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From Houston to Hollywood: How Artist INC Elevated My Life and Art
Find Out MoreJocelyn 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…
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Mid-America Arts Alliance Welcomes Deborah McNulty as Senior Vice President
Find Out MoreMid-America Arts Alliance (M-AAA) is delighted to announce the appointment of Deborah McNulty as its new senior vice president. In this role, Deborah will work with M-AAA’s leadership team to create, expand, and amplify programs that strengthen and support…
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Culture of Health-Advancing Together (CHAT) joins Mid-America Arts Alliance
Find Out MoreSupporting Immigrant and Refugee Populations through Art and Community Health As a major port of entry into the United States, Houston, Texas has a large immigrant and refugee community. Over 90 languages are spoken in the city and immigrants compose…
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Arts Connect Houston appoints Jack McBride as Executive Director
Find Out MoreArts Connect Houston (ACH), a partner organization of Mid-America Arts Alliance, announced today that Jack McBride will serve as its new executive director. In this position, McBride will identify strategic alignments and opportunities to expand access to arts education for…
$5 Million in ARPA Funding Invested in Houston
Find Out MoreFour months following approval by Houston City Council, 62 Houston arts and cultural organizations learned that their requested funding, up to $100,000, was approved. The Mayor’s Office of Cultural Affairs (MOCA) was able to accomplish this effort in collaboration with…
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Information Session: Houston Arts and Cultural Stabilization Grant
Find Out MoreInformation Session about the Houston Arts and Cultural Stabilization Grant opportunity In this information session, grant administrators will review the application process and grant details. Participants will have the opportunity to ask questions. Tuesday, June 13, 2023, at 3:00 p.m.…
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Deadline Extended for the Houston Arts and Cultural Stabilization Grant Program
Find Out MoreDeadline extended! Submit by July 10, 2023 at 11:59 p.m. Mayor Turner and City Council Approve $5 Million Investment of American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) Funds for the Arts Sector in Houston, Texas Houston’s Mayor Sylvester Turner announced a $5…
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M-AAA Announces $1.66 Million for Engage Houston
Find Out MoreMid-America Arts Alliance (M-AAA) is pleased to partner with Houston Endowment in support of a third round of Engage Houston, a professional development program serving small and midsize arts and culture organizations. Engage offers training in governance, finance, fundraising, and…
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