SVCreates

"The arts can provide both a respite from this stress and a place to come together to build resilience, friendship and mutual support." – Alexandra Urbanowski, CEO, @SV_Creates hubs.la/Q03qLKmJ0

Guidelines for the 2025-26 @CalArtsCouncil Grant Programs were released for eligible arts orgs. Join SVCREATES and @LeighAnnCakes online for Grant Writing Demystified on April 16 to uncover some of the mystery around grant writing: bit.ly/4hit8x9

@sanjosetaiko's co-founders and artistic directors emeritus PJ & Roy Hirabayashi shared their thoughts on succession w/ @GIArts. “We stepped down from our leadership roles in 2011 to let the next generation of taiko leaders take over." Read more: bit.ly/4ckDNX8

In celebration of #NationalPoetryMonth, join @sccld and @PoetLaureateSCC Yosimar Reyes for poetry writing workshops at libraries in Milpitas, Saratoga, and Morgan Hill, providing teens and adults with guidance, tools, and inspiration to grow as poets: bit.ly/41Va5EH

Starting April 1st, we invite you to join the #WeCreate408 Creative Challenge. Join the challenge here wecreate408.org. These daily prompts include creative actions you can do on your own along with links to events and activities taking place in #SanJose that day.

"Arts, Culture & Creativity Month is a statewide celebration organized by arts advocates, civic leaders and artists across the state to uplift the intrinsic value of arts, culture and creativity." – Alexandra Urbanowski, CEO @SV_Creates sanjosespotlight.com/urbanowski-apr…

Applications for the 2025 Unrestricted Operating Grants are now open. SVCREATES offers these grants to support the diverse range of cultures and disciplines represented in Santa Clara County’s arts ecosystem. Learn more and apply: svcreates.org/unrestricted-o…

#WeCreate408 starts today! As part of Arts, Culture & Creativity Month, the @sanjoseculture is challenging San Joséans to use their powers of creative expression every day for the month. Visit wecreate408.org to learn more!

@SantaClaraCity invites qualified professional artists to submit a proposal for the 2025 Outdoor Temporary Sculpture Exhibit at City Hall Plaza, to explore the transformative power of change and the emergence of new realities. Deadline: April 13! Apply: bit.ly/4kMlM8b

#SiliconValleyCommunityFoundation is accepting applications for Community Action Grants through March 31. The Program identifies and supports orgs across issue areas to promote an equitable, economically secure and vibrant #SiliconValley. Apply now: svcf.org/nonprofits/gra…

This month's #GilroyArtsRoundtable will be March 26 from 6:30-7:30pm at @GilroyArtCenter! This meeting will feature an intro to caricature art by Orlando Salcedo. Join our collective of artists, arts leaders, and advocates to connect, build, and amplify arts in #Gilroy.

Join SVCREATES & expert grant writer Leigh Henderson online for "Grant Writing Demystified" on April 16 to uncover the mystery around grant writing, eligibility for gov and foundation funders, plus a deep dive into @CalArtsCouncil grant apps. Learn more: bit.ly/4hit8x9

The deadline for @contentmag Emerging Artist Award Application is this Friday, March 21! The Content Emerging Artist Award recognizes early career artists working in all genres, with practices centered in Santa Clara County. Learn more and apply today: bit.ly/4htdKyI

Join us tonight from 6pm - 9pm to celebrate the release of @contentmag's Issue 17.2, “Connect” at the San José City Hall Rotunda. This event features Vietnamese-American creatives who have contributed to the creative culture of the South Bay: bit.ly/41RGfQ2

Now accepting applications! SVCREATES offers Unrestricted Operating Grants, in collaboration with @SCCgov and other funding partners, to support the diverse range of cultures and disciplines represented in Santa Clara County’s arts ecosystem. Apply today: bit.ly/41H2p6I

In this interview, Jaye Bailey, SVCREATES Board Member, talks with Vanessa Hatakeyama, Executive Director of the @JAMsjOfficial, about the organization's growth and journey toward longterm sustainability. Read the full interview: bit.ly/4i9i8D8

Join leaders from @CAfortheArts, @SanJoseArts & SVCREATES for Arts Advocacy for 2025 — a discussion on arts policy, funding issues on the advocacy agenda, and how to sharpen your advocacy skills on March 4 from 12:00pm - 1:30pm. Reserve your spot today: bit.ly/4ibI0Ov

@CalArtsCouncil meets several times a year at locations all around the state. The next meeting will be in San José at @SchoolatMHP this Friday from 10am - 3pm. Submit a public comment ahead of the meeting, or attend in person or via Zoom. Learn more: arts.ca.gov/about/council-…

Celebrate the 70th @contentmag issue, "Connect," spotlights Vietnamese-American creatives who have contributed to the vibrant culture of the South Bay, at the next Content Pick-Up Party on March 14! Preorder your copy by Thursday to receive free shipping: bit.ly/connect172

Applications are now open for the 2025 @contentmag Emerging Artist Award. Attend Demystifying Grant Writing on March 6 to learn how to write a competitive proposal, focusing on grant-writing best practices with @genartssv at Open San José. Register: bit.ly/3QgqoFq