Creative West

The National Endowment for the Arts (NEA) has announced funding for nine inspiring projects that use arts and culture to address vital issues like social connection, belonging, and mental health. Each organization will receive a $150,000 grant, totaling $1.35 million in funding! 🙌 We're thrilled to see Oregon-based Open Signal among the grantees! They’ll be working with community youth to create media production workshops focused on mental health issues — amplifying young voices and fostering connection through creativity. 🎥✨

We are thrilled to introduce this incredible group of changemakers, visionaries, and trailblazers who are leading their communities with creativity and purpose. ✨ Representing all 16 Western states and Pacific Jurisdictions, each Fellow brings a unique voice, perspective, and passion. Curious to meet them? Head over to https://ow.ly/fkTn50UtIBo to learn more.

🎄❄️Happy Holidays from all of us at Creative West!❄️🎄 We will be taking a break to spend time with our loved ones this holiday season. Our office will be closed from December 24 to January 1. Thank you for being a part of our community. Wishing you a season filled with love, peace, and a little holiday magic! #HappyHolidays

Meet the 2024-25 cohort of the National Leaders of Color Fellowship (LoCF) program! 🌟 Fifty-five inspirational leaders from communities nationwide will take part in this transformative eight-month leadership development program. Designed to elevate multicultural leadership in the creative and cultural sector, the program offers an incredible opportunity to deepen understanding of anti-racist, culturally-oriented leadership practices. Curated by Creative West in partnership with the five US Regional Arts Organizations (Arts Midwest, Mid-America Arts Alliance, Mid Atlantic Arts New England Foundation for the Arts, and South Arts), this no-cost program takes place online, connecting fellows with field specialists, strategic learning, and a national network of changemakers. Upon program completion, fellows transition to active alumni roles, collaborating with their RAO as advisors, funding panelists, and more! 🎉 Congratulations to the 2024-25 #LoCF cohort!

Reminder Alert! Don't miss our "Capacity Building Webinar: Community Outreach with Anika Tené" on December 4 at 3 p.m. MST! This is your chance to dive into impactful strategies for community engagement, guided by our expert Anika Tené. Secure your spot by RSVPing today and we can’t wait to see you there! https://lnkd.in/gjdfpif4 Be sure to check out our upcoming webinars, there’s way more to come in this series! #CommunityOutreach #CreativeWestWebinars

The Creative West region is home to the nation’s most diverse and populous Indigenous communities found throughout America. Across 13 states and 3 jurisdictions, Creative West is proud to support our region’s Native American, Native Alaskan, Native Hawaiian, Chumarro, Marianian, and Samoan communities. #CreativeWest

Here at Creative West, we're feeling extra thankful this season — for you! 🍂✨ Your support means the world to us, and we couldn’t do what we do without you. We're taking a little break to recharge with family and friends, so our office will be closed on Nov. 28 and 29. We'll be back Monday, Dec. 2. Wishing you a warm, peaceful holiday 🧡 #CreativeWest

Join us on Dec. 4 at 3 p.m. MST for a "Capacity Building Webinar: Community Outreach with Anika Tené." Learn powerful strategies to enhance your community engagement efforts! RSVP today to secure your spot and take your outreach skills to the next level! 👉: https://ow.ly/iqNu50Uf2Rm #CommunityOutreach #CreativeWestWebinars

The Roswell Museum (in Roswell, NM) has been devastated by a catastrophic flood, with waters reaching up to six feet high, damaging collections, artworks, and the facility. The museum is now closed for an extensive recovery process, and your support is crucial as they embark on the journey to rebuild. Please consider donating to support their efforts in restoring the museum's exhibitions, programs, and educational offerings, or help us spread the word by sharing this message. Visit their website to donate or learn how to get involved: https://ow.ly/3ER350U1LKm Thank you for your support and compassion. #SupportRoswellMuseum

Applications are open for the NEA Big Read, a national program that offers matching grants of up to $20,000 to support community-wide reading programs. A new theme is being introduced this year, "Our Nature: How Our Physical Environment Can Lead Us to Seek Hope, Courage, and Connection." The 22 books that applicants can choose to program all explore our relationship with the physical environment.