The Vermont Arts Council

06/17/2026

As the primary provider of funding for the arts in Vermont, we offer grants for individual artists, arts and cultural organizations, and schools. Explore Vermont Arts Council grant programs at the link.

https://www.vermontartscouncil.org/grants?utm_campaign=meetedgar&utm_medium=social&utm_source=meetedgar.com

As a non-profit organization we depend on support from the National Endowment for the Arts, the Vermont state legislature, private foundations, corporations, and individuals like you.

06/17/2026

Assets for Artists offers an ever-evolving selection of online and in-person workshops to address the most urgent needs, challenges, and opportunities facing artists in our region. Available for free to artists of all disciplines in Massachusetts, Connecticut, Rhode Island, Maine, and Vermont. Check out their latest offerings at the link.

06/17/2026

If you believe everyone should have the opportunity to participate in the arts and every child should be receiving a quality arts education, check out "10 Reasons to Support the Arts," a regularly updated advocacy one-pager from Americans for the Arts. Key findings include:

• Arts and culture generate $1.1 trillion for the U.S. economy—surpassing transportation, construction, and agriculture sectors

• 72% of Americans say the arts provide shared experiences across racial, ethnic, and cultural boundaries

• Just 45 minutes of art-making reduces stress hormones by 25%

• Arts travelers stay longer and spend more in local communities

Download this valuable resource to strengthen your conversations with stakeholders, policymakers, and community leaders. Americans for the Arts

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06/16/2026

"Being able to actually have a voice as a Latina musician and act on change is really important to me. Through my music, it’s been important to me to make sure that I have a space, and that the generation that comes after me also has a space in this world that’s been closed off to us for a long time." - Irén Hangen Vázquez

Read more in Irén's interview on our blog:

Irén Hangen Vázquez is a senior at Burr and Burton Academy and the winner of this year’s Vermont Poetry Out Loud poetry recitation contest. She went on to compete at […]

06/16/2026

Looking to sell some extra art supplies or rent out your extra studio space? Do you have a job opportunity in the arts to fill? Seeking submissions for your writing contest? Post listings to our statewide arts classifieds completely FREE and reach thousands across Vermont's creative community and beyond. https://www.vermontartscouncil.org/classified/?utm_campaign=meetedgar&utm_medium=social&utm_source=meetedgar.com

06/15/2026

Congratulations to Hinesburg journalist, editor and photographer Geoffrey Gevalt on receiving the 2026 Herb Lockwood Prize!

06/15/2026

Our grants for artists support the creation of original work, time in residencies, skill development, business training, and more. Vermont artists of all creative disciplines and experience levels are welcome to apply. Learn more at the link.

https://www.vermontartscouncil.org/grants/artists?utm_campaign=meetedgar&utm_medium=social&utm_source=meetedgar.com

“Artists form the foundation of a state’s creative environment. Artists act as creators and individual entrepreneurs who provide many of the products and designs that drive innovation and shape a state’s cultural character. Many artists also work as educators, providing training in creative sk...

06/15/2026

The Vermont Nonprofit Help Desk is officially live! This new statewide initiative is designed to connect Vermont’s nonprofit organizations with timely and expert support and resources.

Nonprofit HelpDesk services include:
• Real-time triage of nonprofit questions, with referrals to technical expertise, templates, tools, trainings, and other resources.
• Support in distinguishing between legal, operational, program needs.
• Light-touch guidance by an experienced HelpDesk Manager, supported by an Advisory Committee of experts.
• Tracking of data from the inquiries to inform sector trends.

Any nonprofit can submit a question or request using the intake form. They will receive a response within 48 business hours from a trained HelpDesk Manager. Find out more and submit a request: https://commongoodvt.org/helpdesk/?utm_campaign=meetedgar&utm_medium=social&utm_source=meetedgar.com

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The Vermont Nonprofit HelpDesk links YOU to answers and expertise through the quick online form below: Submit your inquiry HERE! Questions? Email [email protected]. The HelpDesk is a partnership between Common ... Read More