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Member News and NASAA Resources

Council Member Meet-n-Greet Don’t miss a special virtual gathering exclusively for state arts agency chairs and council/board members on Friday, August 12, from 2:00 – 3:00 p.m. Eastern. Connect with your colleagues from across the country to discuss trends facing state arts agencies, explore advocacy strategies and find out more about what’s in store at […]

Rhode Island: General Operating Support Grants

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Rhode Island State Council on the Arts (RISCA) has been redesigning its grant programs to foster more equitable grant processes and funding outcomes. As part of this redesign, RISCA has announced significant changes to its grant programs serving organizations and artists. General operating support (GOS) grants are flexible funding grants that allow entities to pursue […]

Pandemic Lessons to Keep … and Toss

I was invited to speak at this year’s South Dakota Arts Conference, presented last month by Arts South Dakota and the South Dakota Arts Council. I was excited to join South Dakota Arts Council Executive Director Patrick Baker and Chair Mary Bordeaux at their first in-person convening since the pandemic. Following are my remarks. Hello […]

Reading That’s Inspiring Me

Reading powers us personally and professionally, and I’m always appreciative of the opportunity to pick up something new to read. Below I’m pleased to share what’s within arm’s reach for me these days; they’re providing ample food for thought and inspiration. Perhaps one will wind up on your reading list. How to Lead When Your […]

NASAA 2022 Learning Series

Colleagues from many states and jurisdictions gathered for professional development sessions designed for the current needs of state arts agencies during the NASAA 2022 Learning Series. Participants explored subjects relevant to equity, recovery, arts and health, and more. Sessions offered state arts agencies a valuable opportunity to learn with and from one another, sharing an […]

NASAA 2022 Learning Series

Colleagues from many states and jurisdictions gathered for professional development sessions designed for the current needs of state arts agencies during the NASAA 2022 Learning Series. Participants explored subjects relevant to equity, recovery, arts and health, and more. Sessions offered state arts agencies a valuable opportunity to learn with and from one another, sharing an […]