Arts Alliance Illinois is the state's leading voice for the arts and arts education. Through advocacy, research, and collaboration, we give voice to a creative state. Vision At Arts Alliance Illinois, we envision a world where the arts are central and indispensable to Illinois. People acknowledge the arts enhance quality of life, fuel creativity and innovation, sharpen the state's competitive edge, attract and retain talent, promote cross-cultural understanding, and connect Illinois nationally and globally. Focus Areas Arts Advocacy -- Arts Alliance Illinois helps you advance widespread support for the arts and arts education in your community. Arts Education -- Arts Alliance Illinois works to ensure every child receives a well-rounded education that includes the arts. Arts Research -- Arts Alliance Illinois provides the facts and figures you need to make the case for the impact of the arts on our economy, neighborhoods, and schools. Arts Community -- Arts Alliance Illinois unites and connects the arts sector. We offer you ideas and inspiration plus a community of arts-passionate people.

Arts Advocacy Arts Research Arts Education Arts Community Community Development Professional Development Impact Investing Creative Placemaking Cultural Equity Arts Access Cultural Policy Cultural Exchange Data Analysis Creative Collaboration Civic Engagement Skill Building Workforce Development Policy Research Arts Funding City Government/Municipal Government Civic and Social Associations Civic & Social Organization