Empowering community through art

Mid-America Arts Alliance (M-AAA) believes art can be a catalyst for expression, connection, collaboration, and community. This philosophy is reflected in our mission and values.

M-AAA is a nonprofit, regional arts organization representing Arkansas, Kansas, Missouri, Nebraska, Oklahoma, Texas, and beyond. We focus on strengthening communities and improving lives by supporting artists, elevating arts organizations, and connecting people to extraordinary cultural experiences.

Our Mission

M-AAA strengthens and supports artists, cultural organizations, and communities throughout the region and beyond.

Our Vision

More art for more people.

Our Values

Mid-America affirms the following values, and commits to embracing and holding ourselves accountable to these principles in all of our work:

• Freedom of cultural and creative expression is fundamental to humanity.
• The arts and humanities encourage empathy and further the understanding of diverse cultures and traditions.
• Collaborations and partnerships leverage creativity, resources, and experience to expand possibilities.
• Thriving arts communities contribute to prosperous, successful societies.
• Service to the arts ecosystem of the region is infused with innate curiosity and a creative approach to innovation, within an environment that allows for risk taking and ongoing learning.
• Commitment to equitable policies, inclusive practices, and celebration of the rich diversity of our region permeate our organizational structure and our service to the region.