Advisory Panels

Advisory Panels

ABOUT ADVISORY PANELS

Each of the regional and statewide Advisory Panels consists of five to seven members selected by the Commission. Advisory Panelists are chosen for their expertise in the arts, their ability to work with others in a Panel situation, and their willingness to devote the time required to review applications. The Commission attempts to balance each Advisory Panel with knowledge of the different arts disciplines and diverse perspectives.

Panelists are thought leaders in the arts industry who are passionate about the positive impact of the arts on the Commonwealth. Panelists span expertise across multiple disciplines and include individual artists; educators; community leaders; museum curators; theatre directors; board leaders; and arts administrators. The Commission has different Advisory Panels for several of the varied grant categories. 

Nominate a panelist

Interested in nominating an individual (self-nominations welcome!) to serve as an Advisory Panelist on an upcoming Virginia Commission for the Arts Panel? Click the button below!

The quality and integrity of the Commission’s decision-making depend upon the individual contributions of time, thought, and energy of these volunteers.

map of 8 regions of Virginia
Advisory Panel Regions Map (PNG) | Advisory Panel Regions List (XLSX, PDF)

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