THE ART OF CONNECTION

Workplace Campaign Toolkit

The Greater Hartford Arts Council (GHAC) is proud to launch The Art of Connection a workplace campaign that celebrates creativity, inspires collaboration, and fuels the arts across our region. By joining this campaign, your workplace is helping ensure that art thrives in Greater Hartford, empowering local artists, creating jobs, and connecting our community in meaningful ways. 

The arts are more than entertainment they are a vital force that fuels innovation, strengthens our economy, and enriches our everyday lives. Together, let’s make art accessible and sustainable for everyone. 

Toolkit components

Social Media Pre and Live Post Copy

  • Big news! Our workplace is joining The Art of Connection with @LetsGoArts. We’re bringing creativity into the workplace and helping the arts thrive across our region. Stay tuned for how you can be part of it! #ArtOfConnection #GHAC

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  • The #ArtOfConnection is happening right here in our workplace! We’re proud to partner with @GreaterHartfordArtsCouncil to support the arts, empower artists, and bring creativity to Greater Hartford. Join us in making a difference!

  • A huge THANK YOU to our team for supporting @LetsGoArts during The Art of Connection. Together, we proved that creativity is powerful and that when workplaces step up, the arts thrive. #ArtOfConnection #GHAC

Workplace Campaign Email Template

  • Employee Email (to all staff) 
    Subject Line Options: 

    • The Art of Connection Starts Now! 

    Message: 
    The Art of Connection is here! Starting today, you’ll see campaign posters, flyers, and events that bring the arts directly into our workplace. Every contribution matters your support helps local artists, strengthens arts organizations, and builds opportunities for creativity in Greater Hartford. 

    Together, we can power the arts, fuel innovation, and show the region what happens when workplaces connect through creativity. 

    Here’s how you can participate: 

    • Give through payroll deduction (fast, simple, tax-deductible). (Pre-tax) 

    • Join us for [kickoff event: live performance, art challenge, etc.]. 

    • Celebrate our collective impact at [closing event or announcement]. 

    Every gift — big or small — fuels music, dance, theater, and cultural programs that make Hartford thrive. 

    [Insert donation link or payroll sign-up instructions] 

    Together, we can turn our workplace into a canvas of generosity. 

    (All emails include space for company customization — bracketed text can be filled in by the workplace contact.) 
     

  • Subject line options: 

    • “Halfway There — Let’s Keep the Arts Alive!” 

    • “Have You Made Your Gift Yet?” 

    • “Don’t Miss Out on [Art Slam/Performance/etc.]” 

    Body: 
    Hello [First Name], 

    We’re halfway through our [Campaign Theme] workplace giving campaign, and the energy has been incredible! 

    Employees have already raised [insert amount or % goal]. 
    [Share highlight: photo from kickoff, story from artist, quote from employee donor]. 

    Haven’t had a chance to give yet? There’s still time. 

    Donate today through payroll deduction or a one-time donation: [insert instructions/link]. 

    Join us at [upcoming performance or challenge] — and let’s show how creativity and generosity can make Hartford stronger. 

    Thank you for supporting the arts in our community. 

     

     

  • Subject line options: 

    • “Final Day to Make an Impact!” 

    • “Last Chance to Join the Art of Giving” 

    • “Every Dollar Today Brings the Arts to Life Tomorrow” 

    Body: 
    Dear Team, 

    Today is the final day of our Art of Connection workplace giving campaign with the Greater Hartford Arts Council. 

    We’ve come together to celebrate creativity, community, and generosity. Now we’re asking for one last push. 

    Your gift today ensures that local artists, students, and cultural organizations have the support they need to thrive. 

    Give before [time or deadline] here: [insert link]. 

    Let’s finish strong and show what [Company] can do when we come together for the arts. 
     
    Thank you for making a difference. 

     

  • Subject line options:

    • “Together, We Made a Masterpiece” 

    • “Thank You for Supporting the Arts” 

    • “Our Workplace Brought Creativity to Life” 
      Body:
      Dear [First Name], 

    On behalf of the Greater Hartford Arts Council, thank you for making our workplace campaign such a success! 

    Because of your generosity, you raised [total amount], supporting programs that bring music, dance, theater, and cultural experiences to thousands in Greater Hartford. 

    This campaign was about more than donations — it was about celebrating creativity in the workplace and in our community. And thanks to you, you’ve shown what’s possible when art and generosity come together. 

    We are deeply grateful to every employee, leader, and team who contributed, participated in events, or simply showed up to cheer on the arts. 

    Stay connected with the Arts Council: [insert link to GHAC events or newsletter]. 

    With gratitude, 
    Amanda Roy, CEO 
    Greater Hartford Arts Council 

    Post-Campaign Email Option 

    Employee Email (Thank You) 
    Subject Line Options: 

    • Thank You for Supporting The Art of Connection! 

    • Together, We Made an Impact for the Arts 

    Option 2

    Message: 
    Thank you for making The Art of Connection a success! With your support, our workplace helped empower local artists, strengthen arts organizations, and keep creativity thriving across Greater Hartford. 

    Because of you, we are building a stronger, more connected community one where the arts remain vital, visible, and accessible to all. 

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