Additional resources
Beneficial links that support our efforts
For Organizations
CPAC
http://www.cpacbiz.org
The Community Partnership for Arts and Culture (CPAC) is a non-profit arts and culture service agency dedicated to Northeast Ohio’s success by preserving and advancing its arts and culture sector. CPAC works to prove and promote our cultural assets’ extraordinary contributions to our economy, education and quality of life. We help arts and culture prosper by fostering best practices in business development, sound cultural policy and in-depth research.
ArtsMarketing.org
http://www.artsmarketing.org
A project of the Arts & Business Council, this site has a variety of resources regarding arts marketing, research and strategy
The Wallace Foundation
http://www.wallacefoundation.org
A project of the Wallace Foundation, this site focuses on building audience participation in the arts.
Cuyahoga Arts and Culture (CAC)
http://www.cuyahogaartsandculture.com/index.html
Cuyahoga Arts and Culture (CAC) is the entity enabled by Ohio law to distribute the public funds generated from Issue 18. The CAC consists of a three-member board of trustees appointed by the Cuyahoga County Commissioners. An executive director handles the day-to-day responsibilities. The primary business of the CAC is the development, implementation, management and evaluation of grants-making programs to qualifying arts and cultural organizations located in Cuyahoga county.
Please check the CAC website for updates on grants programs and applications.
For Individuals
Crafts Report
http://www.craftsreport.com
A monthly business magazine for the crafts professional.
New York Foundation for the Arts
http://www.nyfa.org
A statewide service organization, NYFA provides national information on grants, residencies, apprenticeships, space, business, legal and health resources.
The Ohio Designer Craftsmen
http://www.ohiocraft.org
The Ohio Designer Craftsmen (ODC) home page. Become an ODC member and receive access to publications, technical and professional workshops, marketing and referrals.
American Craft
http://www.americancraft.com
Managed by the Rosen Group, this site is an arts marketing, publishing and advocacy agency.
Creative Capital
http://www.creative-capital.org
Creative Capital is a New York based non-profit dedicated to supporting individual artists in pursuit of innovation.
Art and Taxes
http://www.artstaxinfo.com
A CPA developed this site, specifically for artists of all disciplines, specifically for taxes.
ArtBizCoach
http://www.ArtBizCoach.com
ArtBizCoach.com is for emerging and established artists searching for promotional assistance.
Taking the Leap
http://www.takingtheleap.com
An online business school geared specifically for artists of all disciplines,
Leveraging Investments in Creativity (LINC)
http://www.lincnet.net
LINC is an organization that strives to improve conditions for artists in all disciplines. LINC's site provides connections to other organizations with the same mission.
Creative Capital Artists Toolbox
http://toolbox.creative-capital.org/index.html
Creative Capital's Artist's Toolbox is a resource-bank for artists that lists recommended career-resource sites. Categories include Arts Advocacy, Career & Life Management, Fellowships & Grants, Legal and Technology issues for artists at any stage of their career.
CAR - Chicago Artists Resource
http://www.chicagoartistsresource.org/
Chicago Artists Resource (CAR) is created by artists for artists. A program of the Chicago Department of Cultural Affairs, CAR strengthens Chicago's Creative Industries through information and community-building.
Artists and organizations in every creative discipline - visual, performing, literary arts - use this website to publicize events and opportunities and to find extensive resources supporting the many facets of being an artist in Chicago and the world.
Artist Link
http://www.artistlink.org/
Artistlink is a new initiative which helps artists, developers and municipalities in the creation and preservation of affordable artist space. Through partnerships with other organizations in New England and across the country, ArtistLink shares best practices and participates in the development and execution of new models of artist assistance.
General Resources
Americans for the Arts
http://ww3.artsusa.org/
RAND
http://www.rand.org/research_areas/arts/
Rand is a non-profit organization specializing in research and has built a substantial site for Arts research, analyzing trends in the industry.
Cultural Policy and the Arts National Data Archive (CPANDA)
http://www.cpanda.org
CPANDA provides research on artists, arts organizations and audiences.
National Endowment for the Arts
http://www.nea.gov
The National Endowment for the Arts website has information and national data ranging form research to health insurance.
Cultural Commons
http://www.culturalcommons.org
The Center for Arts and Culture's site, where one can find arts experts, research and resources.
Service Groups in our Area
Volunteer Lawyers for the Arts - Cleveland
http://www.clemetrobar.org/
c/o the Cleveland Bar Association
113 St. Clair Avenue, Suite 100
Cleveland, OH 44114
216.696.3525
Art House
http://www.arthouseinc.org
Art House, Inc. is a non-profit art center located in historic Brooklyn Centre, founded by local artists and residents who are dedicated to the belief that the arts enrich lives and help create better communities. Art House provides programs for individuals of all ages and visual mediums. Join their Self Employed Artist Network (SEAN)and connect with local artist and receive discounts on programs and professional development.
The Lit
http://www.the-lit.org/
The Lit (formerly Poets' and Writers' League of Greater Cleveland) is a literary organization that promotes and provides business training for writers to supplement their work throughout Northern Ohio. The PWLGC provides workshops, hosts poetry readings, performances amd classes.
Cleveland Theater Collective
http://www.clevelandtheater.com
The Cleveland Theater Collective is a support organization that seeks to ensure Northeastern Ohio's rich tapestry and tradition by supporting individual theater artists and institutions.
The Foundation Center
http://www.fdncenter.org/cleveland
The Foundation Center is a comprehensive resource for information on fundraising. The organization offers classes, information on funders and publications.
Business Volunteers Unlimited (BVU)
http://www.businessvolunteers.org
BVU is a regional non-profit organization that strengthens non-profits by involving thousands of volunteers from the community; engaging hundreds of business executives and professionals on non-profit boards of directors; and providing leading-edge board and management consulting and training services for non-profits.
Project Connect
http://www.infolineinc.org/connect.htm
A project of Akron-Based Info-Line, Project Connect provides technology, resources and consulting for non-profit organizations throughout Northeast Ohio.
The COSE Arts Network
http://www.cosearts.org/
COSE has made its health care and professional development resources more accessible to the arts entrepreneurs of Northeast Ohio. The COSE Arts Network, in partnership with the Community Partnership for Arts and Culture (CPAC), creates an opportunity for the arts and business worlds to intersect through educational and networking events, access to resources and unique promotional opportunities.
The Fashion Designers Guild of Cleveland
www.fashiondesignersguild.org
The Fashion Designers Guild of Cleveland (FDGC) is a professional fashion organization that supports, develops and showcase local designers. FDGC regularly hosts activities, seminars and events for fashion professionals.
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