Strategic Plan 2025-2030

MPAC incorporated in 1982 and held the first convening of Montana arts presenters the same year. This annual gathering grew and developed into the Artist Showcase and Conference that is now held annually. MPAC founded the Presenter Development program in 1987. Over the course of the organization’s 40-year history, MPAC has had many achievements benefiting arts organizations and communities throughout the state. The world around our performing arts community has also changed significantly during this time. The internet, social media, technology, a global pandemic, political culture, and shifting philanthropic trends have all caused economic and societal shifts that present our arts network with new opportunities and challenges.

MPAC started the strategic planning process to assess our community’s current position, set strategic goals, and create a roadmap that will help us navigate towards a better vision of a vibrant, innovative, and powerful presenting culture in Montana communities.