FEATURED GUIDES & RESOURCES:
A suggested guide for what to do if an ICE agent or law enforcement officer comes to your studio, nonprofit, creative maker space, or small business.
There is a lot of misinformation about what nonprofits can and can’t do when it comes to advocacy and lobbying. MASSCreative put together this guide and list of resources to help you better understand how your cultural nonprofit can increase its advocacy.
Understanding the public hearing process and how you can participate will make you a more effective advocate. We have outlines and guides to get you started.
Building relationships with elected officials and their staff is crucial to every advocate's work. Make sure you know who represents you in state and federal government.
MORE BLOGS:
Read for a recap of the 2026 Creative Sector Summit, links to session recordings, and a photo gallery.
WEBINAR & TRAINING ARCHIVES:
Learn more about open enrollment for health insurance from the Massachusetts Health Connector.
This webinar discusses the open enrollment period ending on January 23rd, 2026.
Ami Bennitt, Annis Sengupta, and Jim Grace discussed the artists displacement crisis we are experiencing in Massachusetts and what we can do about it.
Read for updates about federal-level arts advocacy and the outcome of the State Senate's FY26 Budget.
