NeXt is a nationally recognized program dedicated to preparing the next generation of emerging professionals for volunteer leadership roles within the arts community. Participants will embark on an immersive, 10-month journey experiencing all aspects of cultural engagement.
Applications for Class of 2018 are now closed. Class of 2019 applications will open May 2018.
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Throughout the program, NeXt Ambassadors will network with high profile community leaders, take on rewarding arts-focused projects that have a real impact on arts organizations, enjoy world-class art events, learn where their talents are most needed, and become a defining voice in the future of the arts. NeXt projects will span an array of areas, but will most often fall into the categories of: collaborative initiatives, audience development, event management, program implementation, business operations, marketing and communications, and philanthropy.
The 2018 NeXt Class will meet every third Thursday of each month beginning in September 2017 until graduation in June 2018.
Tuition for the program is $500; scholarships are available but limited and granted based on need. Applications will open Monday, May 8 and close June 30. Applicants will be informed of their application status in July.
If you have questions, please reach out to Sibel Solagan at ssolagan@fundforthearts.org.
Program Calendar
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September 21, 2017 |
The Fund for the Arts: An Introduction |
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October 19, 2017 |
Arts 101 |
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November 16, 2017 |
Economics of the Arts |
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December 21, 2017 |
Arts in Education |
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January 18, 2017 |
Board Membership |
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February 15, 2018 |
Impact of the Arts |
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March 15, 2018 |
Fundraising |
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April 19, 2018 |
Cultural Planning |
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May 17, 2018 |
Carving Your Own Path |
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June 21, 2018 |
Project Presentations and Program Conclusion |
The Project
NeXt believes that arts bring color and passion to our lives. That working hard and taking on big challenges can be fun and rewarding. And that world-class arts and culture organizations throughout the region contribute substantially to our quality of place and growing economy.
501c3’s from across the region will be offered the opportunity to ask for help and NeXt Ambassadors will be there to answer that call. Projects will span an array of areas, but will most often fall into the categories of: collaborative initiatives, audience development, event management, program implementation, business operations, marketing and communications, and philanthropy.
The NeXt program is not a project competition. Young professionals and Arts organizations alike desire the same interaction with one another – a hands-on experience. NeXt seeks to engage these talented emerging leaders in service of the Arts and create ambassadors for life!
Project Parameters:
• Organizations must be a 501c3
• Submissions due by June 30, 2017
• 10 month or less completion time table
• Be an Arts or Cultural related project
• Require hands on team engagement
NeXt Class of 2017
NeXtGen Board
The mission of NeXtGen is to cultivate resources, experiences, and events to connect Louisville’s emerging leaders with its arts and cultural community, inspiring the next generation of philanthropic and cultural leaders.
Stephanie Sturgeon, President
David Phillips, Immediate Past President
Kaet Barron, Secretary
Adam Price, NeXt Support and Recruitment Committee Chair
Liam Felsen, Alumni Engagement Committee Chair
Andrea Strange, Community Engagement Committee Chair
Jacqueline Brill
Joy Collins
Annie Dutton
Bella Portaro Kueber
Monique McFarland
Tara McGuire
Dillon Miles
Joe Schmidt
Kerry Wang