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NASAA is a champion for the arts and state arts agencies.

Our tools and research help you grow support for the arts in your state. NASAA’s work in Washington, D.C., shapes federal policy and gives state arts agencies a persuasive voice with Congress.

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The arts are fundamental to the cultural,
civic, economic and educational
well-being of a thriving democracy.

Advocacy Tools

Make the Case

Strategic Arts Messaging

The Arts and America's Bottom Line

Better Together: Public + Private Arts Funding

The Arts as a Nonpartisan Issue

Arts and Creativity Strengthen Our Nation: A Narrative and Message Guide

Why Should Government Support the Arts?

Advocacy Tactics

Advocacy vs. Lobbying: An Arts Primer

Three Simple Ways to Advocate for the Arts

Being an Arts Ambassador

Creative Caucuses in State Legislatures

Meetings Matter!

Virtual Advocacy

Research

Return on Investment: Public Arts Funding

Creative Economy State Profiles

Facts & Figures on America's Creative Economy

State Rankings and Funding Trends

Federal, State and Regional Grant Making Facts: Public-Sector Grant Making

State Arts Agency Grant Making Facts: Rural Communities

State Arts Agency Grant Making Facts: Grants by Percentage below Poverty

ArtsEd Search

State Policy

State Legislative Roundup

Communicating about Arts Controversies

The NEA and the States

Who's Who in Government Arts Funding

SAA Dedicated Revenue Strategies Policy Brief

Percent for Art Policy Brief

State Cultural Districts Policy Brief

Ask NASAA for Advocacy Help

Federal Advocacy Guidance

Contact:

Isaac Brown

Legislative Counsel

State Advocacy Guidance

Contact:

Kelly Barsdate

Executive Advisor

Research Assistance

Contact:

Ryan Stubbs

Chief Program and Strategy Officer