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Disasters, both natural and human-made, are becoming a consistent reality across the US, and arts organizations are not immune. Arts organizations are also uniquely positioned to lead preparedness efforts along with emergency management services because they are trusted community resources…

To help the arts and cultural sectors take an active role in disaster preparedness, here are practical guides and resources designed to support readiness in your community. In 2023, the US experienced its fourth consecutive year with “18 or more…

The arts community is uniquely positioned to drive change in disaster preparedness.   Why? Because artists and arts organizations are trusted voices within communities. When disasters strike, the arts are essential not just for recovery but for sustaining the cultural…

Artists, arts leaders, educators, and funders from across the United States are invited to expand their creative circle at the annual 2025 Artists Thrive Summit in Kansas City, Missouri, May 6–8, 2025.  This event offers a powerful networking hub to…

Artist INC Live Kansas City 2022 There’s more than one way to be an artist. But while creative practices and techniques run the gamut, tried and true business skills can help artists of all disciplines make a living. That’s where…

July–September 2025 Crossroads Artboards, Kati Toivanen, Chimera (image proposal)   Have you heard? The artists for the 2025-2026 Crossroads Artboards have been announced!   Mid-America Arts Alliance is honored to partner with Crossroads Community Association and Charlotte Street to support this public art program.…

Originally published May 3, 2024, and updated in July and November 2024. In 2024, devastating tornadoes swept through our region. In July, we have experienced the destructive path of Hurricane Beryl. Our friends and colleagues experienced devastation with Hurricane Helene…

Jocelyn Nguyen in her short film New Hollywood. Image still courtesy of the artist. This story shares personal experiences of domestic violence. If you are experiencing domestic violence, or know someone who is, please see the resources at the end…

Join us on October 28 for WorkShare, an exciting virtual showcase by the fifth cohort of Artist Leadership Fellows. The participating fellows come from a wide range of artistic backgrounds and are working on impactful projects that enrich communities and…

Leaders of color often feel isolated and overburdened by the demands of their work, especially when it involves navigating systemic inequities.  The National Leaders of Color Fellowship (LoCF) aims to address those concerns. The fellowship is more than a professional development…

M-AAA awarded a total of $184,000 to artists and arts organizations in its six-state region.   Artists and arts organizations across six states received a total of $184,000 through the annual Mid-America Arts Alliance (M-AAA) Artistic Innovations grant program. Through…

Artists 360 to Award $300,000 in Grants to Northwest Arkansas Artists Applications for the seventh cohort of Artists 360, a program of Mid-America Arts Alliance (M-AAA), are open with more funding, peer networking, and professional development, thanks to increased funding…