Who can become a member:

The Creative Exchange is for individuals and cultural organizations who are actively shaping the creative landscape. Whether you’re an independent artist, part of a collective, or leading an arts or entertainment organization, this community is designed to support and connect those working in the creative sector.

We welcome artists of all mediums, from visual and performing arts to literature, music, film, and digital media. Cultural nonprofits, commercial arts enterprises, and artist collectives of all sizes are also an integral part of our network. Rooted in Cape Cod, Nantucket, and Martha’s Vineyard, the Creative Exchange fosters collaboration, shared knowledge, and meaningful connections that strengthen our region’s creative economy.

Explore more about the Creative Exchange by selecting one of the programs below:

Why membership matters to the Creative Exchange

The Creative Exchange is more than a membership—it’s a community of artists, makers, and creative thinkers who believe in the power of connection. It’s a space to share ideas, spark collaborations, and be part of a collective that values the role of the arts in shaping our world. Creativity thrives in conversation. Here, you’ll find support, inspiration, and opportunities to grow alongside peers who understand the joys and challenges of an artistic career. The Creative Exchange is about more than what you create—it’s about who you create with.

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Creative Exchange Workshops & Meetups

Year-round online and in-person artist professional development workshops that prioritize strategies for growing your business as an artist (we cover all mediums). Previous workshops have included taxes and money management for creatives as well as artist licensing. Have a topic you want covered? Reach out to us at info@artsfoundation.org.

2025 Schedule>

A one-day conference October 8, 2025 at the Cotuit Center for the Arts

The Conference will feature workshops on a variety of topics aimed at addressing the professional development needs of our creative community while offering attendees a chance to network with other like-minded individuals working in the arts sector.

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Capacity-Building Grant Program for Artists

Selected artists will work to develop a business plan and leave with a road map for how to take concrete steps toward financial stability. Included in this program is one-on-one coaching to ensure each individual artist’s needs are met. Each participant will be given a $2,000 stipend. The second year of the program will be limited to 15 participants. Applications for the second cohort are now closed. We will announce artists selected for the cohort in December 2023 for the 2024 program.

Learn more>Meet the 2024 Capacity Grant Artists!

Arts Cape Cod & it's On!

ArtsCapeCod.org is a website built and maintained by the Arts Foundation of Cape Cod to support and promote the rich cultural landscape of the region. A comprehensive online destination for residents and visitors seeking information about events, artists, local businesses, and attractions, ArtsCapeCod.org gives a complete picture of the Cape’s diverse and never-ending artistic and cultural offerings. Event listings for more than 2,000 events on Cape Cod each year. Profile listings for artists, organizations, and businesses. Classifieds provide an outlet for audition notices, calls to artists, job openings, and community announcements. Public art directory with information about outdoor, accessible art nearby. Venue listings with ability to contact and book available spaces. Post updates or relevant local arts news with a complimentary blog space.

Create an ArtsCapeCod.org profile today>Download the ArtsCapeCod.org User Guide

Creative Exchange Podcast Series

The Creative Exchange Podcast is a collaboration between the Arts Foundation of Cape Cod (AFCC) and the Cultural Center of Cape Cod in South Yarmouth. Hosted by AFCC Executive Director Julie Wake, the series is an ode to the artistic process and its unique manifestation on Cape Cod and beyond.

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