2026 National Arts Policy Survey

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National Arts Policy Survey
Help us map the future for artists and organizations. Tell us what your community needs to thrive.

The statements below outline broad arts policy priorities designed to guide our national advocacy efforts. For each statement, please indicate whether you agree, disagree, or are unsure. We want to hear from you so we can align our priorities with yours!

Strengthen federal investment in the nation's arts and cultural infrastructure, including the National Endowment for the Arts and the National Endowment for the Humanities. *This question is required.

Advance federal economic policies that support nonprofit arts and culture organizations and small businesses as drivers of economic growth and community vitality. *This question is required.

Strengthen federal policies that improve income stability for artists and independent gig workers, including access to health coverage, affordable housing, and retirement benefits. *This question is required.

Expand access to arts education for all pre-K through higher education students thereby strengthening career pathways in the creative economy. *This question is required.

Integrate arts and culture into federal health and human service strategies to improve individual well-being and reduce social isolation. *This question is required.

Are there any additional national policy priorities you would like to see us advocate for or any additional comments on the priorities above? (Optional)

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Your Arts Experience
We want to hear more about your personal arts experience. Please share with us below!

What made you get involved with or care about the arts? Was there a person, experience, or turning point? (Optional)

Describe a specific moment when you saw the power the arts can have to change an individual or community for the better? What happened and why did it matter? (Optional)

If you could tell a member of Congress one thing about what the arts mean to your daily life or your community, what would you say? (Optional)

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Contact Information
Contact information will be kept strictly confidential. It will not be shared or sold for marketing. (State and ZIP code are required to allow for aggregated geographical analysis.)

First Name:

Last Name:

Organization Affiliation (if applicable):

Home Street Address:

City:

State: *This question is required.

Postal Code: *This question is required.

Email Address: This question requires a valid email address.

Mobile/Cell Number: Use the "###-###-####" format.