This course explores fund-raising and development for non-profit arts institutions with an emphasis on emerging artists and opportunities within current funding systems. The course begins with an exploration of foundation and government funding history in the U.S., including the establishment of the National Endowment for the Arts and the culture wars of the 1980s. Other topics include social engagement in the arts, crowd sourcing, strategies for sustainability, and presentation models for not-for-profit artists from a variety of disciplines (theater, dance, music, visual arts, and writing). Students will create sample proposals and materials (including work samples, artist statements, and organizational and project narratives) for particular funding organizations, representing an emerging artist of their choice or their own creative work. Funding institutions, venues, and sponsors in New York City will also be studied, including not-for-profit umbrella support organizations such as The Field and Fractured Atlas and resources and residencies at a variety of venues. This course is ideal for Lang students who are committed to professional work and development as part of their careers in the arts.