The engine that powers creativity, connection, and community in Midland.
The Midland Art Crawl is a year-round effort made possible by dedicated committee members who volunteer their time, skills, and passion to support artists, venues, and programs across West Texas. Our committees work closely with the Board of Directors to ensure strong governance, sustainable growth, and exceptional event execution.
Committee Structure
We operate under three working committees designed for efficiency, clarity, and long-term sustainability:
1. Programs & Artist Experience Committee
Purpose
To ensure artists and attendees have an exceptional experience during every Crawl and across our year-round programs.
Key Responsibilities
- Artist recruitment, onboarding, and communication
- Reviewing artist applications and placements
- Coordinating venue partnerships
- Supporting quarterly Crawl themes and activations
- Overseeing Art. Community. Cocktails. programming
- Ensuring accessibility and community-friendly experiences
- Collecting artist and attendee feedback to improve future events
Ideal Volunteers
Artists, educators, creatives, gallery professionals, venue owners, and community members familiar with cultural programming.
2. Development & Fundraising Committee
Purpose
To secure the financial sustainability of the Crawl, build strategic partnerships, and oversee donor and member engagement.
Key Responsibilities
- Corporate sponsor outreach
- Donor relations & stewardship
- Developing fundraising events (including themed mixers and partnerships)
- Supporting the annual membership campaign
- Supporting the future West Texas Art, Culture & Culinary Center capital efforts
- Collaborating on grants and city partnerships
- Working closely with board leadership on revenue goals
Ideal Volunteers
Professionals in business development, philanthropy, sponsorships, finance, grant writing, sales, or community leadership.
3. Marketing & Community Engagement Committee
Purpose
To increase awareness, elevate the artist directory, and drive attendance for each Crawl and related programming.
Key Responsibilities
- Social media strategy & content support
- Community calendar partnerships
- Press releases and media outreach
- Website updates and content (artist directory, blogs, events)
- Promoting venue partners and sponsors
- Supporting Midland AF cross-promotions
- Managing photography, videography, and storytelling during events
Ideal Volunteers
Creative professionals, marketers, storytellers, photographers, videographers, social media managers, or anyone excited about local arts.
How Committees Support the Board
Programs Committee
The Programs Committee works closely with the VP and Artist Relations.
Development Committee
The Development Committee works closely with the Treasurer, Sponsorship Chair, and Governance.
Marketing Committee
The Marketing Committee works closely with Communications Advisors and organizational leadership.
Why Serve on a Committee?
- Directly shape the artistic and cultural landscape of Midland
- Build relationships with artists, venues, and changemakers
- Learn nonprofit governance and event strategy
- Make a real impact on community vibrancy
- Strengthen your leadership and creative skillset
- Contribute at a level that fits your capacity
Get Involved
- We welcome volunteers and committee members at any time. Whether you’re an artist, creative, business leader, or simply someone who loves the arts — you belong here.
Other Ways to Get Involved
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