Grants, Growth, and Creativity in New Mexico: A GO Smart Story

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Renowned for its vibrant arts scene, boasting over 250 art galleries and the third-largest art market in the U.S., Santa Fe, New Mexico, is a must-visit destination for every art lover. Complementing the city’s rich history are the hardworking individuals who do the foundational work of making Santa Fe a place “where culture and creativity […]

Spotlight Series: Elevating Arts & Culture in Winnipeg

Located in Manitoba, Canada, Winnipeg stands as a thriving region rich in arts and culture. For those unfamiliar with Winnipeg, the city not only boasts a vibrant arts and culture scene but is also home to esteemed institutions like the Royal Winnipeg Ballet, the Winnipeg Philharmonic Choir, and the Winnipeg Folk Festival — with the […]

Client Spotlight: South Arts’ Joy Young

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A dollar spent on the arts goes farther in the rural or BIPOC South than it might New York or Boston—and it often pays dividends in enriching the social fabric of small communities.” — Susie Surkamer & Joy Young, Artnet News, November 3, 2021 GO Smart, in collaboration with WESTAF’s Social Responsibility & Inclusion team, […]

Client Spotlight: Arts Council of Anne Arundel County

Client Spotlight Arts Council of Anne Arundel County

Here at GO Smart, we love being a part of what helps our clients accomplish their grantmaking goals. In an effort to showcase a few of the organizations that utilize GO, we wanted to begin with a spotlight on the Arts Council of Anne Arundel County, and specifically, Senior Program Manager Tricia Sanborn, who was […]