“It is in the best interest of every business – no matter its size – to support the arts. Beyond their intrinsic value, the arts add to the economic vitality and quality of life of our communities. They also unleash creative ideas in and out of the workplace, foster dialogues and increase understanding among people.”
- Henry W. Bloch, Co-Founder, H&R Block
Business is good for the arts and the arts are good for business. In the days of da Vinci, Shakespeare, and Mozart, the role of arts patron was played by monarchs, princes, and popes. Today, the mantle of arts supporter is worn by business leaders and corporations who realize that our cultural assets are more than tools to strengthen economic development, community sustainability, and human relations. Music, art, literature, dance, and architecture are the hallmarks of a successful city and proclaim its economic and commercial achievement.
Great cities have great art and Kansas City is no exception. Kansas City is listed in a recent Brookings Institution study as among the top 20 “mind magnet” cities in our nation. From 2005 through 2007, Kansas City attracted the highest annual net migration of people 25 and older with bachelor’s degrees, joining other strong arts cities such as Seattle, Dallas, Atlanta, Houston, Portland, and San Antonio.
The Arts Council helps the arts thrive in Kansas City and helps business benefit from the strong arts community. Investing in the Arts Council of Metropolitan Kansas City helps make all of this possible.
Partnering with the Arts Council has never been easier. Whether you have been an avid arts supporter for years or this is your first year, there is an engagement package designed to help you meet your goals!
ArtsKC Business Engagement packages provide opportunities for:
To find the right ArtsKC Business Engagement Package for your company, click here!