carta owns a large collection of artwork by Cleveland area artists, both for adults and children, and purchases about $25,000 of new art annually. We further our mission by donating annual scholarships to Cleveland Institute of Art students and provide educational activities to enhance awareness of area artists. In 2025, carta provided $50,000 in scholarships to CIA students.

Once a year carta's 250 members meet to select a piece of art. At the end of the year, members may purchase their piece (although some selected works are not for sale) or return for something new.