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About BCA

Business for Culture and the Arts (BCA) connects business and the arts to strengthen Oregon's culture and economy. We accomplish our mission through advocacy, recognition, strategic alliances, membership programs, research, networking and communications. BCA is an affiliate of the national Business Committee for the Arts, Inc.



BCA now accepting applications for 2010/11 Art of Leadership class

Interested in participating in the 2010/11 Art of Leadership program? Complete and return an application to BCA by July 1, 2010 to receive a $25 discount.

Check out the class schedule, download an application, and find out more about the Art of Leadership.



Business Volunteers Wanted

On a project-by-project basis, BCA matches executives and professionals with nonprofit arts organizations to act as free consultants in areas of their expertise. Business Volunteers for the Arts is a great way to engage in the arts and help arts organizations accomplish more with their limited resources. We are looking for business volunteers in a variety of areas. Interested in learning about volunteer opportunities?

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BCA News



Oregon Cultural Trust Announces $1.47 Million in Grants

The Oregon Cultural Trust announces $1.47 million in FY2011 (July 1, 2010 through June 30, 2011) grants to humanities, heritage and arts nonprofits across Oregon. Each year, the Trust distributes 42% of the prior fiscal year’s revenues; 58% remains in the endowment. In FY2010, Trust revenues totaled $3,781,396, an increase of 1.8% from FY2009’s $3,714,887.



Public art project on Swan Island receives award

Americans for the Arts (AFTA), the nation’s leading arts advocacy organization, has recognized a Portland public artwork as one of the year’s 40 best. “Big Pipe Portal: Making the Invisible Visible,” by the interdisciplinary design group, rhiza A+D received the distinction at the annual AFTA Public Art Network conference held in Baltimore, MD.



Oregon Arts Commission Announces Nearly $1.2 Million in Grants

The Oregon Arts Commission announces $1,190,000 in 114 grants to Oregon arts organizations awarded through the Commission’s Operating Support, Arts Services, and Arts Learning programs.

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Calendar

7/31 Top Business Donors Survey Deadline
9/23 Art of Leadership Workshop 1
10/8 Oregon Day of Culture
10/8 Behind-the-Scenes: OBT
10/14 Art of Leadership Workshop 2
11/11 Art of Leadership Workshop 3
11/17 2010 Arts Breakfast of Champions
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