You can use these scripts and templates to reach out to community members and elected officials to schedule a meeting, invite them to an event or voice general support for the arts. We encourage you to modify these scripts and templates to speak to the needs of your community. Click below for the template you need!

-Short Event Description Example

-Sample Phone Script to Community Leaders

-Make a Meeting - Phone Script

-Public Comment Script

-Sample Phone Script to Elected Officials - Event Invitation

-Email/Letter Template to Elected Officials - Event Invitation

-Email/Letter Template to Elected Officials - General Support

-Email Template to Organization Mailing List

Contents

• Why do the Arts Matter?
• Texas Legislature 101
• Levels of Advocacy
• Event Action Plan Checklist
• Sample Scripts and Templates
• Issue Briefs