BECOME A MEMBER
photo courtesy of the Nassau County Museum of Art
As a member of Long Island Arts Alliance, you join a broad network of arts organizations committed to the continued cultural development on Long Island.
LIAA serves as the primary advocate for the arts and arts education on Long Island.
We invite you to join our family of cultural organizations by becoming a member today.
Become a member of our family of cultural organizations today and join LIAA, the island-wide arts agency dedicated to helping your organization succeed. We foster connections with other cultural organizations and increase the public’s awareness of your programs and activities. Our cultural members are our partners, and together, we work to strengthen the county’s cultural sector, advocate for the arts with a unified voice, and increase local and regional audiences.
LIAA membership is open to arts, cultural, and entertainment organizations of all budget sizes, including nonprofit, commercial, and artist collectives. As a member, you will have access to our full range of member benefits for one calendar year. Membership dues are on a sliding scale based on your organization’s budget size and tax status. Join now and take advantage of the opportunities and resources available to you through LIAA.
BENEFITS OF MEMBERSHIP
Community Connections
- LIAA Member-Only Newsletter
The LIAA newsletter is a month round-up newsletter with grant opportunities and deadlines, professional development seminars, and other news directly relevant to your organizations - Advocacy Alerts & Industry Updates
Stay up to date on the policies that are most effecting your organizations, and arm yourself with the tools and knowledge to approach your local policy-makers. - Member Events
Opportunities to gather as a community and reconnect with old friends, welcome new arts administrators to the field, build networks, and socialize outside the confines of the office. - Direct Access to other LIAA Members
We'll help connect you with the people and resources that can make a difference in your day to day.
Capacity-Building
- Workshops & Professional Development Opportunities
Access to all Arts Management Forums, workshops, webinars and networking events. LIAA provides workshops regarding topics that most affect our sector, including the changing media/marketing landscape, consumer behavior, pricing, and climate resiliency. Past workshop topics include, equity & inclusion, hiring and staff retention, audience development, digital marketing, and other industry needs. - Create a Virtual Tour of Your Venue/Exhibition
Engage online Audiences and maximize marketing budgets with 360° interactive 3D tours! Virtual tours are key to accessibility, audience development and archiving. Many studies throughout the past year have indicated that virtual tours are proven to increase engagement and drive online sales/donations. LEARN MORE>> - As a valued member of LIAA, you will receive early notifications about available in-kind donations from production houses, festivals, and event producers who wish to donate various materials. Members in good standing are notified of these opportunities first, and they are distributed on a first-come-first-serve basis.
- Discounted Professional Services
Members have an opportunity to apply for limited pro-bono legal services courtesy of Farrell Fritz Attorneys
Visibility & Exposure
- Promote Events on LI Arts and Culture Events Calendar
The LIAA ARTS & CULTURE CALENDAR is a gateway to local arts and cultural events and happenings across Long Island. LIAA Members are invited to submit unlimited events for free to directly connect with a targeted audience through an easy-to-navigate, self-publishing calendar, weekly emailed event newsletters, and social media promotions. - LIAA Member Directory
Listing as Member Organization with link to your site and direct donation page (if applicable) in the Member Directory on LIAA website. All upcoming events for your venue will populate on your listing page, as well as any virtual tours completed by LIAA. - Digital Marketing & Social Media Promotion
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MEMBER RATES
2024 MEMBERSHIP: JANUARY 1 - DECEMBER 31, 2024
LIAA Membership provides access to our full range of member benefits for one calendar year. Membership dues are on a sliding scale based on your organization’s budget size and tax status.
| Annual Operating Expenses | Membership Dues |
|---|---|
| Under $250,000 | $75 |
| $250,000 - $499,999 | $150 |
| $500,000 - $999,999 | $250 |
| $1 - $4.9 Million | $375 |
| $5 Million and above | $475 |
| Commercial (for-profit) Arts Entities | $500 |
| Educational Institutions | $2,500 |