Mission

MASSCreative works in partnership with a broad grassroots coalition to advance the advocacy learning, cross-sector alliances, and community organizing efforts necessary for a more equitable and inclusive arts, cultural, and creative sector for all in Massachusetts. Our organization envisions a Commonwealth where arts, culture, and creativity are an expected, well-funded, and valued part of everyday life, and are recognized as having a significant impact on building civic engagement and economically vibrant, equitable communities. We work to not only ensure that arts and culture are considered when important policy decisions are made at the state and local levels, but to empower creatives to feel confident in their ability to be civic leaders. Through advocacy trainings, continuous coalition building, community organizing, and convenings, MASSCreative’s programming fosters lasting leadership, confidence, and relationships that support sustained advocacy and organizing efforts. Together, our coalition aims to present a unified voice on cultural policy development and secure the public resources needed to sustain the sector and increase universal access to the arts.