training performing artists
to become advocates of social justice
Kansas City's contributions to the global artistic landscape can be traced back to the 1920s, when it was a destination for one of America's true original art forms, Jazz. Since then, Kansas City has been called home by cultural giants like Charlie Parker and Walt Disney, to contemporary stars like Janelle Monae and Jason Sudeikis.
Heartland Arts KC is a 501(c)(3) non-profit dedicated to evolving Kansas City's cultural footprint, with the aim of positioning Kansas City as a hub for arts activism. This organization aims to provide one of a kind training, education, and entertainment centering activism in the performing arts (theatre, poetry, comedy, music, dance, etc.).
Kansas City is re-entering the global stage in sports and in tech, Heartland Arts KC aims to elevate KC's arts and culture sector and again make KC a destination for creators from around the world.
impact
policy focus
For 2024 we'll be responding to policies surrounding both the Kansas City Police Department and the Kansas City Kansas Police Department
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For KCMO– Understanding State Control of the PD
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For KCK– Unpacking the 2022 lawsuit of Roc Nation v KCKPD
Artist support
Our HE[ART]LAND Fellows receive $1000 stipends for their time spent in our program.
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We also compensate teaching artists who provide masterclasses for our artsits and the greater Kansas City community.
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Over 70% of our yearly expenses go directly towards paying artists
Social Media
Our social media accounts have reached over 200,000 accounts in 2023
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We use our platform to highlight artists and policy news from Kansas City
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Follow us @HeartlandArtsKC on Instagram, Threads, and TikTok
Our Programming
Board of
directors
Staff
Jordan Marcotte, President
Jamelle McConnell-Brown, Secretary
Arel Rende, Tresurer
DeAndre Wiseman
Jennifer Vallenga
Michael Franklin
Jerry Manan
Martha Gershun
Logan Stacer, Executive Artistic Director
Kalyn Sewell, Intern
