About Us
At Urban Cultural Arts & Event Center, our mission is to bridge the gap between creativity and accessibility. Ensuring that art is not only accessible but also affordable for all, while recognizing the importance of inclusive access for individuals with special needs.
Art is more than something we create, it's how culture is shared, preserved and passed down through generations. Painting, poetry, music, dance, comedy, acting and cooking are some of the ways participants explore their identity, tell their stories, and connect across generations.
Lets Create!
Urban Cultural Arts & Event Center is a 501(c)3 nonprofit organization founded
by Latosha Greenleaf & Thomas Davis in 2022.
Urban Cultural Arts…
Our Purpose
Urban Cultural Arts & Event Center exists to make art accessible, affordable, and inclusive for everyone in our community. We serve as a creative hub where people of all ages and abilities can come together to express themselves, learn new skills, and build meaningful connections through the arts.
Through hands-on classes, workshops, and community events, we provide opportunities for children, families, adults, and individuals with special needs to explore painting, pottery, music, poetry, and other forms of creative expression. Our programs are designed to remove financial and social barriers so that everyone has the opportunity to experience the transformative power of art.
At Urban Cultural Arts, creativity is more than an activity—it is a tool for healing, confidence building, cultural connection, and personal growth. By creating a welcoming and supportive environment, we inspire participants to discover their talents, strengthen their voices, and develop the confidence to pursue their passions.
Our Approach
Our staff, volunteers, artists, and mentors work together to create a supportive environment where creativity thrives. Through innovative teaching, culturally responsive programming, and community-centered practices, we provide meaningful experiences that bring people together and strengthen our community.
Urban Cultural Arts creates spaces where diverse members of the community can learn from one another, celebrate culture, and grow together through creativity.
Our Values
Empowerment
We believe every person has creativity within them. Our programs encourage participants to build confidence, discover their strengths, and use art as a form of self-expression and personal growth.
Community
Urban Cultural Arts is built on connection. We create welcoming spaces where families, artists, and community members can come together, support one another, and share in the joy of creativity.
Integrity
We operate with honesty, transparency, and strong ethical values in everything we do, ensuring that our programs remain accessible and meaningful for the community we serve.
Inclusivity
Art should be for everyone. We proudly provide inclusive programming for individuals of all backgrounds, cultures, and abilities, including specialized programs for individuals with special needs.
Collaboration
We believe the strongest communities are built together. By partnering with local organizations, schools, artists, and volunteers, we expand opportunities for creativity and strengthen the impact of our work.
Meet Our Board
Latosha Greenleaf
Executive Director
Latosha Greenleaf is the Founder and Executive Director of Urban Cultural Arts & Event Center, a nonprofit organization dedicated to making arts and cultural experiences accessible, affordable, and inclusive for individuals of all ages and abilities throughout the Greater Green Bay community. With a vision of using the arts to strengthen communities she has built the organization into a vibrant community resource offering youth program, adaptive arts, community events, adult day services, and creative workshops. A graduate of Concordia University of Wisconsin with a bachelor's degree in Accounting, Latosha combines strong financial leadership with a passion for community impact. Before founding Urban Cultural Arts, she spent more than 15 years in accounting and business administration, where she developed expertise in financial management, organizational leadership, and strategic planning. Under her leadership, Urban Cultural Arts has expanded partnerships with schools, healthcare providers, local governments, and nonprofit organizations to create innovative programming that serves children, families, older adults, and individuals with disabilities. Her commitment to collaboration, accessibility, and community engagement has helped secure grant funding, develop sustainable programs and position the organization as a trusted leader in arts-based community development. Latosha believes that art has the power to inspire, heal, connect, and transform lives. She remains dedicated to creating welcoming spaces where every individual has the opportunity to explore their creativity, build meaningful relationships, and experience the lasting impact of the arts.
Natalie Halverson
Vice Chairman
Natalie is an experienced artist and educator with 30 years of experience, holds a lifetime art teaching license from Wisconsin and co-founded the Art Garage in Green Bay. With a Bachelor’s degree in Fine Arts and Graphic Communications, she combines artistic expertise with a passion for education. Her professional art exhibitions, role as an assistant curator at the University of Wisconsin-Green Bay’s Lawton Art Gallery, and community service as a home-visiting case worker highlight her dedication to the arts and the community. Natalie is an ideal candidate for Vice Chairman of the Urban Cultural Arts & Events Board, dedicated to promoting urban culture and the arts in our community.
Lenord Cook Sr,
Chairman
With a degree in business management and construction fundamentals, my strategic planning and marketing skills laid the foundation for my later contributions. Over the last 25 years, my profound love for assisting youth and promoting art has fueled my commitment to Urban Cultural Arts & Event Center. My distinctive ability to engage with people and my visionary approach to community development have positioned me as an invaluable asset. My legacy is characterized by passion, education, and a steadfast dedication to serving the underserved and visible youth within our community.
Leslie Ousley, MA LPC SAC-IT
Treasurer
I have always known that I wanted to be in the human services field. In 2001, I obtained my first role as a CNA and this provided the confirmation that human service definitely was direction I would take. However, I knew my skills would be best utilized in the mental health sector. While gaining my master’s degree, I worked as a Program Manager for intellectually delayed adults, an In-Home Behavioral Specialist and Mental Health Case manager for youth and adults. I completed my practicum at Advanced Behavior Health (MN), specializing in treating adults with varies developmental delays. Once I returned to my home state of Wisconsin, I worked as a Crisis worker and CLTS Case Manager before starting Wings of Eagles Counseling Clinic, once a private practice, it has grown to many service arrays. My therapeutic method is didactic, eclectic and client centered. I believe it is not one particular path in assisting my clients in reaching wellness and wholeness. While in session, I do not take the expert role; I have the belief that each individual and family has unique strengths that are undiscovered and need to be explored and utilized.
LaTasha Hickman
President
With a proven track record of developing programs to combat homelessness and secure funding, LaTasha Hickman brings more than just experience to the Green Bay community. In Cedar Rapids, Iowa, she oversaw a homeless shelter organization, stabilizing staffing and building community support while also volunteering with the Alliance for Meals on Wheels to assist low-income neighbors. Upon moving to Green Bay, she successfully developed two housing programs—both grant approved—and got them up to capacity while managing caseloads. Her leadership extends beyond housing; she currently serves as president of the Urban Cultural Arts organization, demonstrating a comprehensive mission to empower and give back to the community.
Tanya "Big Mama" Westmoreland
Director-at-Large
Tanya "Big Mama" Westmoreland is a dedicated community leader, military veteran, and longtime advocate for neighborhood engagement in Green Bay. With more than 17 years of volunteer service, she has built a reputation for mentoring youth, supporting families, and bringing residents together to create stronger, more connected communities. A former board member of NeighborWorks Green Bay and graduate of NeighborWorks America's Excellence in Governance Academy, Tanya brings valuable experience in nonprofit leadership, community development, and strategic governance. As Director-at-Large for Urban Cultural Arts & Event Center, she is committed to advancing the organization's mission by ensuring community voices are represented and helping expand access to arts, culture, and creative opportunities for all.