About the Coalition

The S.A.G.E. Coalition is a 501(c)(3) non-profit founded in Trenton NJ dedicated to initiating, planning, and establishing inner-city beautification projects. Formed in 2012, SAGE Coalition Inc. has its roots in legendary Trenton arts groups such as the Vicious Stylez Crew, SAGE Collective, and the Trenton Atelier. Since then it has grown into a diverse group of visual artists, engineers, fabricators, musicians and teachers dedicated to the rebirth of Trenton and all other struggling urban zones. From molding wax to steel, creating everything from murals to 3d models and building bikes or beats, SAGE Coalition is a potent mix of talented artists who are invested in urban renewal. Our goal is to remind those in economically depressed neighborhoods that unity and pride can thrive through creative problem solving and civic engagement.

Recent Work

SAGE is actively involved in our Windows of Soul initiative, engaging local neighborhoods in turning Trenton’s most blighted streets into open-air art galleries. We also continue to host our annual Soul of the Message art festival. SAGE is also hosting community gardening programs, our most recent being the Graffiti Garden on Walnut Ave, Trenton.