WHO WE ARE
Wontanara Inc. is a cultural and community-driven nonprofit rooted in African traditions and built for modern impact. We are a collective of educators, artists, healers, and changemakers dedicated to using the arts as a vehicle for empowerment, education, and transformation. Our name, meaning “We Are One” in the Susu language of Guinea, reflects our core belief: when we come together through culture, we rise together. From the classroom to the stage, from grassroots to global, we are creating spaces where identity is celebrated, stories are honored, and communities are strengthened—where tradition meets transformation every step of the way.
WHAT WE DO
Building The Bridge Where Tradition Meets Transformation
Wontanara Inc. is an innovative, global impact nonprofit that goes beyond being a cultural initiative—we embody a transformative community spirit. Through the power of West African cultural arts, business education, and holistic wellness, we provide programs that heal, inspire, and empower. We serve as a cornerstone for individual growth, community advancement, and cultural preservation by offering diverse, high-quality programs tailored for all ages, from youth to elders.
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Our work includes artist development, school residencies, national and global tours, community events and workshops, therapeutic movement workshops, entrepreneurship training, youth mentorship, and cultural education. We proudly founded our community's first-ever culture, arts, wellness, and business retreat—a youth boys artist-building retreat—and have created over 10 employment opportunities for underrepresented communities across the U.S. and abroad.
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Through targeted initiatives like business and wellness workshops, youth mentorship, scholarships, and an expansive online learning hub rooted in West African history and heritage, we are building a future where education and cultural pride go hand-in-hand to reshape destinies. With over 200 students mentored and 10 scholarships awarded, we remain dedicated to accessibility and equity.
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Our team of expert educators, artists, and business professionals delivers impactful experiences that foster creativity, self-confidence, and leadership. Recognized as a verified Platinum-Level organization on Candid/Guidestar, Wontanara Inc. is more than an organization—it’s a movement. We are committed to uplifting our local communities, igniting national impact, and building global bridges—where tradition meets transformation through culture, creativity, and collective empowerment.
