Dear Arts and Culture Leaders,
As of Wednesday afternoon, the White House Office of Management and Budget rescinded the federal aid freeze. This is welcome news for our sector, particularly for the 1,400 organizations that received NEA grant notifications last week.
We know many of you have been concerned about what a federal funding pause could mean. As your national partners in arts advocacy, we want to provide this immediate update while sharing clear, actionable information.
What We Know:
The rescinding of the freeze means funding and previously awarded grants can move forward. While this is a positive development, we continue to monitor the situation to help ensure stable, long-term support for arts and culture organizations nationwide.
Our Commitment to You:
Americans for the Arts remains committed to the fundamental principle that art should be accessible to all. Arts and culture organizations are essential community catalysts, driving local economies and bringing people together. Excellence in the arts flourishes when we embrace the full spectrum of American creativity and experience. Our greatest strength lies in unity and shared purpose.
Americans for the Arts is actively:
- Engaging with federal partners
- Monitoring developments
- Collaboratively preparing sector-specific guidance
- Advocating for bipartisan support of the arts
Immediate Resources:
We’ve prepared detailed FAQs addressing key questions about the executive orders and their potential impact. These resources, available at AmericansfortheArts.org/Advocate, will be updated regularly as new information emerges.
Our sector has faced challenges before, and time and again, we’ve demonstrated resilience by bringing communities together to drive positive change through the arts. We will do our very best to deliver verified, actionable information to help you navigate this period.
We’re here for you. If you have specific questions or concerns, please reach out.
Sincerely,
Jamie Bennett and Suzy Delvalle
Interim Co-Chief Executives of Americans for the Arts
Click to download Executive Orders and Impacts: Comprehensive FAQ
