Starting on Saturday, July 31 and continuing until Saturday, September 18, Americans for the Arts Action Fund will coordinate a “50 States 50 Days” initiative that supports local advocacy activities in all 50 states and in as many congressional districts as possible.

Tell us why the arts matter to you and you could tell everyone in Times Square too!

The winning video will be shown on the MTV screen in Times Square, letting you share your story with thousands of people. You’ll even be able to capture the big moment with your new Flip UltraHD.

Americans for the Arts Action Fund staff prepared a Powerpoint and video presentation to walk you through the easy steps to producing an event and using the 50 States 50 Days website to help you spread the word to your community, manage your event, and download materials you can use to advocate for the arts and arts education. This is an important opportunity for you to engage congressional district staff and reinforce your role as a ready resource for members of Congress, their staff, and constituents. For more information, view the links below, or visit their website here

Part 1 from Americans for the Arts on Vimeo.

Part 2 from Americans for the Arts on Vimeo.

Part 3 from Americans for the Arts on Vimeo.

Part 4 from Americans for the Arts on Vimeo.

Part 5 from Americans for the Arts on Vimeo.