Oklahomans for the Arts

Congressional districts and school districts are not the same 🏛️ We’ve organized every school district in OK into its corresponding House and Senate districts. In just a few clicks, you can identify exactly which legislators represent your local schools ok4arts.org/oklahoma-arts-…

At the same time, flat funding does not keep pace with rising operational costs for the agency or the nonprofit arts organizations it supports through grants. Read the full statement on our website at: ok4arts.org/advocacy-updat…

Did you know that investing in the arts is one of the smartest financial moves our state can make? Join us on April 30th to stand up for the funding that fuels our state. Register today! 🏛️🎨 secure.everyaction.com/022S_tkYCEiGTl… #ArtsDay #OKArts #EconomicImpact #ArtsROI #OFTA

Your vote on the local level is one of the most powerful tools you have to protect Oklahoma student's access to the arts! 🎨📩 It’s our School Board members who set the curriculum priorities and funding choices that shape arts curriculum. #OklahomaEducation #ArtsEducation

116,943 Oklahoma Students 📢 That is how many Oklahoma students are currently without a single music, theater, or visual arts class. As we wrap up Youth Arts Month, the video goes through some shocking statistics about arts education in Oklahoma. youtu.be/xBxNvUz3vOg?si…

In many rural communities, school arts programs provide the primary opportunity for students to explore music and creative expression. Experiences like these build confidence, teamwork, and belonging for young people across Oklahoma. #ArtsEducation #ArtsAdvocacy

What happens when students are given space to create? They grow 🌟 Everly Ann Halley says dance has helped her build communication and workplace skills. Triniti Smith shared that the arts give students a healthy way to cope and express feelings that are hard to put into words.

SB 1241, addressing fair ticketing practices in Oklahoma, will not advance in the Senate this week. The process also made one thing clear: this issue carries weight. Organized opposition underscored the broader impact of the policy and the importance of getting it right. #OFTA

30 Minutes. One Goal - A Stronger Oklahoma Arts Community 🎨📢 Stay informed. Stay involved. Stay creative. Register Now! secure.everyaction.com/HOWzjdyI-k-Yce… #ArtForThePeople #OFTA #ArtsEducation #OklahomaEducation #ArtsAdvocacy #OklahomaCity

Tired of feeling tricked at checkout? 🎟️ Upcharges and resale confusion are pricing fans out of live events Lawmakers need to see how many Oklahomans want a fairer system Sign our letter of support for ticketing accountability legislation here: secure.everyaction.com/EUN7P8zjP0qsRF… #OFTA

Ever bought tickets and thought, “Wait … how did it get THIS expensive?” 🎟️😬 Surprise fees, shady resale sites and bots scooping up tickets are pricing Oklahomans out of live events. Sign our letter of support here for ticketing accountability here: secure.everyaction.com/EUN7P8zjP0qsRF…

When we show up on April 30th, we aren't just visiting... we are telling our legislators that every student deserves a seat in the studio and a spot on the stage. Stand up for the future of Oklahoma. Register for Arts Day today! 🏛️📣 secure.everyaction.com/022S_tkYCEiGTl… #OKArtsDay #OFTA

🎸 To the musicians, venue owners, and artists of Oklahoma... Your voice belongs at the State Capitol. Legislation is currently moving through the session that directly affects our industry. 🔗 Register here: secure.everyaction.com/HOWzjdyI-k-Yce… #ArtForThePeople #OFTA #ArtsEducation

Great teachers see what students carry before they ever step into the classroom Students leave steadier, more confident and ready to learn. Arts education is not extra. It is essential Become an Oklahoman for the Arts to strengthen the arts for students: ok4arts.org/oklahomans-for…

Every Oklahoma student deserves a well-rounded education that includes the arts. 🍎🎨 Join us on March 24th from 1:00 PM - 1:30 PM for a legislative update on arts education and other arts-related legislation. 👉️ Register Now secure.everyaction.com/HOWzjdyI-k-Yce… #ArtForThePeople #OFTA

Whether you represent a local theater, a rural gallery, a museum, or an arts education non-profit, we want you in the room. We have just a few tables remaining for organizations! Secure one of our final tables today! Register now 👇️ secure.everyaction.com/G0i48itcxEq8Ho… #OKArtsDay #OFTA

Want better test scores? Look to the arts. Beyond the grades, the arts lead to: Higher attendance rates Lower dropout rates Better performance on standardized tests When we invest in arts ed, we are investing in the overall success of OK's schools. secure.everyaction.com/5w6CPKFsYEmu9x…

Get the 30-minute breakdown in our monthly webinar 🏛️ We’re breaking down the latest updates on legislation affecting: ✅ Arts Education & Classroom Access ✅ Non-profit taxes ✅ Ticketing Accountability (SB 1241) & more! Register now! secure.everyaction.com/HOWzjdyI-k-Yce… #ArtForThePeople

Thank you to the Senate Business and Insurance Committee for advancing ticketing accountability legislation. 🎟️✅ This is an important step toward transparency for fans, stronger protections against deceptive practices, and keeping more arts dollars in Oklahoma communities.

This is a gap that can only be closed through policy and protected funding. Arts Day on April 30th is our opportunity to show up for our students. Register for Arts Day and be our students' voices at the Capitol! 🏛️👨‍🎨 secure.everyaction.com/022S_tkYCEiGTl… #ArtsEducation #ArtsDay #OFTA