The Kansas Creative Arts Industries Commission (KCAIC) has announced that Kansas artists can now access Mid-American Arts Alliance (M-AAA) programs.

These programs will support professional development and touring arts organizations.   Kansas artists can now access the following M-AAA programs:

• Professional Development Support Program: M-AAA supports professional development through this grant program, which reimburses up to $1,000 for expenses incurred through activities that professionally enhance business acumen and expand skills and knowledge in the arts. Eligible activities can include, but are not limited to: national, regional or state arts-based conferences, symposiums, master classes and/or seminars.

• Regional Touring Program (RTP): M-AAA) supports the endeavors of arts and culture organizations through the RTP grant by underwriting up to 50 percent of the M-AAA Regional Touring Roster artist or ensemble’s fees, or 25 percent of all other regional performing artist or ensemble’s fees, for public performance preceded by complementary arts activity occurring between July 1, 2013 and June 30, 2014.

Applications are now being accepted for KCAIC programs. To download an application form or learn more about updated guidelines for KCAIC programs, visit www.KansasCommerce.com/CAICPrograms.

Mid-America Arts Alliance Programs

Mid-America Arts Alliance (M-AAA) supports and stimulates cultural activity in communities throughout Arkansas, Kansas, Missouri, Nebraska, Oklahoma and Texas. Based in the heartland, M-AAA creates and manages regional, multi-regional, national, and international programs including traveling exhibitions, performing arts touring, and professional and community development.