The Aftab Committee is a leading voice and platform for Iranian-American artists and art. Our goal is disseminate contemporary Iranian-American art with diverse audiences by empowering Iranian-American artists. We enhance public understanding and appreciation of Iranian-American art through acquisition, exhibitions, art & culture events, and education.
Founded in May of 2014, The Aftab Committee is a 501 (c) (3) nonprofit organization dedicated to empowering Iranian-American artists and art. The Aftab Committee’s founder and president, Shahrooz Shekaraubi saw endless possibilities for empowering Iranian-American artist and art.
The Aftab Committee’s vision is to deliver strong growth for Iranian-American artists and art. What fuels our success and challenges us? Passion. It’s our engine for growth. It’s what our staff, volunteers, donors, and community expect of us. It’s what we expect of ourselves. It enables new heights in serving, promoting and inspiring artists.