Ohio Humanities Alliance

The Ohio Humanities Alliance represents a new model for strengthening the humanities in our state — one rooted in collaboration, shared advocacy, and collective impact.

At a time of growing uncertainty for cultural and humanities organizations, the alliance brings historical societies, archives, museums, libraries, cultural organizations, educators, storytellers, and community leaders together into a powerful statewide network committed to ensuring Ohio’s stories continue to be told.

To join the Alliance, fill out the application.

LET'S TALK.

We look forward to elevating all you do.

Rebecca Asmo
Executive Director
rasmo@ohiohumanities.org
614.461.7802

Linda Myers
Membership & Partnership Manager
Lmyers@ohiohumanities.org
740.218.6781

FOUNDING MEMBERSHIP OPPORTUNITY

Organizations joining during the Alliance’s inaugural period will be recognized as Founding Members of the Ohio Humanities Alliance.

Founding Members will help shape The Alliance’s:

Future priorities
Advocacy agenda
Statewide initiatives
Long-term vision for the humanities in Ohio

Additional Founding Member benefits include:

Formal recognition as a Founding Member (2026–2027)
Priority access to pilot programs & convenings
Enhanced visibility through Alliance communications
Opportunities to help guide statewide strategy & advocacy priorities

WHY JOIN THE OHIO HUMANITIES ALLIANCE?

Membership provides access to advocacy resources, strategic
support, communications tools, trainings, networking opportunities,
and sector-wide collaboration designed specifically for Ohio’s cultural
and humanities organizations.

The Alliance is designed to help organizations:
• Advocate more effectively
• Operate more sustainably
• Strengthen organizational capacity
• Amplify local stories
• Build stronger statewide connections

Membership Benefits

ADVOCACY & GOVERNMENT RELATIONS

The Alliance helps members strengthen their voice at the local, state, and federal levels.

Members receive:
• Access to guidance from Ohio Humanities’ contract lobbying team
• Advocacy webinars & office hours
• Legislative updates & policy alerts
• Advocacy toolkits & talking points
• Support for local advocacy & capital funding efforts
• Sector-wide storytelling & messaging support
• Statewide advocacy campaigns focused on federal cultural funding

CAPACITY BUILDING & ORGANIZATIONAL SUPPORT

The Alliance provides practical tools and expert support to help organizations grow stronger and become more sustainable.

Members receive access to:
• Professional HR support
• Expert strategic coaching & technical assistance
• Fundraising & revenue diversification resources
• Capacity-building workshops & webinars
• Organizational planning guidance
• Shared operational resources & templates
• Statewide advocacy campaigns focused on federal cultural funding

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CONVENING & COLLABORATION

The Alliance creates opportunities for organizations across Ohio to connect, collaborate, and learn from one another.

Members receive:
• Opportunities for collaborative programming & partnerships
• Access to a statewide member network
• Shared learning opportunities
• Member communications & event promotion

COMMUNICATIONS & STORYTELLING SUPPORT

Strong storytelling and public visibility are essential for building community support.

Members receive:
• Customizable graphics & messaging templates
• Storytelling toolkits & communications guidance
• Press release & crisis communications templates
• Fundraising communications support
• Opportunities for promotion through Ohio Humanities platforms
• Amplified visibility through statewide campaigns & media outreach

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Membership Levels

Membership levels are designed to ensure organizations of all sizes can participate in building a stronger humanities sector for Ohio.