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NASAA is the nonpartisan membership organization that unites, represents and serves the nation's state and jurisdictional arts agencies.

NASAA's mission is to strengthen state arts agencies. The National Assembly of State Arts Agencies (NASAA) is a nonprofit, nonpartisan organization serving the nation's 56 state and jurisdictional arts councils. Arts and creativity strengthen America. They help people and places to thrive by growing our economy, fortifying our well-being, driving educational success and connecting us to each other. State arts agencies ensure that all communities—including rural regions and economically distressed areas—have access to these positive impacts of the arts. NASAA, in turn, strengthens state arts agencies, equipping them with tools they use to serve the public. We serve as a data clearinghouse and conduct research about public funding for the arts as well as the policies and programs of state arts agencies.

09/14/2026

𝗧𝗼𝗺𝗼𝗿𝗿𝗼𝘄 𝗶𝘀 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗿𝗲𝗴𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗱𝗲𝗮𝗱𝗹𝗶𝗻𝗲 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗡𝗔𝗦𝗔𝗔 𝗔𝘀𝘀𝗲𝗺𝗯𝗹𝘆 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟲!

State and jurisdictional arts agency leaders, join colleagues from across the country October 7–9 in Washington, D.C., for three days of connection, conversation and learning.

𝘾𝙤𝙢𝙚 𝙛𝙤𝙧 𝙩𝙝𝙚 𝙘𝙖𝙢𝙖𝙧𝙖𝙙𝙚𝙧𝙞𝙚. 𝙇𝙚𝙖𝙫𝙚 𝙬𝙞𝙩𝙝 𝙡𝙞𝙛𝙚𝙡𝙤𝙣𝙜 𝙡𝙚𝙖𝙧𝙣𝙞𝙣𝙜.

From meaningful peer exchanges to new ideas and lasting professional relationships, Assembly is a chance to reconnect with the people and purpose that strengthen our field.

Hosted by the DC Commission on the Arts and Humanities.

Register by tomorrow! https://bit.ly/4yzYubo

09/10/2026

The federal-state partnership matters. As Congress continues work on FY2027 appropriations, the National Endowment for the Arts remains an important part of a federal-state partnership that brings arts funding to communities across the country.

A new continuing resolution extends federal funding through December 11. It also temporarily prevents proposed changes to governmentwide grant rules that would give senior political appointees a greater role in reviewing discretionary federal grants.

There is more work ahead. While the measure provides temporary stability, it does not resolve the larger FY2027 funding debate. Visit NASAA’s federal and legislative updates for the latest information and advocacy resources. https://bit.ly/4xMv35X

09/08/2026

The September issue of NASAA’s newsletter is here! Inside, you’ll find:

• A look ahead to NASAA Assembly 2026 next month and the power of connecting with colleagues in person
• How New Jersey State Council on the Arts and North Dakota Council on the Arts are using the arts to support youth involved with the juvenile justice system
• The latest legislative update from D.C., including what’s next in the debate over NEA funding
• NASAA's partnership with ADC Consulting to research arts service organizations across the country
• A look at the state of the nonprofit sector and resources to help you make the most of your time at Assembly

Read the September newsletter and stay connected to what’s happening across the field. https://bit.ly/4xNXdh8

09/01/2026

Arts service organizations (A*Os) are essential connective tissue within the arts ecosystem and understanding their work helps strengthen the entire field.

NASAA is supporting the 2026 National A*O Survey and encourages state and jurisdictional arts agencies and other arts organizations to help spread the word. If A*Os are part of your network, encourage them to participate!

Access the survey at www.consultingadc.com/2026nationalasosurvey

08/26/2026

NASAA supports 56 state and jurisdictional arts agencies, where arts education is a top priority. Why does arts education matter? Hear from NASAA Chief Program and Strategy Officer Ryan Stubbs on the impact of arts education and its importance to communities across the country.

Thank you to the Music Impact Coalition for this video and spotlighting NASAA’s work and helping elevate the importance of arts education! https://bit.ly/4zuZNd4

08/24/2026

𝙏𝙝𝙚 𝙖𝙧𝙩𝙨 𝙝𝙖𝙫𝙚 𝙖𝙣 𝙞𝙢𝙥𝙤𝙧𝙩𝙖𝙣𝙩 𝙧𝙤𝙡𝙚 𝙩𝙤 𝙥𝙡𝙖𝙮 𝙞𝙣 𝙝𝙚𝙡𝙥𝙞𝙣𝙜 𝙪𝙨 𝙖𝙜𝙚 𝙬𝙚𝙡𝙡.

Earlier this year, E.A. Michelson Philanthropy released an engaging and entertaining video featuring Ted Danson, who brings warmth and humor to evidence-backed insights about creativity and aging well.

The video complements a recent report from NASAA and the National Endowment for the Arts highlighting the important role of the arts in supporting health and well-being as we age.

Thank you to E.A. Michelson Philanthropy for funding this important research and helping elevate the conversation about the vital role of creativity and the arts in aging well.

Watch the video for Danson’s take on why staying creative, curious and connected may be one of the best ways to age well. https://bit.ly/4gqOThf

08/19/2026

Congress has recessed for August, which means your elected officials are back in their home states and districts meeting with constituents and visiting communities.

That makes the coming weeks a valuable opportunity to advocate for the arts.

Reach out to your senators and representatives. Share the impact of the arts in your community, highlight the work happening in your state, and explain why continued federal support for the NEA matters.

Better yet, invite your elected officials or their staff to experience the arts firsthand at a performance, exhibition or other local event.

Visit the NASAA website for advocacy talking points in the latest issue of our NASAA Notes newsletter. https://bit.ly/4cHl7lN

08/11/2026

The newest edition of 𝗡𝗔𝗦𝗔𝗔 𝗡𝗢𝗧𝗘𝗦 is here!

The new issue of NASAA NOTES features important advocacy and legislative updates, along with highlights of innovative arts education initiatives in American Samoa, Vermont, and Washington—plus more news, insights, and resources from the state arts agency field.

Read the latest NASAA NOTES and catch up on what’s happening across the field. https://bit.ly/4i2OIJY

08/05/2026

New research from SMU DataArts highlights the role of public investment in shaping arts sector outcomes. The findings strengthen the case for public funding as an investment in public value — not simply a subsidy — with cities that sustained or grew local arts investment showing stronger sector outcomes.

The message is clear: cities that sustain investment, adapt to changing conditions and actively support a diverse mix of organizations are demonstrating that stronger, more resilient cultural ecosystems are achievable.

Read the complete report: https://bit.ly/4w6joNJ

07/29/2026

NASAA's FY2027 State Arts Agency Legislative Appropriations Preview is now available.

State arts agencies are projected to receive $676.2 million in FY2027—a 2.5% increase over FY2026, with baseline support up 1.3%. While the national outlook remains relatively steady, the story varies significantly from state to state, with some agencies seeing notable gains and others facing substantial reductions.

Explore the latest data and what it means for state arts funding. Read the full report on the NASAA website. https://bit.ly/4hymYwA

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