THE H2a Foundation
Restoring our H2O -
one artistic step at a time
MISSION
Ocean conservation and issues surrounding the sustainability of our waterways are on the front line in the battle against climate change. Keeping our aquatic eco-systems alive supports and sustains the life of our planet as a whole.
The H2a Foundation works in partnership with individuals and organizations around the globe who are focused on aquatic eco-systems to heighten awareness, and educate and strategize on initiatives that have at their core a desire to create real and lasting change.
VISION
Founded on the principle ‘we need water to survive, we need art to thrive’, The H2a Foundation holds the belief that the arts are not only relevant but a powerful force for good. Water sustains our planet. Art is an essence of life. The arts serve as a conduit that connects the worlds of philanthropy, business and science, creating lasting relationships and engagement with impact. A bridge over troubled waters, art in all of its’ forms breathes life and dynamism into an engagement with nature for our collective benefit.
CURATING CREATIVE PARTNERSHIPS
Through arts-centric meetings and events, we curate partnerships across all sectors with the shared goal of improving the health and well-being of our oceans, rivers, tributaries, lakes and all other sources of H20. We provide a creative and bespoke approach to each project that we engage in. We are passionate, mission-driven and results oriented in all that we do.
ELIZABETH FROST Pierson
Elizabeth made her career in the art world as a gallerist, curator, art advisor and writer. The Founder of Longhouse, a consultancy focused on the arts and diplomacy, she is the co-Founder of the ECC (Europe Cordiale Circle), a bi-partisan cross-sectoral forum dedicated to fostering informed debate with impactful results. An activist at heart with a passion for all things aquatic, Elizabeth has engaged with individuals and corporations at the highest levels. A cultural diplomat by nature, her vision and orientation in the worlds of governance and diplomacy have enabled her to engage her voice as an advocate for the role that the arts’ play in society today.
Making a difference in our world today
‘Art is a nation’s most precious heritage. For it is in our works of art that we reveal to ourselves, and to others, the inner vision which guides us as a nation. And where there is no vision, the people perish.’ - President Lyndon Baines Johnson