Arts Services Inc. (ASI), in partnership with Assemblymember Bill Conrad’s Office, is excited to announce a new public art opportunity at the Kenmore Branch Library. We invite Western New York artists to submit proposals for an outdoor mural that will celebrate books, stories, and knowledge while transforming the library into a vibrant artistic landmark. This [...]
Western New York’s most rockin’ legal fundraiser is back! Lawyers for the Arts 2025 is set for Saturday, March 8, 2025, at THE STAGE in Williamsville—and you won’t want to miss this one-of-a-kind event.What is Lawyers for the Arts?Presented by Harter Secrest & Emery LLP and Hodgson Russ LLP, Lawyers for the Arts is a [...]
Are you an arts and culture professional looking to grow as a leader? Applications are now open for ASI’s MEDAL Program (Molding Executives and Directors into Arts Leaders), the only leadership development program in Western New York specifically designed for nonprofit arts executives. What is the MEDAL Program? ASI’s six-month training and mentorship program provides [...]
In Person: Roswell Park Community Outreach & Engagement Center- 907 Michigan Ave, Buffalo, NY | Wednesday, February 26th, 2025 | 9:30 - 11 am Want to get your message out into the world? This workshop will cover the essentials of writing letters to the editor, opinion pieces, and press releases. Learn what types of [...]
We’re excited to announce the next installment of Chill Sessions, featuring the inspiring DJ Lisa Lux! This relaxed and engaging series is designed for artists and arts professionals to connect, share, and explore creativity in a supportive community—and yes, there’s ice cream. Mark Your Calendar! Date: Friday, February 7, 2025 Time: 4:00 pm - [...]
Our popular Grant on Grants workshop series is returning in 2025 to help you navigate the grant process and strengthen your funding proposals. This is your chance to gain valuable insights, practical skills, and feedback to elevate your grant applications. What to Expect: This year, we’re offering two distinct workshop formats to fit your [...]
We’re thrilled to announce the return of the Hertel Alley Mural Fest, happening June 14–15, 2025, in North Buffalo! Co-presented with the Office of Buffalo Councilmember Joel Feroleto, this bi-annual event transforms the hidden gem of Hertel Alley into a vibrant outdoor gallery, featuring live mural painting, music, and more. We’re now accepting applications [...]
The arts have the power to transform lives and strengthen communities—and we’re bringing the WNY creative community together to explore how. Join Arts Services Inc. (ASI) on January 22, 2025, for the Arts in Action: WNY Unity Summit, a free event designed to spark conversation, connection, and action. At the WNY Unity Summit, we’ll [...]
2024 is coming to a close, and we’re taking a moment to celebrate a year filled with creativity and achievement for Arts Services Inc. and WNY’s incredible creative community. Your support, collaboration, and participation have made it all possible—thank you for inspiring everything we do! Let’s look back at some of the highlights and [...]
Arts Services Inc. has distributed fifteen "Give for Greatness" Grants providing capacity-building support to arts and culture nonprofits across Allegany, Cattaraugus, Chautauqua, Erie, and Niagara counties. The funding will assist diverse missions and artistic disciplines in helping preserve and enrich the region’s cultural landscape. These $2,000 grants are designed to support WNY’s smallest nonprofits [...]
