The performing arts support student achievement

Research evidence shows arts education is key to a complete education and academic success.

Federal funding for arts education expands student access to the arts.

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The performing arts boost local economies

Nonprofit arts organizations contribute over a billion dollars in annual state and local economic activity.

The NEA plays a key role in America’s arts infrastructure and economy.

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Performing arts organizations serve public needs

Charitable donations support nonprofit arts community partnerships in education and social services

Charitable giving to the arts is an investment in their public value.

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Who we are

The Performing Arts Alliance advocates for America’s professional nonprofit arts sector before Congress and key policy makers (Learn More).

Members:

Alliance of Artists Communities

Alternate ROOTS

American Composers Forum

Association of Performing Arts Professionals

Chamber Music America

Chorus America

Dance/USA

Early Music America

Folk Alliance International

The International Association of Blacks in Dance

League of American Orchestras

National Alliance for Musical Theatre

National Association of Latino Arts and Cultures

National Performance Network

Network of Ensemble Theaters

New Music USA

OPERA America

Theatre Communications Group

Advocacy Priorities

COVID-19

COVID19 Advocacy including Paycheck Protection, Employee Retention Tax Credit and more.

Funding the National Endowment for the Arts

The NEA provides strategic leadership and investment in the arts.

Federal Funding for Arts Education

US Dept. of Education grants aid model arts education programs.

News Updates

Free COVID Test Kits and N95 Masks to be Distributed

COVID 19 Home Test Kits and N95 Mask Distribution

Employee Retention Tax Credit Curtailed as Infrastructure Bill Passes

ERTC Curtailed

Update on SVOG and Employee Retention Tax Credit (ERTC)

SVOC and Employee Retention Tax Credit Information and Update