Oklahomans for the Arts
@ok4arts.bsky.social
We advocate to protect, support, and advance the arts for all Oklahomans.
OFTA is trying to stop ticketing fraud in Oklahoma! Oklahomans for the Arts is proud to support SB 1241: The Oklahoma Fraud and Ticketing Accountability Act (OFTA). This bill will protect fans, artists, and local venues.
Visit our website to take action: www.ok4arts.org/ofta
Visit our website to take action: www.ok4arts.org/ofta
December 23, 2025 at 2:00 PM
OFTA is trying to stop ticketing fraud in Oklahoma! Oklahomans for the Arts is proud to support SB 1241: The Oklahoma Fraud and Ticketing Accountability Act (OFTA). This bill will protect fans, artists, and local venues.
Visit our website to take action: www.ok4arts.org/ofta
Visit our website to take action: www.ok4arts.org/ofta
Kevin Alvarado, OCU theater student, reminds us that arts education is about more than just a performance, it's about personal growth. As an undergraduate theater student, he's seen firsthand how the arts build confidence, empathy, and critical thinking.
#OK4Arts
#OK4Arts
December 22, 2025 at 10:02 PM
Kevin Alvarado, OCU theater student, reminds us that arts education is about more than just a performance, it's about personal growth. As an undergraduate theater student, he's seen firsthand how the arts build confidence, empathy, and critical thinking.
#OK4Arts
#OK4Arts
Your Voice is Needed: Register for Arts Day 2026 📢
Thursday, April 30, 2026 | Oklahoma State Capitol
Individual Registration: secure.everyaction.com/022S_tkYCEiG...
Organization Registration: www.ok4arts.org/arts-day
We look forward to advocating together with you at the Capitol 🏦🧑🎨
Thursday, April 30, 2026 | Oklahoma State Capitol
Individual Registration: secure.everyaction.com/022S_tkYCEiG...
Organization Registration: www.ok4arts.org/arts-day
We look forward to advocating together with you at the Capitol 🏦🧑🎨
December 20, 2025 at 6:02 PM
Your Voice is Needed: Register for Arts Day 2026 📢
Thursday, April 30, 2026 | Oklahoma State Capitol
Individual Registration: secure.everyaction.com/022S_tkYCEiG...
Organization Registration: www.ok4arts.org/arts-day
We look forward to advocating together with you at the Capitol 🏦🧑🎨
Thursday, April 30, 2026 | Oklahoma State Capitol
Individual Registration: secure.everyaction.com/022S_tkYCEiG...
Organization Registration: www.ok4arts.org/arts-day
We look forward to advocating together with you at the Capitol 🏦🧑🎨
The heart of the holiday season is built on tradition, and those traditions are profoundly shaped by the arts. At OFTA, we celebrate their role in keeping our traditions alive and enriching our communities. ♥️
December 18, 2025 at 6:03 PM
The heart of the holiday season is built on tradition, and those traditions are profoundly shaped by the arts. At OFTA, we celebrate their role in keeping our traditions alive and enriching our communities. ♥️
From the classroom to the community, Trey Hays is a true force for arts advocacy. A fine arts teacher and author, he founded the Johnston County Arts Council, a non-profit dedicated to uplifting local arts.
Take the Pledge: www.ok4arts.org/oklahomans-f...
#IAmAnOklahomanForTheArts
Take the Pledge: www.ok4arts.org/oklahomans-f...
#IAmAnOklahomanForTheArts
December 8, 2025 at 4:03 PM
From the classroom to the community, Trey Hays is a true force for arts advocacy. A fine arts teacher and author, he founded the Johnston County Arts Council, a non-profit dedicated to uplifting local arts.
Take the Pledge: www.ok4arts.org/oklahomans-f...
#IAmAnOklahomanForTheArts
Take the Pledge: www.ok4arts.org/oklahomans-f...
#IAmAnOklahomanForTheArts
Our creative sector is a powerhouse of economic activity driving jobs, tourism, and revenue statewide. When you advocate for the arts, you are advocating for a stronger, more vibrant community and economy.
Explore the NEW economic data here: www.ok4arts.org/economy
#OFTA
Explore the NEW economic data here: www.ok4arts.org/economy
#OFTA
November 27, 2025 at 3:04 PM
Our creative sector is a powerhouse of economic activity driving jobs, tourism, and revenue statewide. When you advocate for the arts, you are advocating for a stronger, more vibrant community and economy.
Explore the NEW economic data here: www.ok4arts.org/economy
#OFTA
Explore the NEW economic data here: www.ok4arts.org/economy
#OFTA
Arts Day 2026 Registration is Open 📣
This is Oklahoma's only arts advocacy day where you can join hundreds of artists, musicians, organizations, and educators to advocate for our sector.
Register Now: www.ok4arts.org/arts-and-cul...
#ArtsDay2026 #OK4Arts #ArtsAdvocacy
This is Oklahoma's only arts advocacy day where you can join hundreds of artists, musicians, organizations, and educators to advocate for our sector.
Register Now: www.ok4arts.org/arts-and-cul...
#ArtsDay2026 #OK4Arts #ArtsAdvocacy
November 21, 2025 at 2:31 PM
Arts Day 2026 Registration is Open 📣
This is Oklahoma's only arts advocacy day where you can join hundreds of artists, musicians, organizations, and educators to advocate for our sector.
Register Now: www.ok4arts.org/arts-and-cul...
#ArtsDay2026 #OK4Arts #ArtsAdvocacy
This is Oklahoma's only arts advocacy day where you can join hundreds of artists, musicians, organizations, and educators to advocate for our sector.
Register Now: www.ok4arts.org/arts-and-cul...
#ArtsDay2026 #OK4Arts #ArtsAdvocacy
Reading, math, language, science, and social studies are taught through the arts. Students cycle through special arts learning labs in dance and creative movement, visual arts, and vocal music.
Arts education is not an extra, it is a core strategy for raising test scores.
#OFTA
Arts education is not an extra, it is a core strategy for raising test scores.
#OFTA
November 20, 2025 at 3:04 PM
Reading, math, language, science, and social studies are taught through the arts. Students cycle through special arts learning labs in dance and creative movement, visual arts, and vocal music.
Arts education is not an extra, it is a core strategy for raising test scores.
#OFTA
Arts education is not an extra, it is a core strategy for raising test scores.
#OFTA
From grand symphonies to local performances, the arts enrich our lives and strengthen our communities. 🎻
Join us! Take the pledge today to show your support for the arts in Oklahoma.
www.ok4arts.org/oklahomans-f...
#IAmAnOklahomanForTheArts #OKCPhilharmonic #OKArts
Join us! Take the pledge today to show your support for the arts in Oklahoma.
www.ok4arts.org/oklahomans-f...
#IAmAnOklahomanForTheArts #OKCPhilharmonic #OKArts
November 17, 2025 at 2:05 PM
From grand symphonies to local performances, the arts enrich our lives and strengthen our communities. 🎻
Join us! Take the pledge today to show your support for the arts in Oklahoma.
www.ok4arts.org/oklahomans-f...
#IAmAnOklahomanForTheArts #OKCPhilharmonic #OKArts
Join us! Take the pledge today to show your support for the arts in Oklahoma.
www.ok4arts.org/oklahomans-f...
#IAmAnOklahomanForTheArts #OKCPhilharmonic #OKArts
The Arts are a Mental Health Solution. 💙
School leaders looking for effective ways to tackle absenteeism and mental health challenges need to look no further than the arts. Arts classes provide an outlet for expression and stress relief.
#MentalHealth #ArtsEducation
School leaders looking for effective ways to tackle absenteeism and mental health challenges need to look no further than the arts. Arts classes provide an outlet for expression and stress relief.
#MentalHealth #ArtsEducation
November 13, 2025 at 6:04 PM
The Arts are a Mental Health Solution. 💙
School leaders looking for effective ways to tackle absenteeism and mental health challenges need to look no further than the arts. Arts classes provide an outlet for expression and stress relief.
#MentalHealth #ArtsEducation
School leaders looking for effective ways to tackle absenteeism and mental health challenges need to look no further than the arts. Arts classes provide an outlet for expression and stress relief.
#MentalHealth #ArtsEducation
KEY UPDATES
-The NEA announced that during a funding lapse, it will retain staff supporting the National Garden of Heroes and America 250 initiatives.
-This administration dismissed 22 of 26 National Council of Humanities members.
Contact Congress
www.ok4arts.org/federal-advo...
#NEA
-The NEA announced that during a funding lapse, it will retain staff supporting the National Garden of Heroes and America 250 initiatives.
-This administration dismissed 22 of 26 National Council of Humanities members.
Contact Congress
www.ok4arts.org/federal-advo...
#NEA
November 7, 2025 at 6:03 PM
KEY UPDATES
-The NEA announced that during a funding lapse, it will retain staff supporting the National Garden of Heroes and America 250 initiatives.
-This administration dismissed 22 of 26 National Council of Humanities members.
Contact Congress
www.ok4arts.org/federal-advo...
#NEA
-The NEA announced that during a funding lapse, it will retain staff supporting the National Garden of Heroes and America 250 initiatives.
-This administration dismissed 22 of 26 National Council of Humanities members.
Contact Congress
www.ok4arts.org/federal-advo...
#NEA
The arts are a powerful academic tool. This success story proves that integrating creativity into subjects like math and science can dramatically improve student performance and engagement.
Read the full ArtDesk article now: www.ok4arts.org/advocacy-upd...
#OKArtsEducation
Read the full ArtDesk article now: www.ok4arts.org/advocacy-upd...
#OKArtsEducation
October 30, 2025 at 5:03 PM
The arts are a powerful academic tool. This success story proves that integrating creativity into subjects like math and science can dramatically improve student performance and engagement.
Read the full ArtDesk article now: www.ok4arts.org/advocacy-upd...
#OKArtsEducation
Read the full ArtDesk article now: www.ok4arts.org/advocacy-upd...
#OKArtsEducation
Request your absentee ballot by November 3rd to vote on candidates, special elections, and propositions. As arts advocates, your voice is crucial in shaping the policies and leadership that impact the arts community. 🎨🎵🎭🗳️
Absentee Ballot Request Deadline: November 3rd
#OFTA
Absentee Ballot Request Deadline: November 3rd
#OFTA
October 27, 2025 at 4:07 PM
Request your absentee ballot by November 3rd to vote on candidates, special elections, and propositions. As arts advocates, your voice is crucial in shaping the policies and leadership that impact the arts community. 🎨🎵🎭🗳️
Absentee Ballot Request Deadline: November 3rd
#OFTA
Absentee Ballot Request Deadline: November 3rd
#OFTA
The arts are more than just a creative outlet; they are a vital part of our economy and community. Gina Ellis, with her background in banking, understands this firsthand. She has served as a board member for multiple art non-profit organizations to support their financial deparrtments.
#OFTA
#OFTA
October 20, 2025 at 6:15 PM
The arts are more than just a creative outlet; they are a vital part of our economy and community. Gina Ellis, with her background in banking, understands this firsthand. She has served as a board member for multiple art non-profit organizations to support their financial deparrtments.
#OFTA
#OFTA
Arts Education is a Policy Solution for Student Challenges. 💡
The arts provide students with crucial outlets and engagement that keep them connected to their education. We must prioritize policies that support these programs.
readartdesk.com/feature/draw...
#OKArts #OFTA #ArtDesk
The arts provide students with crucial outlets and engagement that keep them connected to their education. We must prioritize policies that support these programs.
readartdesk.com/feature/draw...
#OKArts #OFTA #ArtDesk
October 16, 2025 at 5:04 PM
Arts Education is a Policy Solution for Student Challenges. 💡
The arts provide students with crucial outlets and engagement that keep them connected to their education. We must prioritize policies that support these programs.
readartdesk.com/feature/draw...
#OKArts #OFTA #ArtDesk
The arts provide students with crucial outlets and engagement that keep them connected to their education. We must prioritize policies that support these programs.
readartdesk.com/feature/draw...
#OKArts #OFTA #ArtDesk
Oklahomans for the Arts provides a full suite of advocacy tools and resources designed to help you protect your profession, your classes, your organization, and your arts community.
Take the pledge to be an Okahoman for the Arts today
www.ok4arts.org/oklahomans-f...
#OKforArts
Take the pledge to be an Okahoman for the Arts today
www.ok4arts.org/oklahomans-f...
#OKforArts
October 9, 2025 at 3:04 PM
Oklahomans for the Arts provides a full suite of advocacy tools and resources designed to help you protect your profession, your classes, your organization, and your arts community.
Take the pledge to be an Okahoman for the Arts today
www.ok4arts.org/oklahomans-f...
#OKforArts
Take the pledge to be an Okahoman for the Arts today
www.ok4arts.org/oklahomans-f...
#OKforArts
@ReadFrontier article highlights the consequences of Oklahoma's decision to eliminate the fine arts graduation requirement. Oklahoma students deserve art classes that will support them in their careers and social-emotional well being.
www.readfrontier.org/stories/okla...
www.readfrontier.org/stories/okla...
October 3, 2025 at 5:05 PM
@ReadFrontier article highlights the consequences of Oklahoma's decision to eliminate the fine arts graduation requirement. Oklahoma students deserve art classes that will support them in their careers and social-emotional well being.
www.readfrontier.org/stories/okla...
www.readfrontier.org/stories/okla...
Your passion for the arts is a valuable professional asset! 🎨 Roles from art organizations of all sizes and types are on the job board, making it easy to find a position that fits your goals.
➡️ Find Your Next Role: www.ok4arts.org/job-board
#OKArtsJobs #CreativeCareers #OklahomaOpportunities
➡️ Find Your Next Role: www.ok4arts.org/job-board
#OKArtsJobs #CreativeCareers #OklahomaOpportunities
October 1, 2025 at 3:31 PM
Your passion for the arts is a valuable professional asset! 🎨 Roles from art organizations of all sizes and types are on the job board, making it easy to find a position that fits your goals.
➡️ Find Your Next Role: www.ok4arts.org/job-board
#OKArtsJobs #CreativeCareers #OklahomaOpportunities
➡️ Find Your Next Role: www.ok4arts.org/job-board
#OKArtsJobs #CreativeCareers #OklahomaOpportunities
While Oklahoma has eliminated the fine arts graduation requirement, we can still make a difference for these students.
We need you to fund arts education advocacy efforts, make a donation today: www.ok4arts.org/donate
#OKArtsEducation #ArtsAdvocacy #OklaomaArtsEducation
We need you to fund arts education advocacy efforts, make a donation today: www.ok4arts.org/donate
#OKArtsEducation #ArtsAdvocacy #OklaomaArtsEducation
September 29, 2025 at 8:01 PM
While Oklahoma has eliminated the fine arts graduation requirement, we can still make a difference for these students.
We need you to fund arts education advocacy efforts, make a donation today: www.ok4arts.org/donate
#OKArtsEducation #ArtsAdvocacy #OklaomaArtsEducation
We need you to fund arts education advocacy efforts, make a donation today: www.ok4arts.org/donate
#OKArtsEducation #ArtsAdvocacy #OklaomaArtsEducation
Our newsletter is your best resource for staying on top of arts advocacy in Oklahoma.
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September 26, 2025 at 2:03 PM
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Read the full article by @ReadFrontier to understand the profound impact this policy has on the future of Oklahoma, it's workforce, and economy.
Read the article: www.readfrontier.org/stories/okla...
#ArtsEducation #OklahomaArts #OklahomaStudents #OFTA
Read the article: www.readfrontier.org/stories/okla...
#ArtsEducation #OklahomaArts #OklahomaStudents #OFTA
September 23, 2025 at 9:00 PM
Read the full article by @ReadFrontier to understand the profound impact this policy has on the future of Oklahoma, it's workforce, and economy.
Read the article: www.readfrontier.org/stories/okla...
#ArtsEducation #OklahomaArts #OklahomaStudents #OFTA
Read the article: www.readfrontier.org/stories/okla...
#ArtsEducation #OklahomaArts #OklahomaStudents #OFTA
We believe that every creative, educator, leader, and advocate plays a vital role in building a more creative Oklahoma. The arts strengthen our communities, spark innovation, and enrich our lives.
Take the Pledge: www.ok4arts.org/oklahomans-f...
#IAmAnOklahomanForTheArts #OK4Arts #OCU
Take the Pledge: www.ok4arts.org/oklahomans-f...
#IAmAnOklahomanForTheArts #OK4Arts #OCU
September 22, 2025 at 6:30 PM
We believe that every creative, educator, leader, and advocate plays a vital role in building a more creative Oklahoma. The arts strengthen our communities, spark innovation, and enrich our lives.
Take the Pledge: www.ok4arts.org/oklahomans-f...
#IAmAnOklahomanForTheArts #OK4Arts #OCU
Take the Pledge: www.ok4arts.org/oklahomans-f...
#IAmAnOklahomanForTheArts #OK4Arts #OCU
Use our three-step guide to turn data from the Arts Education Data Dashboard into impact and advocate effectively for our students. Your informed voice can make a difference. Start advocating today, visit the Oklahoma Arts Data Dashboard on our website! www.ok4arts.org/arts-ed
September 19, 2025 at 2:03 PM
Use our three-step guide to turn data from the Arts Education Data Dashboard into impact and advocate effectively for our students. Your informed voice can make a difference. Start advocating today, visit the Oklahoma Arts Data Dashboard on our website! www.ok4arts.org/arts-ed
We are falling behind our neighboring states. This isn't just a statistic; it's a call to action.
Advocate for our students by donating to support arts education advocacy.
www.ok4arts.org/donate
#OklahomaArtsEducation #ArtsAdvocacy #OK4Arts
Advocate for our students by donating to support arts education advocacy.
www.ok4arts.org/donate
#OklahomaArtsEducation #ArtsAdvocacy #OK4Arts
September 17, 2025 at 11:01 PM
We are falling behind our neighboring states. This isn't just a statistic; it's a call to action.
Advocate for our students by donating to support arts education advocacy.
www.ok4arts.org/donate
#OklahomaArtsEducation #ArtsAdvocacy #OK4Arts
Advocate for our students by donating to support arts education advocacy.
www.ok4arts.org/donate
#OklahomaArtsEducation #ArtsAdvocacy #OK4Arts
Post your job where the arts professionals are looking. Our job board is a resource for connecting with passionate, qualified candidates who are dedicated to the arts in Oklahoma.
➡️ Post a Job: www.ok4arts.org/job-board
#OKforArts #Hiring #ArtsNonprofits #ArtsJobs #OklahomaJobs
➡️ Post a Job: www.ok4arts.org/job-board
#OKforArts #Hiring #ArtsNonprofits #ArtsJobs #OklahomaJobs
September 17, 2025 at 3:31 PM
Post your job where the arts professionals are looking. Our job board is a resource for connecting with passionate, qualified candidates who are dedicated to the arts in Oklahoma.
➡️ Post a Job: www.ok4arts.org/job-board
#OKforArts #Hiring #ArtsNonprofits #ArtsJobs #OklahomaJobs
➡️ Post a Job: www.ok4arts.org/job-board
#OKforArts #Hiring #ArtsNonprofits #ArtsJobs #OklahomaJobs