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Artists, nonprofit leaders, educators among new cohort of ECCF Creative County ChangeMakers
Artists, nonprofit leaders, and educators among the new cohort of ECCF Creative County ChangeMakers Danvers, MA — Essex County Community Foundation’s investment in a growing group of creative leaders supports a more inclusive and sustainable regional arts and culture...
Unleashing Musical Talent: NMYO’s Symphonic Summer Sessions in Topsfield
Unleashing Musical Talent: NMYO's Symphonic Summer Sessions in Topsfield This summer, the Northeast Massachusetts Youth Orchestras (NMYO) is excited to announce its fourth annual Symphonic Summer Sessions, held from July 29 to August 2, 2024, at the scenic Trinity...
Moving the Needle on Systems Change in Arts Philanthropy
Moving the Needle on Systems Change in Arts Philanthropy ResearchArticle Lisa Payne Simon, MPH, Stratton Lloyd, MBA, and Karen Ristuben The field of place-based arts philanthropy is at an inflection point. Place-based foundations are being asked to lead and do more to...
ECCF, MVPC Welcome New Merrimack Valley Arts & Culture Specialist
ECCF, MVPC Welcome New Merrimack Valley Arts & Culture Specialist News & Announcements | Press Release Haverhill resident Jenny Arndt to lead critical efforts to strengthen the creative sector One month into her new Merrimack Valley Arts & Culture...
ECCF’s Creative County ChangeMakers program graduates 11 Creative Leaders
Lawrence, MA – Eleven artists, municipal leaders, and creative business owners graduated on Oct. 26 from Essex County Community Foundation’s Creative County ChangeMakers program. The eight-month leadership support program – which includes facilitated and project-based...
Cape Ann Plein Air Unveils Exciting Plans for Its 7th Annual Festival and Sale
Cape Ann Plein Air (CAPA) is thrilled to announce its highly anticipated 7th Annual Festival and Sale, taking place October 8 -15. This week-long celebration of art will gather 37 nationally and internationally acclaimed outdoor painters who will capture the scenic...