advocacy

Arts education strengthens literacy, develops a globally competitive workforce, and nutures engaged learners.

art reaches all learners
ART BUILDS THE BRAIN
ART TEACHES 21ST CENTURY SKILLS
ART EDUCATION IMPROVES ACADEMIC PERFORMANCE
ART KEEPS KIDS IN SCHOOL

Additional Resources

NAEA Advocacy Resources

Have your voice heard in your backyard and on Capitol Hill. As professional art educators, we know and understand the essential value that visual arts education holds for learners. But do others know and understand? Your school leaders? Parents? Your elected representatives? School Board members? Your local media? Who needs to hear your voice? What are the critical legislative issues affecting art education? It's time we bring our knowledge and our voice to art education advocacy!

Grant Tips and scholarships

Find additional grant opportunities, tips for writing grants and securing funds, scholarship opportunities, and resources for students.

Lakes Region Arts Council Grant Opportunities

LRAC offers a variety of grants for individuals, nonprofits, and public entities. The funding for these grants is provided from a variety of sources, including a general appropriation from the Minnesota State Legislature, Minnesota’s Arts and Cultural Heritage Fund, and McKnight Foundation.