Making the Case for the Arts
- 10 Reasons to Support the Arts in 2021
- Why the Arts Matter in Texas (2021)
- Talking Points on the Arts in Texas (2021)
- Why Public Arts Funding Is Vital to Texas
- The NEA in Texas 2020
Communicating with the Legislature
- General Support Letter - Email/Letter Template
- The State of the Arts Podcast - Legislative Relationship Building
- How to Meet with Your Legislator Powerpoint (View or Download)
- Make a Meeting - Phone Script
- Make a Meeting - Email/Letter Template
- Thanking for a Meeting - Email/Letter Template
- One- to Two-Month Follow-Up After a Meeting - Email/Letter Template
- Public Comment Script
Holding an Advocacy Event
- Event Checklist
- Event Description Example
- Event Invitation to Community Leaders - Phone Script
- Event Invitation to Elected Officials - Phone Script
- Event Invitation to Elected Officials - Email/Letter Template
Understanding Advocacy vs. Lobbying
- The Differences Between Advocacy and Lobbying
- C3 vs. C4 Powerpoint by AFTA (View or Download)
Getting Your Organization Involved
Spreading the Word Online
- Arts Advocacy Social Media Kit
- Follow Texans for the Arts on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram
Other Advocacy Resources