Creative Portland Corporation

Creative Portland, in partnership with greater Portland metro and the greater Portland council of governments, initiated a Creative bus shelter program made possible by a nea grant. Artsts are selected to install their vision using the canvas of the bus shelter for public art. The project strengthens communities by engaging local artists, in partnership with transit providers, and in collaboration wit the office of economic oportunity and the greater Portland immigrnt welcome center, for positive social impact and systems change.

During fy 6/30/23, Creative Maine served as fiscal sponsor to twenty emerging artists and art organizations in all disciplines within the Portland area. This program allows organizations with a charitable mission, that aligns with Creative Portland, and qualifies under 501(c)(3), to operate under an existing nonprofit organization. Creative Portland charges an administration fee on all funds held through the sponsorship program. Other projects and priorities include promotion of the city's rapid response business assistnce programs; health and safety arts messaging; cultural community discussion; first friday art walk, Portland arts app; and summer stage presentations.