Assembly for the Arts

08/25/2026

Looking back at last year's Public Officials Recognition Breakfast!

In just one month, we'll gather once again with public officials, arts leaders, artists, and community champions to celebrate the partnerships that make Northeast Ohio's arts and culture sector thrive. Don't miss this opportunity to connect with influential leaders, expand your network, and be part of the conversation shaping our region's creative future.

🎟️ Register today: assemblycle.org/pob/

08/25/2026

There are a couple of spots still left for our digital presence webinar tomorrow!

RSVP here: https://secure.assemblycle.org/nx/portal/neonevents/events?path=%2Fportal%2Fevents%2F49970

(Registrants unable to attend will receive a recording after the session!)

Being a great artist is only half the battle. Being discovered is the other half.

In today's digital world, artists need more than talent alone. A strong online presence can help you connect with new audiences, build your brand, and create more opportunities for your work.

Join us for a practical webinar Aug. 26th designed for artists and creative entrepreneurs. We'll explore:

✨ Artist branding & storytelling
✨ Building a professional online presence
✨ Audience growth & community building
✨ Sustainable digital systems

Your work deserves to be seen.

🔗 Register today: assemblycle.org/events

08/25/2026

It was a joy to help welcome the John Hay and Cleveland School of the Arts students back for a new school year yesterday. We can’t wait to see how these young artists continue to create, inspire, and shape Cleveland’s vibrant arts community!

08/24/2026

🚨 DEADLINE ALERT 🚨

Applications close at 11:59 PM tonight, August 24th. If you're a Cuyahoga County artist, don't let the Boost Fund deadline pass you by! The program offers $1,500 in flexible funding to help advance your creative practice, whether you need materials, equipment, event support, studio expenses, or other artistic resources.

Apply: assemblycle.org/boost/

Tag an artist who needs to see this!

08/22/2026

Congratulations to the artists, curators, and community members behind PLENTITUDE at the Cleveland Foundation in the Fred Bidwell and Laura Bidwell Exhibition Space.

This exhibition beautifully reflects creativity and lived experiences of the AsiaTown community. A special congratulations to Thao Nguyen, the 12 resident collaborators, and curators Leila Khoury and Shelli Reeves for creating such a meaningful and engaging experience.

We were honored to attend the opening and celebrate a project that demonstrates the power of community-driven art and storytelling.

08/21/2026

We’re talking about the story behind Creative Meetups. 🎤

As we celebrate 4 years of community, collaboration + creativity, join us for a special Founders Talk featuring Creative Meetups Founder Alysha Ellis Montgomery, moderated by Sir Evans, Founder of The Superpower Planner.

We’re going back to the beginning — why Creative Meetups was created, the need we saw in Cleveland, what four years of building community has taught us, the impact we’ve seen, and where we’re headed next.

This one is personal. This one is about the journey. And we’re talking about what it really takes to build community that lasts.

📅 September 14th
⏱️5:30–8:30 PM
📍 Breakthrough Sounds

Come celebrate 4 years with us 💜

08/21/2026

Have you applied for the Boost Fund yet? Past Boost Fund recipient Eileen Dorsey, named Best Painter of 2026 by Scene Magazine, appreciated that the award provided her with the freedom to explore her artistic expressions. Now, it's your chance to do the same!

Applications close on Monday, August 24 at 11:59 p.m. Cuyahoga County artists, don't miss your opportunity to receive $1,500 in flexible funding to support your creativity and artistic growth.

Learn more/apply: assemblycle.org/boost

08/18/2026

Being a great artist is only half the battle. Being discovered is the other half.

In today's digital world, artists need more than talent alone. A strong online presence can help you connect with new audiences, build your brand, and create more opportunities for your work.

Join us for a practical webinar Aug. 26th designed for artists and creative entrepreneurs. We'll explore:

✨ Artist branding & storytelling
✨ Building a professional online presence
✨ Audience growth & community building
✨ Sustainable digital systems

Your work deserves to be seen.

🔗 Register today: assemblycle.org/events

08/17/2026

Congratulations to the 2026 Cleveland Arts Prize awardees! We're proud to see Chris Webb and Aimee Lee, two previous Assembly Creative Impact Fund Awardees, receive recognition for their hard work and artistic contributions. Congratulations to all!

Cleveland Arts Prize, cleveland.com

The Cleveland Arts Prize named its 2026 honorees, awarding artists, educators, and philanthropists shaping Northeast Ohio's cultural scene.

08/17/2026

The Boost Fund offers $1,500 grants to Cuyahoga County artists across all creative disciplines. Whether you're planning a project, purchasing equipment, or bringing a new idea to life, this funding can help move your work forward. Learn more and apply today: assemblycle.org/boost/