Region 4 Services

Tippecanoe Arts Federation (TAF) has proudly served as Region 4 Arts Partner of the Indiana Arts Commission (IAC), a state agency, since 1997. It is one of 12 partner organizations throughout the State.

Serving a population of just over 525,000 citizens, Region 4 County Representatives cover the largest geographic area among the Partners, and includes 14 counties: Benton, Carroll, Cass, Clinton, Fountain, Howard, Jasper, Newton, Montgomery, Pulaski, Tippecanoe, Tipton, Warren, and White.

The goals of the Regional Arts Partnership are to increase public awareness and access to the arts, as well as to provide advocacy and support of the arts – all at the local level and regional level. Each Regional Partner provides four core services:

Information & Referral

The Tippecanoe Arts Federation regularly provides and maintains an arts and cultural calendar highlighting the activities of regional organizations and artists. Using integrated software, TAF is able to share information on indianaarts.org. TAF staff offers contacts for artists and arts groups, instructors, leads on other funding sources, and a host of other information and services throughout the region.

Technical Assistance

TAF offers how-to workshops, leadership development, capacity building, tips for connecting with businesses and more. If you have a topic you would like to be explored geared to artists, arts organizations, or both, we would love to hear your ideas.  Email Paige Sharp, Director of Regional Services at .

In addition to TAF staff providing technical assistance, attorney Miriam Robeson has provided technical assistance, workshops and other valued council and advice to arts organizations within Region 4. Ms. Robeson's website - http://www.lawlatte.com

Small Business Development for Creative Types
and Artist Grant Writing
November 17, 2009

REGISTRATION REQUIRED

9:30 to 11:30 • Small Business Development for Creative Types, Presented by Miriam Robeson
12:30 to 1:30 • Individual Artist Grants, Presented by the Indiana Arts Commission

Register for one or both • COST: FREE. A lunch can be provided for $10.00
Open to All Artists across All Disciplines (Visual Arts, Performing, Literary, Craft…)
(download flyer)

Small Business Development for Creative Types
Are you currently running a small creative business, but thinking it would be nice to get a better
understanding of what you’re doing? Or, are you thinking about selling your work and not sure how to
start? Beginning and running a small business can be overwhelming and intimidating, but all you need
are the right tools in your toolbox. During the course of her workshop, she will teach artists the key
elements of small business development. Topics include:
• Creating a Business Plan – what it is and why it’s important
• Creative Cooperatives – Knowing when it’s best for you
• Small Business Paperwork and Bookkeeping – what it is and why it’s important
• Small Business Development How to’s
• Taxes and Legal concerns
• And, everybody’s favorite: the Basics of Intellectual Property

Individual Artist Grants
Move beyond thinking about writing a grant and do it! Remember – knowledge is power.
This workshop features presentations on:
• the Indiana Arts Commission Individual Artist (IAP) Grant,
• the application process, and
• Grantwriting 101
Learn both the basics of writing a successful proposal as well as the IAP Grant process whose deadline is
only a few months away. For FY2011, the following disciplines will be open: Crafts, Design Arts, Media
Arts, Photography, Visual Arts and Artist Access. FY2012 will see the remaining disciplines open: Dance,
Literature, Music, and Theater. Regardless of your artistic expertise ‐ attend. Understanding both the
basic layout of grant applications and how to author a grant can play a vital role to your success.

Presented at the Tippecanoe Arts Federation Wells Community Center
For further information, contact Paige Sharp, Director of Regional Services •
rsd@tippecanoearts.org • 765‐423‐2787

imageYouth Workers Cafe - Holiday Gathering

Wednesday, December 16th, 2009
11:30 am - 1:30 pm
Big Brothers Big Sisters Community Room
3805 Fortune Drive
Lafayette, IN

For our last luncheon of the year, Indiana Youth Institute (IYI) will be proving a free, networking lunch for youth workers. Come and discuss your year's successes and goals for next year, and help us generate topics for our 2010 series of YWC meetings. Lunch is free and will be catered by Olive Garden, courtesy of IYI, but a registration is required.$Free

To Register


imageFinancial Accountability
Wednesday, January 14th, 2010
6:30 pm - 8:30 pm (central standard time)
Newton County Government Center

4117 S. 240 W.
Morocco, IN 47963
Presented by: Attorney, Miriam Robeson

The Board and Financial Accountability - What Nonprofit Boards Need to Know About Managing Money. Boards of Directors are responsible for the financial integrity of the nonprofit they govern, yet many Directors do not understand basic financial statements or what "risks" must be managed. This workshop will focus on three areas of financial management - (1) Financial statements and how to read them, (2) Financial risks and how to manage them, and (3) Best Practices for financial management. Both funders and the government require greater accountability from nonprofits and nonprofit Boards of Directors; this workshop will help board members understand and achieve increased standards of financial oversight and accountability.
$10.00
To Register


imageCreating a Development Plan
Wednesday, March 11th, 2009
6:30 pm - 8:30 pm (central standard time)

Carnegie Center
301 N. Van Rensselaer Street
Rensselaer, IN
Presented by: Laura Edwards, Development Officer, Purdue University

With the multitude of media and information available to nonprofits on fundraising advice, organizations can be more overwhelmed than ever on deciding where to begin.
Whether you are new to fundraising, or have experience in the field and are seeking a fresh approach to planning for your resource development endeavors, this workshop will focus on providing practical strategies and tactical steps for creating a viable fundraising plan for your organization. Discussions will include setting your monetary and engagement goals, planning fundraising approach, annual funds and major gifts.
$10.00
To Register