Arts Funding

Introducing This Year’s Winner of the Fendrick Theatre Fund, Avye Alexandres

At Arts Services Inc. (ASI), we’re all about the transformative power of the arts and love finding ways to uplift the artists and organizations in our Western New York Community. That’s why we’re proud to administer the David R. Fendrick Theatre Fund, a grant that champions innovative projects and amplifies underrepresented voices in theater. [...]

Introducing This Year’s Winner of the Fendrick Theatre Fund, Avye Alexandres2024-11-04T10:54:20-05:00

Call for Work: Pasteurized Tees seeks Mural Artist

Arts Services Inc. of Western New York (ASI), on behalf of Assemblymember Jon D. Rivera’s Office, Invites artists in all appropriate mediums (2-dimensional and 3-dimensional) from throughout Western New York to submit proposals for an outdoor public art project located outside of the clothing store Hart of Buffalo/Pasteurized Tees. This call is limited to [...]

Call for Work: Pasteurized Tees seeks Mural Artist2024-11-16T14:38:54-05:00

Unlocking Potential: A Guide to ASI’s “Give for Greatness” Grants

Arts Services Inc. is excited to announce the opening of our “Give for Greatness” grant, providing $2,000 in capacity-building support to small and micro nonprofit arts and culture organizations across Western New York. Our goal is to empower you with the resources needed to elevate your organization and maximize your impact. Let’s break down [...]

Unlocking Potential: A Guide to ASI’s “Give for Greatness” Grants2024-09-16T08:42:52-04:00

Call for Work: Mural Artist Needed for Isaías González-Soto Library

Arts Services Inc. of Western New York (ASI), on behalf of Assemblymember Jon D. Rivera’s Office, invites artists in all appropriate mediums (2-dimensional and 3-dimensional) from throughout Western New York to submit proposals for an indoor public art project located inside the Isaías González-Soto Library. This call is limited to artists living within the [...]

Call for Work: Mural Artist Needed for Isaías González-Soto Library2024-11-16T14:39:48-05:00

Bridging the Gap: The Intermediary Role of Arts Services Inc.

In the nonprofit sector, two main types of organizations drive impact: those providing direct services to the public and the intermediaries that support them. These intermediaries, such as capacity builders, professional associations, and funders, play a crucial role in ensuring the success and sustainability of frontline organizations. Arts Services Inc. (ASI) is proud to [...]

Bridging the Gap: The Intermediary Role of Arts Services Inc.2024-08-23T14:21:48-04:00

Announcing the 2024 Creative Impact Fund Recipients!

We are thrilled to announce the recipients of the Creative Impact Fund for 2024! This year, we received an unprecedented number of applications that reflected the incredible enthusiasm, expertise, and artistry within our community. Announcing our grantees is always our favorite time of the year, and we couldn’t be more excited to celebrate the [...]

Announcing the 2024 Creative Impact Fund Recipients!2024-07-29T16:54:46-04:00

Help Shape Our Cultural Future! Join the Erie County Cultural Planning Initiative

Erie County, in collaboration with the Greater Buffalo Cultural Alliance (GBCA), has embarked on a journey to create a Cultural Plan that will elevate our region’s profile and integrate the arts into our daily lives. In 2022, the arts and culture sector in Western New York was a powerhouse of economic activity, with not-for-profit [...]

Help Shape Our Cultural Future! Join the Erie County Cultural Planning Initiative2024-06-14T16:23:39-04:00

Apply to NYSCA’s ‘Support for Artists’ Grant with ASI as Your Fiscal Sponsors

If you’re a creative wizard in need of a fiscal sponsor, look no further than ASI—the gateway to funding your dreams! The New York State Council on the Arts (NYSCA) has recently announced their FY2025 Funding Guidelines which include a round of funding for individual artists of various disciplines. Individual Artists can apply for $10,000 [...]

Apply to NYSCA’s ‘Support for Artists’ Grant with ASI as Your Fiscal Sponsors2024-07-02T11:48:23-04:00

Lawyers for the Arts 2024

On March 23rd, Lawyers for the Arts, now in its 11th year, took place at The Stage in Williamsville, NY. The event was an exceptional blend of legal expertise and artistic expression, where local legal professionals showcased their musical talents. Amid the anticipation, popular legal bands like "The Spin Wires" and "The Bench and [...]

Lawyers for the Arts 20242024-04-10T10:57:22-04:00

Dive into the Creative Impact Fund in 2024!

The Creative Impact Fund serves as a catalyst to enhance state arts funding in the Western New York region. In 2024, individuals seeking assistance have access to three distinct grants. Whereas, non-profit organizations can also benefit from this initiative by applying for the Arts Programming grant.   Arts Programming Grants are designed to promote [...]

Dive into the Creative Impact Fund in 2024!2024-03-24T23:04:08-04:00
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