RACC’s local advocacy efforts help inform budgets and policies in the City of Portland, Metro, and Clackamas, Multnomah and Washington Counties. RACC is funded by all five of these jurisdictions and there are a variety of ways that our constituents can encourage public support for art and culture in the tri-county Portland region.
Please join us: RACC in Community on Monday Sept. 25 from 6-8pm
Posted September 21, 2023
We invite you to our third RACC in Community engagement. This is an opportunity to get informed and ask questions about the July announcement from the City of Portland, proposing to not renew RACC’s contract, and to learn how you can support RACC at this time. When: Monday, September 25 Time: 6:00-8:00 pm Where: Lakewood Center for the Arts, […]
Please join us: RACC in Community on Wednesday Sept.20, 2023
Posted September 20, 2023
We invite you to our second RACC in Community engagement. This is an opportunity to ask questions about the recent announcement from the City of Portland about the proposal to not renew RACC’s contract, and to learn how you can support RACC at this time. Bring your voice, curiosity, and your questions. RACC was built by community for […]
A Call to Action: Legacy Arts Council asks Communities for Support in Fight for Continued Partnership with Portland
Posted September 14, 2023
Immediate Release September 14, 2023 Regional Arts and Culture Council holds in-person events with its supporters to rally awareness, support for its continued contract with the City PORTLAND, Ore. — The Regional Arts and Culture Council (RACC) is doing what it does best: Building community for the purpose of supporting the region’s artists and creatives. […]
Please join us: RACC in Community on Thursday Sept.14, 2023
Posted September 11, 2023
We invite you to our first RACC in Community engagement. This is an opportunity to ask questions about the recent announcement from the City of Portland about the proposal to not renew RACC’s contract, and to learn how you can support RACC at this time. This is the first of a series of community events we will hold throughout the […]
Advocacy in Arts Education
Posted September 6, 2023
What do we want? Arts Education! When do we want it? Now! This seems like the mantra every new school year, every budget season, and perennially from youth across our communities. They love art. They love the paint, the sticky glue on their fingers, the seasonal pumpkin sketches, and the field trips to performances and […]
SAVE the Date- November 6th Arts & Economic Prosperity 6 Study Results announced
Posted August 16, 2023
Join us on Monday, November 6, 2023, for the Americans for the Arts- Arts & Economic Prosperity Study 6 ( AFTA-AEP6) Survey share out hosted by the Lakewood Center for the Arts in Lake Oswego, Oregon. Immerse yourself in the vibrant world of arts and culture as we present a dynamic showcase on the economic impact of […]
Supporting RACC & Contacting Portland City Council
Posted August 14, 2023
The recent announcement by City of Portland Commissioner Dan Ryan to discontinue its 28-year contract with the Regional Arts & Culture Council (RACC) has ignited a passionate response within the creative community. RACC, a 501(c)(3) organization, has been a steadfast advocate for artists and creatives in the tri-county region, ensuring equitable access to funding, resources, […]
OPB’s Think Out Loud captures RACC response to City Defunding Announcement
Posted July 27, 2023
Uniting in Support of RACC: Advocating for Artistic Equity in Portland The recent announcement by City of Portland Commissioner Dan Ryan to discontinue its 28-year contract with the Regional Arts & Culture Council (RACC) has sparked concern and uncertainty within the creative community. RACC, a 501(c)(3) organization, has been a steadfast advocate for artists and […]