Quad City Arts

Quad City Arts is thrilled to announce the launch of Project LAB in collaboration with the Creatives Empowerment Initiative! Project LAB aims to elevate artists to new heights by offering them the tools they need to succeed on the business side of the arts. From financial literacy to marketing strategies and legal know-how, we've got you covered! We need YOUR input to shape this groundbreaking program. Please take a moment to share your thoughts and preferences by completing this short survey. Together, let's craft a program that empowers and lifts artists in our community in unimaginable ways! Take the survey today: https://lnkd.in/escBwPts (All applications must be in by August 1st to be considered for the pilot program.) #quadcityarts #quadcities #qcthatswhere #tagtheqc #supportlocalartists #creativetogetherqc #KeepitQC #visitquadcities

What a fantastic start to the day at Accelerate VQC with our partners at Visit Quad Cities! We were thrilled to hear from Randy Cohen, VP of Research at Americans for the Arts, who shared a wealth of knowledge. The arts generated a staggering $29 million in the Quad Cities in 2022 alone. A particularly enlightening highlight: There is a correlation between jobs in an area and the arts! If there is a strong jobs market in an area there is an even stronger arts community behind it. Let’s continue to foster growth and enrich our community by investing in the arts! Join us tonight at the Celebration of the Arts to hear more from Randy himself: https://bit.ly/3Uh184w Want to dive deeper into the findings? Find out more about the AEP6 study: https://bit.ly/4dKhzhs #quadcityarts #quadcities #qcthatswhere #tagtheqc #supportlocalartists #creativetogetherqc #KeepitQC #visitquadcities #chalkartfestqc

📣 You’re Invited! Join us at our annual celebration and connect with community leaders, artists, and supporters to deepen your engagement with the local arts scene. Be part of discussions and recognition ceremonies, including the 2024 Lloyd Schoeneman Community Impact Awards ( Nominate here: https://bit.ly/43KWLSs), with keynote speaker Randy Cohen from Americans for the Arts and entertainment from award-winning artist, Daniel Pak. 🎟 Tickets include complimentary hors d’oevres and cocktails. **Proceeds support the Quad City Arts’ Metro Arts Youth Apprenticeship Program!** https://bit.ly/3Uh184w

Transform the arts landscape with us as Quad City Arts' new Development Director, where your vision amplifies creativity and community. As the Development Director at Quad City Arts, you are igniting the spark of creativity and community support. With your expertise and vision, you'll weave relationships and strategies that elevate our mission and vision. Explore this vibrant opportunity: https://bit.ly/4cz1uur

As we send out our Annual Report we're reflecting on 2023: it was a landmark year filled with innovation, community engagement, and artistic empowerment, thanks to your unwavering support! By the Numbers: - 333 artists featured in our exhibits - Over 3,000 gallery visitors - 29 public art installations - $37,750+ invested in youth through art apprenticeships Our dedication to diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives continued to grow, reflecting the diverse representation across our programs. We're profoundly grateful for the generosity of our community. Your support makes all the difference! Looking ahead, we're thrilled about the future of arts in the Quad Cities. View the 2023 Annual Report on our blog or download it online: https://bit.ly/3PMsvB4 #QuadCityArts #PublicArt #ArtistSupport #CommunityEngagement #ArtImpact #ThankYou #quadcities #qcthatswhere #tagtheqc #supportlocalartists #creativetogetherqc https://lnkd.in/g7hQNKcG

We're proud to announce that Arts Dollars grants were awarded to 24 organizations and 9 individual artists for 2024, fueling creativity and cultural enrichment across the Quad Cities. Thanks to the generous support from the Hubbell-Waterman Foundation, Quad Cities Community Foundation - Isabel Bloom Art Education Endowment, and the Illinois Arts Council, we're empowering a diverse array of projects. Quad City Arts is committed to advocating for the arts as a vital component of a vibrant community. We extend our deepest gratitude to our partners, supporters, and the talented grant recipients of 2024. Together, we continue to make the Quad Cities a place where art and culture flourish! View the full story on our blog to view the organizations and projects funded. #quadcityarts #quadcities #qcthatswhere #tagtheqc #supportlocalartists #creativetogetherqc #KeepitQC #visitquadcities #artsdollarsgrants

🎉 We are thrilled to congratulate our very own Executive Director, Kevin Maynard, on his recent appointment to the Rock Island City Council! 🏛️👏 Kevin's dedication to our community and his passion for making a positive impact are truly inspiring. We have no doubt that Kevin will bring his exceptional leadership skills to bear in his new role. Let's give a big round of applause to Kevin as he begins his role in public service as 3rd Ward Alderman! 🙌👍 #Congratulations #RockIslandCouncil #CommunityLeadership https://bit.ly/4bV6BVs

Get ready to groove with a dynamic fusion of hip-hop dance and storytelling brought to you by Amirah Sackett and DJ MR MiC for “BeatBox MEETS Popping” at the Putnam Museum! Join us for a night filled with popping and locking to promote unity and understanding across communities. Amirah is a hip-hop dancer, choreographer, and educator based in Chicago, IL. Her signature style is the funk style dance known as ‘popping’. Accompanying her is Ahmed Zaghbouni, an incredible international beatboxer from Tunisia, who will blow your mind with his unique melodies. Let’s celebrate their passion for hip-hop, world cultures, and their mission to spark social change through art! Don’t miss out on this exhilarating event on February 10 at the Putnam Museum. Purchase your ticket today (Cash bar available): https://bit.ly/3Sp3E6N

Call for Mural Artists! The Rock Island Downtown Alliance and Quad City Arts are looking for artists to create two stunning murals in Rock Island's "Arts Alley." Submit your qualifications by Feb 21, 2024. To view the news release or apply, follow the link below or view our "Opportunities" page. “It’s hard to convey in digital renderings the impact these large-scale murals will have on both the downtown streetscape and the downtown economy as well,” said Jack Cullen, Executive Director of the Downtown Rock Island Alliance. “We believe these improvements, paired with plans to program Arts Alley, will bring more foot traffic downtown, and we are thrilled to take this next step with Quad City Arts and the City of Rock Island.” #quadcityarts #quadcities #qcthatswhere #tagtheqc #creativetogetherqc #publicart #murals #mural #rfq Submit your qualifications: https://bit.ly/3tZ7BHa

One of the standout features that truly defines our organization is the remarkable Arts Dollars regranting program. This initiative sets us apart from other art organizations, providing a distinctive opportunity to foster innovative art projects within our community. Notably, this program has been a catalyst for artists making the leap from a job to full-time employment in the arts resulting in a vibrant array of creative projects that continue to enrich our community. We're thrilled to share that the program has received a substantial funding boost, soaring from the usual $80,000 to an impressive $110,000 for the current granting cycle. 🚀 This increase ensures that a greater number of projects will receive funding this year, translating to more opportunities for artists to be paid for their incredible work! If you're an artist or know someone who is, we encourage you to explore the application process—it's easy and straightforward. 📝 YOUR project could be the transformative spark our community needs, reaching and inspiring many others. Don't miss out on this chance to bring your project to fruition! 🌈✨ https://lnkd.in/gcUpxmxp