New York State Council on the Arts

**Our Mission** **To foster and advance the full breadth of New York State’s arts, culture, and creativity for all.** **Our Process** NYSCA upholds the right of all New Yorkers to experience the vital contributions the arts make to our communities, education, economic development and quality of life. NYSCA funding supports the visual, literary, media and performing arts and includes dedicated support for arts education and underserved communities. NYSCA further advances New York's creative culture by hosting convenings with leaders in the field and providing organizational and professional development opportunities and informational resources. **NYSCA Values:** - **The vast diversity of New York State communities.** - **Equitable engagement with the arts for people of all ages and inclusive of all backgrounds.** - **Access to the full breadth of arts and culture.** - **The vital role that arts and culture play in the health of the economy and people.** - **The constant evolution of artmaking and creative practice.** - **Creativity as a community asset.**