Our next Chill Sessions is happening Friday, October 17th from 4–6pm at Papercraft Miracles (1888 Niagara St, Buffalo, NY 14207), and we couldn’t be more excited to welcome Janna Willoughby-Lohr, artist, speaker, and entrepreneur. In “Make Art Work: Strategies for Thriving as a Creative Entrepreneur,” Janna will share her experiences building a successful creative [...]
In response to the release of the proposed 2026 Erie County budget, ASI's Executive Director Jen Swan-Kilpatrick -- joined by guest speakers from the Erie County Legislature -- will share next steps for successful advocacy with Erie County arts organizations recommended for funding by the County Executive. Date: Monday, October 20th 2025 Time: 6:00 [...]
Registration is now open for the Empire Arts Summit 2025, New York State’s first statewide convening of arts and cultural workers, creatives, policymakers, and advocates. Hosted by ArtsNYS, this two-day event brings the field together for dialogue and collaboration. ASI is proud to support the summit, with our Executive Director, Jen Swan-Kilpatrick, serving as [...]
Theodore Roosevelt Inaugural Site | 641 Delaware Ave, Buffalo, NY 14202 Wednesday, October 1st 2025 | 9:30 am - 12:00 pm This interactive training on annual appeals will help nonprofit professionals turn fundraising into storytelling that inspires. Together, we’ll explore how to craft irresistible campaigns that feel authentic and engaging. Participants will discover creative [...]
Virtual via Zoom| Wednesday, October 22, 2025 | 11:00 am - 12:00 pm Fiscal sponsorship is one of the most powerful—but often misunderstood—tools available to artists and creative entrepreneurs. In this masterclass, Dr. Andrea Nero will demystify the essentials: what fiscal sponsorship is (and what it isn’t), who it’s for, and why it may [...]
For many artists and creative groups, one of the biggest barriers to bringing a project to life is funding. While grant opportunities and charitable donations can make a huge difference, many of these resources are only available to 501(c)(3) nonprofit organizations... and that’s where fiscal sponsorship comes in. Through Arts Services Inc.'s Fiscal Sponsorship [...]
Arts Services Inc. (ASI) is proud to announce the recipients of the 2025 Creative Impact Fund, awarding a total of $295,000 to 47 artists and organizations across Erie, Niagara, and Chautauqua counties. Now in its second year, the Creative Impact Fund was established in 2024 through a New York State Senate initiative to increase [...]
Virtual via Zoom| Wednesday, August 20th 2025 | 11:00 am - 12:00 pm This session offers a clear, practical overview of what it really takes to build and sustain a nonprofit--from legal structure and fundraising strategy to mission clarity and community alignment. Whether you're just starting out or already running an organization, you'll walk [...]
Virtual via Zoom| Tuesday, July 22nd, 2025 | 10:00 - 11:00 am Succession planning is about building resiliency, not just preparing for the unexpected. In this participatory one-hour virtual session, nonprofit leaders will explore simple, proactive steps to navigate staff and board transitions smoothly. Whether you're anticipating change or just want to strengthen your [...]
The New York State Council on the Arts (NYSCA) has opened its FY2026 "Support for Artists" grant program, which offers $10,000 to individual artists for the creation or development of new work across a wide range of disciplines. This opportunity is ideal for artists who are planning to start or continue meaningful projects and need [...]
