MEMBER BENEFITS

VENUES TO EXHIBIT

Four member art shows in January, March, May, and November, not to mention a variety of other events!

PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT

Each member has the opportunity to develop their artistic and professional skills by teaching workshops, volunteering for committees, and collaborating with others.

EXPOSURE

Members are featured on our Gallery page, as well as all of our social media outlets.
The Grayslake Arts Alliance is comprised of local area artists, musicians, writers, business owners, and residents who appreciate the arts! We welcome you to attend our shows, and join us at our general meetings.
​Member Dues are $50.00 per year, payable online via Paypal or by check made payable to: Grayslake Arts Alliance, PO Box 559, Grayslake, IL 60030. Membership runs January 1 - December 31.
Now introducing Student Memberships! 
​​If you are an active student in grades K-12, you can now join the Grayslake Arts Alliance at an affordable student rate! 
Member Dues are $25.00 per year. Membership runs January 1 - December 31.

If you are eligible and interested in becoming a student member, please apply below!
​For questions on payment, please email grayslakeartsalliance@gmail.com

GAA Committees

EVENTS

EDUCATION

COMMUNICATIONS

MEMBERSHIP

FINANCE

FUNDRAISING
Events Committee

The Events Committee meets at least once per month. The Events Committee works to establish member show locations and dates as well as all of the nuts and bolts planning that goes into accomplishing a successful art event. Our events include Member Shows, Farmer's Market, Silent Auction and other opportunities as they present themselves. 
Education Committee
The Education Committee identifies community needs and facilitates special programs to incorporate into Grayslake Arts Alliance exhibitions, the Farmer's Market events, and other special events. The Education Committee has two distinct components - one for adults and one for children called "Outside the Lines." 
Communications Committee
The Communications Committee develops and manages our social media platforms, produces press releases, posters, flyers, and other advertising avenues. Volunteers are always welcome for distributing posters and flyers throughout town for upcoming events. The Communications Committee meets the first Tuesday of the month.
Membership Committee
The Membership Committee welcomes new members and works closely with the Communications and Events Committees to ensure we stay on track with the growth and messaging of the arts alliance. The Membership Committee meets on the first Tuesday of the month along with the Communications Committee.
Finance Committee
The Finance Committee develops our budget, works with input from the executive committee/board/trustees, tracks expenses, reports to leadership on the progress attained towards our financial goals, reviews accounts with our accountant on a regular basis. 
Fundraising Committee
The Fundraising Committee identifies any and all sources of funding for the organization and seeks donations and grants. Fundraising sources to include private and public grants and individuals. 
We welcome members to join our committees as we plan and work towards our goal of a Fine Arts Center for the Village of Grayslake, and our mission of promoting the arts through education, participation, and development.