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Yes, it is for real. Founded in 2000 by Artists For a Work Free America and Vital 5 Productions, The Arbitrary Art Grants were designed to fortify the arts community, and to reinforce the ideology that all people are artists … Continue reading →

Paul Brest and Hal Harvey in the Fenton Report: First, we need to stay focused on the commitments and long-term strategies we have already adopted. Whether we are working to improve the life chances of disadvantaged children, mitigate the catastrophic … Continue reading →

Artist Trust has just released this unique survey of over 700 artists in Washington state. Hear their stories in their own voices. How are artists managing in this economy? We wanted to know, so from March 15 to April 15, … Continue reading →

Thoughtful comments of Andrew Taylor of The Artful Manager and the Bolz Center for Arts Administration on the topic of mergers and one funder’s innovative approach. Read More

What is not discussed in the report is as revealing as what is. Download the Report

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If you don’t regularly read White Courtesy Telephone, you might want to add it to your bloglist. I understand, however, that behind each of these exhortations lies a beating heart. Behind the plea to give more to the poor is … Continue reading →

A variety of voices from the Council of Foundations Conference and beyond are discussing ideas raised at the conference. Join the Conversation

The Wallace Foundation has announced grants totaling $6.35 million to support three nonprofits to increase access to high-quality learning. “A focus on high-quality out-of-school time programs in cities and states across the country is gaining momentum, and these grants are … Continue reading →

PACE invites members and network affiliates to Civic Engagement and the Arts, a webinar offered in cooperation with Americans for the Arts on Friday, May 8, 12:00 – 1:00 p.m. (Eastern). The webinar shares highlights and recommendations from the 2008 … Continue reading →