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Now Hiring: Arts Learning Coordinator

The Arizona Commission on the Arts is seeking applicants for the position of Arts Learning Coordinator. The Arts Learning Coordinator assists with the development of and coordinates the agency’s Arts Learning grants, programs, and initiatives.

State Invests $2.4 Million in Nonprofit Arts & Culture Sector

A one-time investment of $2 million in support of Arizona’s arts & culture sector is reaching communities throughout the state with today’s announcement of grants awarded to nonprofit organizations, festivals, and arts learning programs. On September 4, 2024, the Arizona Commission on the Arts, an agency of the State of Arizona, announced 369 grant awards… Read more »

Meet the 2024-25 AZ Youth Arts Council

We are proud to introduce the 15 exceptional young people who will serve on our 2024-25 AZ Youth Arts Council! Established in 2019, the AZ Youth Arts Council advises the Arts Commission on grant programs and initiatives that directly affect young people.

2025 Arizona Poetry Out Loud: School Registration Now Open

Registration is now open for 2025 Arizona Poetry Out Loud! Once registered, participating teachers/schools are supported with coaching opportunities from experienced coaches and with free digital classroom materials augmenting their regular poetry curriculum with poetry recitation and a classroom-level competition!

Arizona Commission on the Arts, Arizona’s State Arts Agency

An agency of the State of Arizona, the Arizona Commission on the Arts provides grants, programs, services and leadership in support of the arts and arts learning programs. In partnership with arts organizations, schools, festivals and individual artists, we endeavor to celebrate Arizona’s diverse communities and rich cultural traditions, inspire creativity, grow local economies and enhance quality of life for all Arizonans.

ARTISTS

The Arizona Commission on the Arts provides a wealth of programs and services to support the work of individual artists practicing in all creative disciplines across Arizona.

ARTS LEARNING

The Arizona Commission on the Arts provides a variety of programs, resources and tools in support of lifelong learning in, through and about the arts.

ORGANIZATIONS

Organizations look to the Arizona Commission on the Arts for funding opportunities, research materials, consultant services and personalized service from professional staff.

Arts Education Data Explorer

With intuitive controls and myriad visualization options, the Arts Education Data Explorer allows users to venture deep into the state’s arts education data.

Grants

Awarding grants to arts organizations and schools is at the center of the Arizona Commission on the Arts’ service. In this effort grant applicants are our partners, providing direct arts experiences throughout Arizona.

SMU DataArts

DataArts is a nonprofit organization that empowers the arts and cultural sector with high-quality data and resources in order to strengthen its vitality, performance, and public impact.

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Arizona Commission on the Arts

4 weeks ago

We're very excited to welcome a new addition to our team! Joanna Mia Valenzuela will join us for the next several months as a Special Projects Coordinator through the Public Ally program administered by ASU Lodestar Center for Philanthropy and Nonprofit Innovation. Part of her work with the agency will be supporting our social media presence, so watch this space for more from Joanna in the coming months! ... See MoreSee Less

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Arizona Commission on the Arts

2 months ago

We are proud to introduce the 15 exceptional young people who will serve on our 2024-25 AZ Youth Arts Council! This year's council includes young leaders from Ajo, Chandler, Flagstaff, Globe, Kayente, Kingman, Phoenix, Prescott, Somerton, Tempe, Tucson, and Yuma!Established in 2019, the AZ Youth Arts Council advises the Arts Commission on grant programs and initiatives that directly affect young people. As they do so over the next 9 months, they will review issues related to arts and culture programs and services for young people and learn about policy related to equal access to the arts for all young people in Arizona. ... See MoreSee Less

Meet the 2024-25 AZ Youth Arts Council - Arizona Commission on the Arts

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We are proud to introduce the 15 exceptional young people who will serve on our 2024-25 AZ Youth Arts Council! Established in 2019, the AZ Youth Arts Council advises the Arts Commission on grant progr...

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Arizona Commission on the Arts

2 months ago

The Arizona Commission on the Arts will be in Oracle on Saturday, October 4 for a grants info session and workshop. Join us at Triangle L Ranch from 1:00 - 3:00 pm to learn about grant opportunities for arts learning programs, arts festivals, and professional development, followed by a detailed information session and mock review panel to give you insider-insights into what makes a successful grant application! ... See MoreSee Less

Grants Info Session and Workshop in Oracle - Arizona Commission on the Arts

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On Saturday, October 4, 2024, the Arizona Commission on the Arts will be at Triangle L Art Ranch in Oracle for a free grants info session and workshop.

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