Founder

LOWELL MILKEN

ARTEFFECT / Lowell Milken Center for Unsung Heroes

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“When young people and educators engage with history through creativity, they not only uncover the past – they discover the power within themselves to shape the future.” — Lowell Milken

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Founded in 2016, ARTEFFECT reflects Lowell’s profound belief in the transformative power of art to inspire change and celebrate Unsung Heroes. This passion drives ARTEFFECT to engage students and educators in creating visual works that honor individuals who made profound yet unrecognized impacts. Through the ARTEFFECT competition and Ambassadors Program, Lowell empowers teachers and participants to embark on a journey of artistic expression and reflection. With submissions from over 20 countries, ARTEFFECT extends Lowell's vision globally, encouraging young people to connect with the past and use art to positively influence the future.

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Named by Worth magazine as one of America’s most generous philanthropists, Lowell is also an international businessman who chairs National Realty Trust and London-based Heron International, a worldwide leader in property development. Lowell’s global experience informs his strategic vision for the high-caliber educational opportunities vital to equip future generations to compete on the world stage.

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Lowell Milken is a product of California's public school system, graduating Phi Beta Kappa and summa cum laude from the University of California, Berkeley, where he received the School of Business Administration’s Most Outstanding Student Award. He went on to earn a law degree from the University of California, Los Angeles, with academic honors of Order of the Coif and the distinction of UCLA Law Review.

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For more about Lowell, visit Shaping Futures.