MAY 2015
A monthly newsletter from the Arizona Commission on the Arts

APPLY NOW FOR PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT GRANT
Professional Development Grants (PDG) are designed to assist Arizona artists, arts administrators and arts educators with funding support for participation in professional development and skills-building activities which contribute to significant professional growth.

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NEA AWARDS GRANTS TO 15 ARIZONA ORGANIZATIONS
On May 6, the National Endowment for the Arts (NEA) made their second major grant announcement of fiscal year 2015. Among those awarded funding in this round of the Art Works grant program were 15 Arizona arts and culture organizations, representing a total investment of $435,000.

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FESTIVAL GRANT APPLICATIONS TO BE REVIEWED ON JUNE 2
Each year, the Arts Commission convenes volunteer panelists from across the state to review applications for its grants to organizations and schools. These meetings are open to the public and offer a prime opportunity for current and prospective applicants to observe the panel review process and learn more about the qualities of successful, competitive grant applications.

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THE WALL: HOW THE ARTS CAN IMPROVE AGING
The Wall with Credits 
Last month, 
Robert Booker, Executive Director of the Arizona Commission on the Arts and Board Chair of Grantmakers in the Arts, attended a  gathering of philanthropists, grantmakers and thought leaders to "explore an asset-based, rather than deficit-based, approach to aging." He returned with this video, which Aroha Philanthropies has generously permitted us to share. 
NEWS

Museum of Northern Arizona Awarded National Medal for Library & Museum Service
The National Medal is the nation's highest honor given to museums and libraries for service to the community. For 21 years, the award has celebrated institutions that present extraordinary and innovative approaches to public service to make a difference for individuals, families and communities.

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Blue Star Museums Offers Free Admission to Military Families at 2000+ Museums Nationwide
A collaboration among the National Endowment for the Arts, Blue Star Families, the Department of Defense and museums across America, Blue Star Museums offers free admission to the nation's service members, including National Guard and Reserve, and their families from Memorial Day through Labor Day 2015. 

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TPAC Calls for 2015 Lumies Nominations
Each year, the Tucson Pima Arts Council (TPAC) partners with Southern Arizona's business, government and arts communities to honor the region's arts luminaries-the individuals, organizations and businesses that make Southern Arizona a wellspring of creative vitality. 

This week TPAC issued an open call for nominations for 2015 honorees.

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25th International Sculpture Conference to be held in Phoenix
The International Sculpture Center will travel to Phoenix, Arizona for its first conference in the American Southwest. Inspired by exploration in art and architecture in desert landscapes, the 25th International Sculpture Conference will bring together artists, arts administrators, curators, patrons, students and sculpture enthusiasts for new discoveries in the field of sculpture.

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FEATURED OPPORTUNITIES
2015 Tucson Meet Yourself Festival
Tucson Meet Yourself is a folklife festival presenting artists & communities that carry on living traditions rooted in a group's own definition of identity, artistry and cultural significance. 
Applications for all forms of participation in Tucson Meet Yourself 2015 are now open.

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Grant Development and Proposal Writing Certificate Program
Need to find funding for your organization? Looking to brush up your grant proposal writing chops? Then ASU Lodestar Center's three-course Grant Development and Proposal Writing Certificate is for you!

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Fellowships Available for Nonprofit Leaders
The Piper Fellows program, designed to strengthen the nonprofit sector, awards up to six fellowships annually to nonprofit leaders in Maricopa County. The fellowships enable executives to design sabbaticals for professional growth and renewal, and each award underwrites up to $30,000 in expenses related to the sabbatical.

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New Webinars | Creative Capital
Taught by highly trained and experienced workshop leaders, successful artists and arts professionals. Full of practical tips and tools, case studies and personal examples from the leader's experience. Webinars are 90 minutes, including lecture and Q&A sessions.

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Western Arts Alliance Annual Conference
Western Arts Alliance convenes presenters, artists and agents around the shared goal of programming live performances. The conference features 175 exhibits, 150+ performances, networking, speakers, classes and workshops.

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Arizona Governor's Conference on Tourism
The Arizona Governor's Conference on Tourism provides valuable networking opportunities, professional development sessions, nationally recognized speakers, a dedicated sponsor exhibit area and the Governor's Tourism Awards Gala.

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Important Dates

June 2Grant Review Panel (Festivals)

June 4 - Deadline: Professional Development Grant

June 25 - Quarterly Commission Meeting

 

 

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