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Protect Arts Nonprofits and the Communities We Serve: Oppose H.R. 9495

The House of Representatives is expected to soon vote on H.R. 9495. This bill would grant the Department of Treasury the authority to label nonprofits as terrorist-supporting organizations—without due process—and revoke their nonprofit status. We must act. Today, we call on you—our stakeholders, partners, and allies—to join us in urging Congress to oppose H.R. 9495.

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A photo of an acoustic guitar with text, Greater Pittsburgh Arts Council presents Acoustic Pittsburgh.

Spotify Playlist: Acoustic Pittsburgh

Let the gentle melodies and heartfelt lyrics of the acoustic songs in this month's playlist serve as a backdrop for moments of reflection and relaxation—something we can use a bit of as the leaves fall and the bustling holiday season comes at us in full force.

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Gwen Coburn in Sad Girl Songs // Photo courtesy of Carnegie Stage

Must-See Pittsburgh Art Exhibits, Concerts, and Performances: November 18-24

Explore Pittsburgh’s arts and culture scene with this week’s event recommendations, featuring art exhibits, concerts, performances, films, literary events, and more!

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A selection of artists and arts workers who received a $3,000 Artist Income Recovery grant pose during The Creative Hive on Thursday, November 14, 2024. // Photo by Patrick Fisher

Greater Pittsburgh Arts Council Awards $354,000 in Pandemic Relief Grants to 118 Artists and Arts Workers in Southwestern Pennsylvania

The Greater Pittsburgh Arts Council has awarded 118 artists and arts workers across Allegheny, Beaver, Greene, and Washington counties with $3,000 individual grants, totaling $354,000 in financial relief made possible through the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, Commonwealth Financing Authority (CFA), and the Department of Community and Economic Development.

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The Arts Must Be Protected. Our Post-Election Commitment.

The Arts Must Be Protected: Our Post-Election Commitment

In the week following the election, we have seen online and heard in conversation how many of you are grappling with a profound mix of emotions—concern, fear, frustration, and exhaustion. We recognize the very real fear that many of us—particularly Black, immigrant, femme, queer, and disabled artists—are carrying. We want to affirm this: The Greater Pittsburgh Arts Council is committed to ensuring that the arts—and the freedom to create and express—remain protected and supported as foundational pillars of a healthy, thriving democracy.

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Artistic Jobs & Opportunities November 2024

Artistic Jobs and Opportunities Roundup: November 2024

Looking for employment as an artist or arts administrator in Pittsburgh? We’ve compiled a list of job openings at some of the area's best arts and cultural institutions, as well as regional and national opportunities.

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