Montana Performing Arts Consortium

06/13/2026

How can performing artists and presenting organizations serve the health and well-being needs of Montana communities? 🎨✨ This month in the Lab, we’re exploring the intersection of performing arts and community wellness. Join us this Thursday, June 18, with Michael Rohd and next Wednesday, June 24, for a session on the Well-Being Concert Model with Carnegie Hall’s Sam Livingston.

Sign up for these FREE workshops at https://www.mtperformingarts.org/connect-learn

06/02/2026

June in the Lab: We’re heading to Helena on June 13 for an in-person Board Fundamentals session—spots are limited, so request yours now.

Later this month, join us virtually for a two-part look at Arts & Wellness: State of Mind with Michael Rohd (June 18) and the Well-Being Concert Model (June 24).

👉Go to https://www.mtperformingarts.org/connect-learn

05/25/2026

📢 Reminder! Our virtual Storytelling Workshop is TOMORROW at 12:00 pm MT. It’s not too late to join us and learn how to amplify your organization's impact through powerful personal narratives. See you there!

Link: https://www.mtperformingarts.org/connect-learn

05/22/2026

⏳ Last chance! Our Storytelling Workshop with Shelby Rogala is this Tuesday. Don’t miss your opportunity to leave with a polished personal story about your organization, ready for your next fundraising appeal or donor meeting.

Link: https://www.mtperformingarts.org/connect-learn

Montana Nonprofit Association

05/22/2026

Montana is at the Creative West Arts Policy Exchange & Stakeholder Gathering this week!
These last couple of days have been packed with sessions and conversations around elevating the arts and arts advocacy in the west. We are excited to have a great MT presence here with Emily Wolfram (MPAC), John Zirkle (Warren Miller Performing Arts Center, CW Trustee), and Kristin Burgoyne (Montana Arts Council). It's been inspiring to spend this time learning from excellent speakers and facilitators alongside our colleagues from the 16 western states and jurisdictions. We've learned so much and we look forward to sharing more soon!

05/20/2026

Big news for Montana arts! 🎭 We’re honored to receive a grant from the National Endowment for the Arts to support our 2026 Conference in Helena and the year-round Connect & Learn Lab!
This investment supports a network of community leaders and arts professionals who work hard to bring amazing creative experiences to all Montana communities. 🏔️✨
Read more about how this public funding makes a deep impact across our state here: https://bit.ly/4wDjfmK.

05/18/2026

Thinking about coming to this year's MPAC conference? 🎭✨
Attending a major industry event is a big step for your career or organization, and we want to help make it as accessible as possible. For our Montana-based individuals and organizatoins, the Montana Arts Council (MAC) offers a Strategic Investment Grant (SIG). This grant is specifically designed to support professional development and market expansion—making it the perfect resource to help cover your travel and registration costs for the Helena conference this October.

📍 Apply for your Montana SIG grant here: https://art.mt.gov/sig

If you're joining us from outside of Montana, don't worry! Most state arts agencies across the country offer similar professional development or travel grants to help individual artists and nonprofit leaders attend regional industry gatherings like ours.
We encourage you to reach out to your home state's agency early to explore their funding cycles!

Montana Arts Council

05/15/2026

05/15/2026

This is a great workshop ARTISTS & AGENTS. Thank you to Ohio Arts Professionals Network for hosting these helpful Tuesday Talks AND sharing! 💙

Join us for our next virtual "Tuesday Talks" with JG Decker () on Tuesday, May 26 at Noon EST.

JG Decker (APAP) will present a practical conversation on why starting with your local and regional consortia matters. From understanding showcasing expectations and tech riders to contracts and managing your tour schedule, this session will help you build the foundation needed to grow strategically—and know when you’re ready for the next stage.

Free for members and non-members. Register here: https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/fx3fWCvFTva2qJ6nxHYqRg

05/13/2026

Ready to level up your nonprofit leadership? 📈 Join us next month for two high-impact sessions with the Montana Nonprofit Association!
May 26: Storytelling Workshop (Virtual) This interactive session equips you with the skills to craft a polished personal story that connects with donors, inspires volunteers, and amplifies your organization's impact.
June 13: Board Fundamentals (In-person, Helena) Hosted during our annual retreat, this hands-on workshop covers board roles and responsibilities, building trust for a productive culture, and the role of storytelling in fundraising.
These sessions are designed specifically for arts and nonprofit leaders across Montana to share peer insights and build practical skills.

Link: https://www.mtperformingarts.org/connect-learn

Montana Nonprofit Association