The mission of Virginians for the Arts is to advance the interests of the arts and artists for the benefit of all citizens and communities of Virginia. We: 1) Support increased public funding for the arts for the Virginia Commission for the Arts and the National Endowment for the Arts; 2) Encourage legislative actions that will improve conditions for the arts and artists, and discourage legislation that would affect the arts adversely; 3) Communicate regularly with our membership of artists, arts organizations and citizens statewide about advocacy issues and opportunities; and 4) Assist artists, arts groups, and cultural organizations in their growth and development by providing peer networking and professional education and exchange opportunities; and 5) Work to increase public value of and appreciation for the arts in Virginia.