1. Write an Op-ed in your local newspaper

Writing a letter to the editor of a local newspaper is a quick, simple and free method of raising the public’s awareness on a topic.

•   Write an article about the impact of arts, culture and creativity in your community.

•   Use data, tell a compelling impact story.

•   Check out these Op-Ed tips.

2. Share your Arts Impact Story

•   Submit your story, narrative, a link to an article or blog post, a work of art or a video illustrating
how the arts have impacted you or your community and help us build our case.  Learn More

3. Bring Arts, Culture & Creativity Month to your community   

•   Advocate in your county by designating April as the new Arts, Culture & Creativity Month using our downloadable Proclamation.

•   Ask performing arts or public venues to include ACCM in their curtain speeches.

•   Piggyback on an existing event to raise awareness of Arts, Culture, & Creativity Month.

•   Submit your event to Californians for the Arts for ACCM partnership consideration.

•  Include ACCM logo on existing events and show your participation for arts advocacy!

4. Organize visits to your local district offices

April 11-20 legislature is in recess. That is great time to visit them them in their district offices!

5. Spread the word

•  Make the leap from arts supporter to arts activist and facilitate groups to attend
Arts, Culture  and Creativity Advocacy Day in Sacramento on April 23rd.

•  Educate your network on ACCM’s mission and and share our sponsorship opportunities
with like-minded organizations in your area.

6. Stage a Public Action

•   Gather in front of your city hall, county office or other public space to celebrate the arts.

•   Parade to highlight the success of arts in your community.

•   Organize an educational workshop or lecture to education your community on art’s impact.

•   Recognize your local legislator.

7. Attend an Arts Advocacy Training

Attend one of our free public Arts Advocacy Trainings in March. Trainings will be held across the state throughout the month of March. See below for an Arts Advocacy Training in a city near you.