Resource Partners Initiative

Support + Space + Connection

Frequently, we have heard that opportunities for artistic activities are hindered by a lack of affordable and appropriate space in which to meet, perform and network with their peers. This is especially true for performing and literary artists. Based on conversations with Topeka artists as well as reviewing grant applications submitted through the TopArts Grant Program, we know that many innovative and unique programs devote considerable resources to locating affordable and appropriate space to gather. Often, impactful and important programs are forced to close due to lack of space.

The ArtsConnect Resource Partners Initiative identifies 3-4 existing art programs (Resource Partners) in Topeka & Shawnee County and provides them with regular, no cost access to our gallery for up to two years, along with support for their operations as needed, to help foster and expand their work. The goal of this initiative is to support artistic collaboration by fostering the creation of new works of art, sharing resources, building community connections and offering technical support to 3-4 organizations* and/or artists working in different artistic disciplines at any given time. If you are interested in participating in this program, please contact us.

Selected organizations (“Resource Partners”) will not only have access to resources and support from ArtsConnect but also will be able to connect with one another in order to leverage expertise, strengthen partnerships and engage in a multidisciplinary collaboration with other arts organizations and artists in Topeka as they create new works of art and raise the bar for the arts in Topeka.

*Any group or individual effort to create new works of art and/or support the creative sector in Topeka will be considered for participation in the Resource Partners Initiative.