Our Strategic Plan
Looking Forward
As we reflect and learn from our history, this strategic plan envisions the ongoing evolution of Mid-America Arts Alliance as the nation’s first Regional Arts Organization and our continuing journey to serve the needs of the region.
Goal 1: Ensure a Thriving Arts Sector
Strengthen artists and organizations in their ability to create and serve their constituents
Goal 2: Celebrate the Region’s Creative Assets
Elevate and support the vibrancy of the arts in the Mid-America region
Goal 3: Prioritize Inclusion
Demonstrate our commitment to diversity
and equity through policies, practices, programs, and services
Goal 4: Strengthen M-AAA’s Internal Capacity
Strengthen Mid-America’s internal capacity to effectively deliver its programs and services
FY21–25 Strategic PlanDownloadRead the plan in full
Pictured: “Far From Home,” courtesy of Regina Klenjoski Dance Company.
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Mission, Vision, and Values
Mid-America Arts Alliance believes art can be a catalyst for expression, connection, collaboration, and community. This philosophy is reflected in our mission and values. Our Mission M-AAA strengthens and supports artists, cultural organizations, and communities throughout the region and beyond.… -
Past Annual Reports
Just as it was at our founding in 1972, more than 50 years ago, Mid-America Arts Alliance continues to develop and nourish collaborative relationships to increase access to the arts and creativity for all Americans. Read more about how we… -
Addressing Equity
We at Mid-America Arts Alliance are dedicated to demonstrating our commitment to diversity and equity through policies, practices, programs, and services. You can read more about our specific goals in our Strategic Plan. Our values are these: Freedom of cultural… -
National Partners
Mid-America Arts Alliance is one of six Regional Arts Organizations that works in partnership with the National Endowment for the Arts. The U.S. Regional Arts Organizations (US RAOs) strengthen and support arts, culture, and creativity in our individual regions as…