In 2025, Assembly for the Arts strengthened collaborations across Cleveland—bringing together artists, nonprofits, funders, and civic leaders to move the creative sector forward.
From shared spaces like the MidTown Collaboration Center to cross-sector initiatives, these partnerships are breaking down silos and building a stronger, more connected arts ecosystem.
Because when we work together, we don’t just support the arts—we build a more vibrant, inclusive community.
Through our partners like Neighborhood Connections, Futureland, Cuyahoga Live and more, these events bring together artists, arts educators, nonprofit arts workers, and cultural leaders across Cuyahoga County.
We hold these events at small businesses and non-profit organizations to draw attention to the arts venues that make our community a vibrant place to live, including the Pivot Center, Treelawn Social Club, and Rock & Roll Hall of Fame, among others.
You can learn more in our latest Impact Report at the link in bio.
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🎉 Applications are open for the Creative Impact Fund (CIF) 🎉
Assembly for the Arts is investing in Cuyahoga County artists with $10,000 unrestricted grants for 22 creatives in 2026. This is funding you can use your way—to grow your practice, deepen your impact, and keep making work that moves our region forward.
đź—“ Applications open: TODAY
⏰ Deadline: July 17 at 11:59 PM
đź”— Learn more & apply: assemblycle.org/cif/ (link in bio)
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Find artist funding, local arts news, and can’t-miss events—all in one place. The latest issue of The Cadence enewsletter is available now. Link in bio.
Assembly for the Arts is leading advocacy efforts that are reshaping how arts and culture are funded and supported across the region.
From public investment to policy leadership, this work ensures artists and organizations have the resources they need—not just today, but for the long term.
That’s how you build a sustainable creative sector.
Read the full Impact Report at our link in bio.
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We hope you'll join us for a powerful two-part evening exploring courage, creativity, and justice May 14th at 6 PM at the MLK Branch of the @clevelandpubliclibrary .
The night opens with a preview of the 2026 Mandel Opera & Humanities Festival and its theme of Courage, followed by an important conversation on the intersection of the arts and wrongful convictions. Assembly's President & CEO, Jeremy Johnson, will moderate this timely discussion featuring:
- Ayesha Bell Hardaway, Case Western Reserve University
- Karen Prasser, Arts for Justice Cleveland
- Raymond Towler, musician and artist
Register to attend: https://bit.ly/ewcta
Building a more inclusive arts ecosystem means making sure everyone’s voice is heard and everyone has the resources to thrive.
In 2025, Assembly for the Arts continued to break down barriers by expanding access to funding, amplifying underrepresented voices, and creating pathways for artists of all backgrounds to succeed.
One such program is our Fiscal Sponsorship program, which supported 14 projects, providing access to more than $240,000 in funding
Another program is the Artist as Entrepreneurs Institute in partnership with COSE. It’s a 4-week, 8-session curriculum that helps artists build sustainable practices with actionable business skills.
This work is about equity in action—ensuring that Cleveland’s creative community reflects the full diversity, talent, and stories of our region.
Because a stronger arts ecosystem is one where everyone belongs.
You can learn more in our latest Impact Report at the link in bio.
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Assembly partnered with the City of Cleveland to administer the $3-million Transformative Arts Fund, which supported seven bold public art projects that celebrated the city’s spirit. These ambitious, large-scale initiatives brought together local teams of 400 paid artists, creative collaborators and 300 businesses, fabricators, designers, and institutional partners.
Assembly rallied support in 2021 to advocate for the City of Cleveland to set aside federal American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) for arts and culture. That effort resulted in the Transformative Arts Fund.
Learn more about the Transformative Arts Fund and other initiatives to support the local arts ecosystem in Assembly’s new Impact Report at the link in bio or at assemblycle.org/report25/.
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Greater Cleveland’s creative sector isn’t just thriving—it’s driving real impact.
Over an 18-month period in 2024 and 2025, Assembly for the Arts continued to invest in artists, strengthen cultural infrastructure, and advocate for long-term funding that benefits the entire region.
From direct support for artists to shaping public policy, this work is about one thing: building a more vibrant, equitable creative economy for everyone.
The data show that arts and culture fuel jobs, tourism, vibrant communities and economic growth across Northeast Ohio.
Explore the full report at the link in bio or at /report25/
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We’re excited to be part of SPARK SOMETHING, a multi‑day event presented by the
@coventry_village Special Improvement District that brings together live music, poetry, public art, and hands‑on neighborhood improvement projects. Our own Deidre McPherson will be moderating the Coventry Creativity Past and Present Panel this Friday at 5:30! We hope to see you there!
Learn more: /sparksomething
Our @clevefoundation Public Service Fellow, DavidPatrick Ryan, welcomed the fellow cohort to Assembly for the Arts for an immersive day exploring our work, our space, and our impact—complete with a staff panel. We're grateful for the chance to share our work and connect with fellow public service leaders eager to shape Cleveland’s future.
