What We Do

Policy and Advocacy

We ensure culture creators have a seat at the table—informing the decisions that shape their lives and livelihoods.

Policy Monitoring & Response
Tracking and responding to proposed regulations affecting music, street performance, permitting, zoning, and more
Artist-Centered Policy Campaigns
Leading efforts to influence public policy—from sound ordinances to the use of public space use and cultural zoning
Civic Engagement Training
Helping artists speak at public meetings, contact elected officials, and advocate for their communities
Navigating Legal & Bureaucratic Change
Support for artists facing legal challenges related to cultural work, performances, or public space use

We equip culture bearers with knowledge, tools, and community connections to advocate for themselves and each other.

Mobile University
Artist-centered training on grant writing, entrepreneurship, financial literacy, and navigating city system
Teach-Ins & Community Forums
Public events and informal gatherings that build civic awareness and cultural organizing skills
Research & Data Collection
Community-driven studies like Frenchmen Notes that highlight trends, challenges, and opportunities in the cultural economy
Community Engagement Sessions
Creative gatherings designed to surface community needs and co-create solutions

We help artists and culture bearers build stability and resilience by connecting them to practical, culturally informed resources.

Makin’ Gardens
Hands-on gardening workshops in food deserts that promote food security, sustainability, and mental well-being

Emergency Support Pathways
Resource coordination and guidance during times of personal or citywide crisis (e.g., housing, health, lost gigs)
Fiscal Sponsorships
Back-end infrastructure that allows emerging artists and collectives to access funding, manage donations, and build legitimacy
Resource Referrals & Navigation
One-on-one support for navigating grant applications, permits, insurance, and business planning