Why become a member of the Arts & Humanities Council of Charlotte County?

The Arts improve our local economy. In 2007, cultural events from the non-profit organizations atrracted more than 452,000 patrons, generating over $21 million in spending and $756,000 in revenue generated to local government.

The Arts help attract visitors to Charlotte County. Our lively cultural life is an added benefit to tourists and family visitors.

The Arts keep your property values up. The active cultural existence in Charlotte County contributes to our quality of life and makes our home a desirable place to live and work. This contributes to real estate growth.

The Arts attract skilled and an educated workforce. A vital cultural atmosphere is an important criteria for people on the move and is more likely to keep them here.

The Arts insure innovative and creative learning opportunities for our students. The Council strongly advocates implementing the arts as fundamental to a well-rounded education.

The Arts & Humanities Council is a 501c3 organization that relies on memberships, sponsorships, fundraising and grants to fund its programs.  Won't you help us?

As a member, in addition to feeling good about supporting the ARTS in Charlotte County, you will receive:

• The Annual Cultural Calendar
• Advanced invitations to special events like the Gift to Charlotte, the Charlie Award  Reception and gallery receptions.
 Discounts for special events and programs.
 
As an Artist Member, you also receive:
• Call for Artists - announcements on juried shows, exhibitions, grants, etc.
• The opportunity to exhibit in Art in Public Places.
• You become eligible to be our featured Artist of the Month. 
• Invitations to educational seminars geared to artists.
• Link to the A&H Council website.

As an Arts or Civic Organizational Member, you also receive:
• The opportunity to list your events in the Annual Cultural Calendar.
• The opportunity to submit press releases for inclusion in the weekly Charlotte Arts column in the Charlotte Sun.   
• The opportunity to display brochures and posters in the A&H Council Gallery.
• Invitations to special events and workshops.
• Link to the A&H Council website.

Business or Professional PARTnership with the Arts & Humanities Council, you will also receive:
• 10 individual memberships for your customers or employees
• Recognition as a PARTnership Member.
• First option to sponsor/cosponsor events with the Council.
• Opportunity to become an Art in Public Places site.
• Link to the A&H Council website.

What type of events and Programs can you look forward to and take advantage of?

   Special Events & Programs:  Artrain USA - Patron of the Arts Events - The Gift to Charlotte
   Annual:  Artsensation - the Charlie Awards - Annual Membership Reception - Holiday Open House
   Monthly:  Artist Receptions
   Weekly:  Charlotte Arts column in the Charlotte Sun - Calendar of Events emailed to you.