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Philadelphia's cultural sector is optimistic for the futureIn a survey of cultural organizations conducted this summer by the Cultural Alliance, responding nonprofit cultural groups were generally optimistic about the future, with 51% believing business conditions will improve in the next fiscal year and 3 out of 4 groups reporting that they have either increased programming recently or plan to do so in the future. The survey received 102 responses from a diverse mix of disciplines and budget sizes. “Despite ongoing challenges in the broader environment, these findings are positive indicators, not just for cultural groups, but for the region as a whole,” said Maud Lyon, Cultural Alliance President. Key findings of the survey include: Cultural groups are optimistic about the future
Revenue has increased for many groups in the last 12 months
Groups are continuing to adapt to the changing business environment
These results reflect the experience of 102 organizations representing a wide range of budget sizes and disciplines that responded to a questionnaire assessing the effects of the economy on their fundraising, programming and other activities. About the Greater Philadelphia Cultural Alliance Established in 1972, the Greater Philadelphia Cultural Alliance is the region’s leading arts and cultural advocacy, research and marketing organization. Our mission is to “lead, strengthen and give voice to a diverse cultural sector that is making Philadelphia a world-class region to live, work, and play.” Our membership includes over 450 organizations ranging from museums and dance companies to community art centers, historic sites, music ensembles and zoos. Our members, as well as the cultural community as a whole, count on the Alliance for signature research reports on the health and growth of the sector; grantmaking in partnership with the Pennsylvania Council on the arts; robust professional development and membership services; marketing and audience development through our signature consumer marketing programs, Phillyfunguide.com and Funsavers; and leadership in policy and community engagement through our GroundSwell advocacy initiative and STAMP teen program. For more information on the Cultural Alliance, please visit www.philaculture.org.
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In a survey of cultural organizations conducted this summer by the Cultural Alliance, responding nonprofit cultural groups were generally optimistic about the future, with 51% believing business conditions will improve in the next fiscal year and 3 out of 4 groups reporting that they have either increased programming recently or plan to do so in the future. The survey received 102 responses from a diverse mix of disciplines and budget sizes. |
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The work of the Greater Philadelphia Cultural Alliance is made possible through the generous support of committed individuals and institutions. |