Disaster Support Services For Artists

Written By Cynthia Deis

The following letter was sent out by Jeff Bell, Executive Director of North Carolina Arts Council, detailing disaster relief services for artists in the state of North Carolina. To amplify the information contained within the letter, we are reprinting it in it’s entirety. Triangle ArtWorks is working on other resource listings, we encourage you to subscribe to our newsletter for updates.

Dear arts community,

Like many of you, I am heartbroken by the devastation in Western North Carolina. Residents of the impacted communities are our friends, family, colleagues, and cherished members of our statewide arts community. Those affected by the hurricane are in our thoughts and we are working quickly to develop strategies for support. To do this, our staff are coordinating with national, regional, and statewide partners. We are also checking in with our constituents in the western part of the state to offer our support and to better understand the needs of the field, both in the short- and long-term.  

Arts North Carolina has done a wonderful job of compiling information about emergency resources for those in need and opportunities to assist for those who want to help. You can find the details at: Emergency Support Resources for Artists & Arts Organizations.

On the Emergency Support page you will find:

  • Resources for individuals and arts organizations to report damage

  • National Heritage Responders hotline: NHRpublichelpline@culturalheritage.org or (202) 661-8068, to speak to conversation experts

  • Craft Artist Emergency Relief Grants: programs@cerfplus.org or (802) 229-2306

  • MusicCares Disaster Relief Grant: (800) 687-4227

  • Mountain Area Cultural Resources Emergency Network: jeff.futch@ncmail.net or (828) 274-6789

  • Pro Bono legal services from Implement Legal: (919) 536-9770

In the coming days and weeks, we will continue to share what we know as well as our plans for ongoing assistance. We are endlessly grateful to be a part of such a strong, connected, and amazing arts community. Always know that we are here.

Jeff Bell
Executive Director
North Carolina Arts Council

Cynthia Deis

Cynthia Deis is a business consultant, author and educator based out of Raleigh, North Carolina. She works with local retailers, artists and arts organizations to create better businesses and better communities.

https://cynthiadeis.com
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