Accounting & the arts

Accounting & the arts

Most people think that there’s not a lot in common between accounting and the arts. But the two do have something in common – money. Even artists have to eat, and to make a living as an artist, you have to make money. It’s not about winning million pound commissions...
Developing fundraising ideas

Developing fundraising ideas

Developing fundraising ideas in the arts world. Ideas and SWOT analysis Gather together ideas from all of your stakeholders.  Include colleagues, volunteers, donors, partners, users, competitors and beneficiaries. For example brain storming (or if you prefer, thought...
Arts and business – plan!

Arts and business – plan!

Arts and business – plan! Moreover, arts organisations are full of creative and energised people, who want to deliver inspiring work for their audiences. That is to say, they want to put on amazing events that will have people inspired. But that doesn’t mean they...