Creative Exchange

Through the Creative Exchange, we strive to give all who contribute to the arts sector — artists, arts leaders, individuals working for arts and cultural nonprofits, gallery owners, patrons of the arts, and more — the connection, access to resources, skill building, and business coaching they need to grow and thrive on Cape Cod and the Islands.


Creative Exchange Programs


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Capacity-Building Program

A five-month program that guides artists in creating a roadmap identifying goals for their creative business and action steps for achieving them. Artists in the Cohort have access to one-on-one coaching with the Arts Foundation's Programs Manager, plus alumni-led and peer-led small group sessions; connection to other creatives on Cape Cod, Martha's Vineyard, and Nantucket to support one another on their professional journeys; workshops focused on strengthening and growing their business; a public showcase of their work; and a $1,000 working capital grant awarded at program completion.


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Virtual and in-person events + workshops

We are building a stronger arts sector through forging strong connections. Our meetups are purposefully designed to foster meaningful relationships among artists, arts leaders, and individuals contributing to the arts.


Our Podcast

Connect, be inspired, and exchange ideas

WITH MEMBERSHIP COMES BENEFITS

The Creative Exchange Membership is for emerging and established artists of all mediums and backgrounds, cultural organizations, and supporters of the arts led by artists and experts who understand the needs of the creative sector.

ARTIST SPOTLIGHT

Here for the next era of arts and artists.

Filipe Miguel

Multidisciplinary Artist, New Bedford

When you invest in the Arts Foundation of Cape Cod, you invest in all of the arts.