IP Briefing: What's Going on With Philanthropy for Theater?

IP Briefing: What's Going on With Philanthropy for Theater?

Like all the performing arts, theater has been hit hard by the pandemic, and funders are making moves to bolster the nonprofit theater world now and into the future. Here’s our rundown of who’s doing what.

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How Arts Philanthropy Has Responded to Calls for Racial Justice—And What Comes Next

How Arts Philanthropy Has Responded to Calls for Racial Justice—And What Comes Next

It’s been a year since the murder of George Floyd spurred funders to tackle longstanding inequities in the sector. We check in with leaders in arts philanthropy to see how the space has changed and what remains to be done.

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“A Moment of Reckoning.” How Can Funders Support an Equitable and Inclusive Arts Sector?

“A Moment of Reckoning.” How Can Funders Support an Equitable and Inclusive Arts Sector?

Surging demands for racial justice are shining a light on inequities across society, including the arts sector, where only a small fraction of funding goes to artists of color. Grantmakers at the intersection of arts and justice offer ways forward.

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How an Influential Player Works with Funders to Make the Arts More Equitable

How an Influential Player Works with Funders to Make the Arts More Equitable

Flying under the radar, Helicon Collaborative has the ear of some of the art sector’s heaviest hitters. A chat with co-Director Alexis Frasz underscores why Helicon is getting traction with funders and arts groups wrestling with equity issues.

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