In addition to the wide range of ASC-sponsored workshops and training opportunities, there are also many other local, regional and national providers whose offerings may be of interest.

To help share these opportunities with others, ASC sends a WorkshOpportunities E-blast once a month which lists upcoming workshops, training and funding opportunities. If you would like to be added to the distribution list, please email This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it .

This page is an online version of that E-blast that is updated more frequently. Check back here for the latest information on upcoming workshop, training and funding opportunities for cultural organizations and creative individuals.

Resources & Opportunities for Organizations

Resources & Opportunities for Individuals


Resources & Opportunities for Organizations

($$) - Funding Opportunity
(W) - Workshop/Training Opportunity
(M) - Misc (Community Partnerships, etc)

(M) National Arts Index Available for Download
Americans for the Arts released its new National Arts Index. This report represents a major milestone for arts in America. Never before has there been a single and annually produced measure of the health and vitality of the arts in America. This report covers an 11-year period, from 1998 to 2008.

(W) Philanthropy Journal Webinars
Philanthropy Journal webinars deliver the expertise of nonprofit leaders directly to your phone and desktop, giving you easy access to knowledge and advice you can use to do your job better. All webinars begin at 1pm Eastern time and end by 2pm
September 14 - Engaging your board for community impact
October 12 - Recession-proof fundraising
OR...click here for Webinar Archive

(W) Healthy Community Institute for Nonprofit Excellence
The Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina Foundation offers this annual capacity building training (estimated value of $2,500 per organization) at no charge to participants. You are only responsible for your transportation, lodging and parking fees. Please note, only 50 organizations are accepted and registrations are processed on a first-come, first-served basis. Therefore, early registration is recommended. Click the link above for additional information and the link to registration. If you have questions, please do not hesitate to contact Jill Mallatratt at 919.765.7347 or This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it . Registration deadline: September 24.

(W) Nonprofits in a New Reality: 2010 Conference & Public Policy Forum for North Carolina's Nonprofit Sector
September 29-30 - Research Triangle
Two days packed with new ideas, timely information, and great networking! The conference includes in-depth Wednesday workshops, a Keynote Session by Governor Beverly Perdue, three rounds of concurrent sessions, Lunch with Grantmakers, Executive Director/CEO Forum, Curbside Consultants, The Nonprofit Marketplace, the U.S. Senate Candidates' Forum, and more!

($$) Mr. Holland's Opus Foundation Offers Instruments for School Music Programs
The Mr. Holland's Opus Foundation donates both new and refurbished instruments to school and after-school music programs in the United States that lack the resources to keep up with equipment loss due to attrition, depreciation, and wear over time, and to accommodate students on waiting lists or who have to share instruments. The foundation funds instrument repair and the acquisition of new instruments. It does not provide cash grants. Priority is given to music programs serving low-income communities, programs with little or no budget for musical instruments, and music programs that serve the most students out of the school population. Applications are made available by invitation only. Potential applicants must first submit an online pre-qualification form to be considered for an invitation. Pre-qualification forms will be available at the foundation's Web site until October 1, 2010. For those invited to apply, the application deadline is November 1, 2010. Awarded programs will receive instrument donations in time for the 2011/12 school year.

(W) National Arts Marketing Conference
San Jose, CA, November 12-15, 2010
From new preconferences geared just for you to workshops on technology, revenue generation, and audience engagement, this year's NAMP Conference covers everything you need to know to help your organization thrive. Join us to learn how you can capitalize on new opportunities and connect with hundreds of colleagues and peers.

(M) Free Help for N.C. Center for Nonprofits Members
If you are a member of the N.C. Center for Nonprofits, you can access free assistance from attorneys, CPAs, Human Resource and Marketing professionals across the state. Consultations last from one to two hours based on the area of expertise.

 
Resources & Opportunities for Individuals

($$) - Funding Opportunity
(W) - Workshop/Training Opportunity
(M) - Misc. (Calls to Artists, Space, Partnerships, etc)

Click here for an extensive listing of Artist Opportunities from the North Carolina Arts Council.

(W) Public Art 360 Conference|
September 23-25, 2010, Asheville, NC
This conference serves as a celebration of public art, but as a comprehensive convention of both experienced and emerging artists, as well as senior and rising administrators. The collaboration of interests will benefit attendees by garnering insight to all experiences in the realm of public art and features former Chairman of the National Endowment of the Arts, Bill Ivey (1998-2001) as the weekend's keynote speaker. Registration Deadline: September 15

($$) Transvideo Studios In-Kind Matching Grants Program
Filmmakers in the process of seeking funding may apply for a matching grant from Transvideo Studios. Deadline: Applications are processed on a rolling basis. Filmmakers will be notified of the status of the application within 2 to 4 weeks.

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