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The arts and culture sector thrives on creativity, vision, and passion. However, the demands of leadership, sustainability, and navigating an ever-evolving landscape can be overwhelming. That’s why Mid-America Arts Alliance (M-AAA) is launching a new, three-part virtual workshop series designed…

In today’s fast-paced and interconnected world, organizations must be prepared to navigate crises effectively. This free virtual workshop will provide participants with the essential tools and strategies needed to develop a strong crisis communications plan.

Successful fundraising is essential for nonprofit organizations to sustain and grow their impact. In this free virtual workshop, participants will learn practical strategies, best practices, and innovative approaches to cultivate donor relationships, diversify revenue streams, and enhance fundraising effectiveness.

Stress is an unavoidable part of leadership, but when left unaddressed, it can hinder decision-making, creativity, and overall well-being. In this free virtual workshop, participants will learn methods of managing organizational sustainability and burnout. 

Essentials, a program of Mid-America Arts Alliance, is an introductory workshop focused on key capacity building topics. Workshop Topic: Strengthening Your Community Engagement with Caleb Fjone. This workshop will explore effective strategies to deepen community engagement, foster meaningful relationships, and amplify your organization’s mission. Participants will learn how to leverage partnerships and develop programs that serve their communities. Through interactive discussion and shared learning, attendees will gain practical insights into assessing community needs, building trust, and creating initiatives that encourage long-term involvement.

Essentials, a program of Mid-America Arts Alliance, is an introductory workshop focused on key capacity building topics. Workshop Topic: Diversifying Your Revenue Streams with Becky Boesen. This workshop will explore strategies to diversify revenue streams, ensuring long-term sustainability and growth. Participants will gain insights into earned income opportunities, individual giving, corporate partnerships, grant funding, and crowdfunding.

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…

Six arts leaders of color will represent the M-AAA region in the third cohort of the National Leaders of Color Fellowship. Recognized for their leadership, Victoria Botero, Ashley Hoskins, EunKyung Jeong, Alajia McKizia, Andi Meyer, and Melissa Mitchell are shaping…

An annual report can be more than a summary of the year’s accomplishments or a pie chart of financial data.  Annual reports—or “impact reports,” as M-AAA prefers to call ours—are a powerful tool for showcasing your organization’s mission and values…

Mid-America Arts Alliance is delighted to announce the promotion of Tabitha Dunham to the position of director of development. Tabitha will now lead M-AAA’s development team, helping further strengthen our relationships with private donors, foundations, and other partners. We are…