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Nationwide school cuts: Roughly 55% of U.S. school districts (about 7,000 out of 12,546) have significantly reduced or eliminated arts programs—representing around $19.5 billion in lost arts funding annually
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State-level declines: Adjusted for inflation, U.S. public school arts funding dropped 43.4% by 2019
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At the federal level, the FY 2026 U.S. budget proposal included a 15% cut ($12 billion) to the Department of Education, resulting in $4.5 billion less for K–12 programs—including arts
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Return on investment: Arts funding yields academic improvements, higher civic engagement, economic vitality, and long-term societal benefits.
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Equity imperative: Investment helps close racial, socioeconomic, and geographic gaps in arts access.
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Diversity in creative fields: Cuts disproportionately affect working-class and minority students, risking a less inclusive cultural landscape
FAQs
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Absolutely. To arrange a cash or check drop-off, please call Molly at the published telephone number. Checks can also be mailed to the listed address. Checks can be made out to STAGECRAFT ARTS COLLECTIVE LLC. To best protect your donation, please do not mail cash. Upon receiving a donation, a receipt will be mailed or emailed to the donor within 24 hours.
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Incoming donations to Stagecraft Arts Collective will directly support accessible, inclusive arts education for youth of all ages and backgrounds. Funds will be used to provide scholarships for students in need, purchase classroom supplies and creative materials, compensate teaching artists fairly, and help maintain our welcoming, whimsical learning space. Every dollar ensures that the next generation of artists, storytellers, and change-makers has the tools and support to thrive.