The new ABC test presumes a worker is an employee, and the business or nonprofit must prove all three prongs of the test to establish independent contractor status. If the entity fails one prong, it fails the test, therefore making the guidelines considerably more restrictive than before. The regulations become operative Oct. 1. This will have cripplingly effects on our organizations and the artists with whom we work. Please consider using the Voter Voice link provide

The New Jersey State Council on the Arts announced the guidelines and technical session information for the GOS & GPS state grants. We strongly encourage you to take advantage of the information, resources, and technical sessions the state provides throughout the grant application process.

September is only a few days away! Are you ready for the upcoming Fall season of programming? Here are some upcoming SJCA Programming and public events where you can find us next month!

September is only a few days away! Are you ready for the upcoming Fall season of programming? Here are some upcoming SJCA Programming and public events where you can find us next month!

A fresh new batch of artist opportunities awaits!

Keep your organization up to date with comprehensive trainings and resources.

New Jersey State Council on the Arts | General Operating Support | General Operating Support (GOS) grants provide annual support, over a three-year period, for the eligible operating expenses of organizations with missions exclusively devoted to the arts and which meet the Council’s eligibility criteria (pages 7-9). Applicants are encouraged to thoroughly reference the Glossary and FAQ for additional GOS guidance and support. | Deadline to Apply: November 19, 2026 at NOON | M

Find new connections and forge new partnerships through these opportunities for networking for organizations.

Check out these great networking opportunities for organizations!

Our Partners in the Field are up to some great things!

A fresh selection of funding opportunities, open calls, and trainings for artists has arrived!

Keep your organization up to date with the latest training opportunities and resources.

There is a fresh batch of funding opportunities available for organizations!

Each year, the County Cultural & Heritage Commissions across the state release their re-grant guidelines and applications for arts & history organizations and projects. This blog is meant to be our yearly short-list of finding and reaching those re-grants.

Greetings to all the amazing members (current and potential) of SJCA reading this blog. We hope you're enjoying a fantastic and relaxing time before the Fall season begins. Below, you'll find brief updates from the SJCA staff and programming to help you prepare for the Fall 2026 season.

August brings good energies and a fresh batch of opportunities for artists.

Take a look at this new batch of funding opportunities for artists.

Networking opportunities for organizations!

Keep your organization at the forefront of the sector with these training opportunities and resources.

Check out what Partners in the Field are up to!