 2025 grant! Their support allows us to continue to empower every child’s creative spirit, ensuring that students in Northeast Florida have access to quality arts education. Find Your Light is dedicated to supporting exceptional arts programs where the need is greatest, recognizing arts education as an essential part of a young person’s development. Thank you, Find Your Light, for uplifting the power of the arts and helping us make a lasting impact! #capkidsjax

Spring for the Arts celebrates the impact you, our donors, have had on local students, and raises funds for CAP`s REIMAGINE Campaign, with the ultimate goal of putting instruments, paintbrushes, scripts and dance shoes in the hands of more children in Northeast Florida than ever before. Get your tickets today at our link in bio! 🎉

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Spring for the Arts celebrates the impact you, our donors, have had on local students, and raises funds for CAP's REIMAGINE Campaign, with the ultimate goal of putting instruments, paintbrushes, scripts and dance shoes in the hands of more children in Northeast Florida than ever before. Get your tickets today at our link in bio! 🎉

Our mission is to inspire every child`s creative spirit! #CAPkidsjax #TheArtsAddUp #artsed #strings

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Our mission is to inspire every child's creative spirit! #CAPkidsjax #TheArtsAddUp #artsed #strings

Every heart needs art! Happy Valentines Day❤️
#TheArtsAddUp #CAPkidsjax #artsed

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Every heart needs art! Happy Valentines Day❤️ #TheArtsAddUp #CAPkidsjax #artsed

It was an unforgettable day at the The Cummer Museum of Art & Gardens. Hundreds of guests enjoyed the fun and engaging activities during the CAP Family Day at the Cummer!

Students and their families participated in Intro to Improv, Nature Printmaking, Needle Felting, World Drums, Positive Words Graffiti, Jazz-Tastic Dance, Boom Whackers, a Museum Scavenger Hunt and an Instrument Petting Zoo! Thanks to CAP Teaching Artist Fellows, staff and volunteers for your efforts today. Special thanks to the Cummer Museum for graciously hosting our amazing families! #CAPkidsjax #TheArtsAddUp

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It was an unforgettable day at the The Cummer Museum of Art & Gardens. Hundreds of guests enjoyed the fun and engaging activities during the CAP Family Day at the Cummer! Students and their families participated in Intro to Improv, Nature Printmaking, Needle Felting, World Drums, Positive Words Graffiti, Jazz-Tastic Dance, Boom Whackers, a Museum Scavenger Hunt and an Instrument Petting Zoo! Thanks to CAP Teaching Artist Fellows, staff and volunteers for your efforts today. Special thanks to the Cummer Museum for graciously hosting our amazing families! #CAPkidsjax #TheArtsAddUp

Research indicates that theatre training for children significantly improves their public speaking skills by building confidence, enhancing vocal projection, developing effective body language and fostering emotional intelligence through character exploration. The practice of performing on stage in a supportive environment helps kids feel comfortable expressing themselves publicly and it`s fun! Learn more about our theatre programs at capkids.org #TheArtsAddUp #CAPkidsjax

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Research indicates that theatre training for children significantly improves their public speaking skills by building confidence, enhancing vocal projection, developing effective body language and fostering emotional intelligence through character exploration. The practice of performing on stage in a supportive environment helps kids feel comfortable expressing themselves publicly and it's fun! Learn more about our theatre programs at capkids.org #TheArtsAddUp #CAPkidsjax

Research from organizations like the Arts Education Partnership, show clear links between arts involvement and positive outcomes in academics, creative and critical thinking, personal behavior and social and civic participation. These benefits reinforce the essential value of the arts to enrich not only individual children and young adults, but also their communities.

Through CAP programs, children and young adults receive quality, standards-based instruction in dance, media arts, music, theatre and visual arts. Learn more at capkids.org. #TheArtsAddUp #CAPkidsjax

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Research from organizations like the Arts Education Partnership, show clear links between arts involvement and positive outcomes in academics, creative and critical thinking, personal behavior and social and civic participation. These benefits reinforce the essential value of the arts to enrich not only individual children and young adults, but also their communities. Through CAP programs, children and young adults receive quality, standards-based instruction in dance, media arts, music, theatre and visual arts. Learn more at capkids.org. #TheArtsAddUp #CAPkidsjax

Did you know that the arts support students’ social and emotional development, increase empathy, reduce intolerance and generate acceptance of others?

School partnerships with arts organizations can mitigate disparities in students’ arts learning opportunities and resources. Studies consistently demonstrate that the arts are intrinsically beneficial and an essential component of a well-rounded education. Learn more about #artsed by visiting capkids.org. #TheArtsAddUp #CAPkidsjax

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Did you know that the arts support students’ social and emotional development, increase empathy, reduce intolerance and generate acceptance of others? School partnerships with arts organizations can mitigate disparities in students’ arts learning opportunities and resources. Studies consistently demonstrate that the arts are intrinsically beneficial and an essential component of a well-rounded education. Learn more about #artsed by visiting capkids.org. #TheArtsAddUp #CAPkidsjax

Congratulations to the CAP String Orchestra for their festive live performance on First Coast News this morning. Happy Holidays! #capkidsjax #theartsaddup

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Congratulations to the CAP String Orchestra for their festive live performance on First Coast News this morning. Happy Holidays! #capkidsjax #theartsaddup

Congratulations to the Neptune Beach Elementary Music Therapy students for a wonderful Winter Wonderland Holiday Performance! Extra special thanks to Hembree Poindexter of UpBeat Music Therapy, and her intern Eli, for their unwavering dedication to the success of their students. Thanks to @theanthonyaustin for emceeing the festivities, the classroom teachers, school and CAP staff and board members for your support. The holiday spirit is in full swing! #CAPkidsjax #TheArtsAddUp #artsed

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Congratulations to the Neptune Beach Elementary Music Therapy students for a wonderful Winter Wonderland Holiday Performance! Extra special thanks to Hembree Poindexter of UpBeat Music Therapy, and her intern Eli, for their unwavering dedication to the success of their students. Thanks to @theanthonyaustin for emceeing the festivities, the classroom teachers, school and CAP staff and board members for your support. The holiday spirit is in full swing! #CAPkidsjax #TheArtsAddUp #artsed

Through the generous sponsorship of PNC Bank, CAP partnered with MOSH today for an exciting and fun event! CAP families enjoyed an arts integrated celebration and exploration of science, nature and the St. John’s River. Through activities like storytelling, acting, making music and creating visual art, we celebrated our community’s most valuable resources, our children and our environment! Special thanks to our CAP team, volunteers and @thejessiejax @kidshopealliancejax @pncfoundation @stuartstotts @moshjax #TheArtsAddUp #CAPkidsjax #artsed ✨

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Through the generous sponsorship of PNC Bank, CAP partnered with MOSH today for an exciting and fun event! CAP families enjoyed an arts integrated celebration and exploration of science, nature and the St. John’s River. Through activities like storytelling, acting, making music and creating visual art, we celebrated our community’s most valuable resources, our children and our environment! Special thanks to our CAP team, volunteers and @thejessiejax @kidshopealliancejax @pncfoundation @stuartstotts @moshjax #TheArtsAddUp #CAPkidsjax #artsed ✨

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