E. No two programs are alike. Each program reflects its creator's mission and its community's specific circumstances. The individuality of each program is testimony to this field's ingenuity. The arts and humanities programs in this report are located primarily in large cities. Many of them were created in the mid-1980s.
Most programs operate with diverse but limited staff and on small budgets.
Technical assistance efforts, perhaps supported by the corporate sector, community foundations or local arts and humanities councils, are needed to strengthen their administrative and fundraising capabilities. G. Most program staff are trained, primarily by more experienced program personnel. Initiatives should be developed to enhance training and staff opportunities. For example, staff could learn from and train at other programs. Travel grants, paid sabbaticals, staff mentorship programs and performance exchanges could enrich existing programs.