Perry County Council of the Arts

What Perry County Council of the Arts does

Perry County Council of the Arts (PCCA) is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit community arts organization headquartered in Newport, Pennsylvania, serving Perry County and the surrounding six-county central Pennsylvania region. Founded in 1979 with a 1-10 person staff, PCCA operates a portfolio of arts programming rather than a unified product, anchored by two physical venues: the PCCA Gallery at 1 S. Second Street (a consignment art retail showroom representing 100+ Pennsylvania-based artists on a 65%/35% split) and Landis House at 67 N. 4th Street (a performance and event venue). The organization delivers arts education through school-based residencies in seven counties, youth programs (Youth Art Day, Summer Art Camps, Drop-In Art), performance series (PerryLive! concerts, Coffeehouse Open Mic), literary competitions (Poetry Out Loud regional administration since 2008, Poetic Excellence Awards), and an extensive public art portfolio including the 29-mural Quilt Mural Trail across three counties and downtown revitalization projects in nine boroughs.

PCCA's revenue model is multi-stream and characteristic of a mid-sized rural arts council: membership fees, individual and corporate donations, foundation grants, Pennsylvania EITC corporate sponsorships (which provide donors with 75-90% tax credits), gallery consignment commissions, small program and entry fees ($3-$5), and ticket revenue from performance events. Distribution combines physical venues, school-district direct delivery, a Square e-commerce storefront, and a WordPress/YouTube/Facebook digital presence. The organization serves approximately 60,000 visitors annually and distributes an ArtsReach magazine to 800 households. There is no proprietary technology platform; the technology footprint consists of standard nonprofit SaaS tools (WordPress, Square, GiveCloud, Facebook, YouTube). Leadership is provided by Executive Director Jasmine Colbert, with governance by a five-member Board of Directors. PCCA is not venture-backed and has no parent company; it operates as an independent community-rooted organization whose strategic position rests on volunteer engagement, institutional funder relationships, EITC regulatory status, and durable public art assets.

Name

Perry County Council of the Arts

Legal name

Perry County Council of the Arts

Website

https://perrycountyarts.org

Company type

Private

Founded year

2012

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Short description

Perry County Council of the Arts is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit arts organization serving seven counties in central Pennsylvania from Newport, PA. It operates the PCCA Gallery consignment showroom, Landis House venue, school-based arts residencies, youth programs, performance series, and public art trails.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Community Arts Services

NAICS

Fine Arts Schools (61161), Arts, Entertainment, and Recreation (71)

SIC

Services-Educational Services (8200), Services-Amusement & Recreation Services (7900)

akta.pro primary industry

Public Art, Arts Councils & Grantmaking Programs (BPAGAHAH)

akta.pro secondary industries

Arts Education & Community Arts Programs (BPAGAHAC), Cultural Centers & Community Cultural Organizations (BPAGAHAD)

Keywords

• Community arts programming
• Arts education services
• Visual arts gallery
• Public art installations
• Poetry programs

Headquarters

HQ city

Newport

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices4 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Technology or R&D, Supply Chain

Revenue model

1. Membership Fees: Annual membership program offering various tiers with benefits including access to events, gallery privileges, and networking opportunities within the arts community.
2. Donations and Charitable Contributions: Tax-deductible charitable donations from individuals, corporate sponsors, and foundation grants. Includes GivingTuesday campaigns and legacy giving programs. Supports general operations and specific programs like Youth Art Day and artist residencies.
3. Gallery Sales (Consignment): PCCA Gallery operates on consignment basis, retaining 35% commission on artwork sales while paying artists 65% of gross sale price. Over 100 Pennsylvania-based artists sell work through the gallery.
4. Event Revenue: PerryLive! concert series, Coffeehouse Open Mic nights, and other performances generate ticket revenue. Most PerryLive! events are free and open to the public, supported by sponsorships.
5. Class and Workshop Fees: Fees for Summer Art Camp, artist development workshops, and instructional programming. Youth Art Day entry fees ($3 per entry) and Poetic Excellence Awards entry fees ($5 standard, $3 student rate).
6. EITC Corporate Sponsorships: Pennsylvania Educational Improvement Tax Credit Program allows corporations to make designated contributions eligible for 75-90% tax credits. Supports arts-in-residence programs in 7 counties.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels5 records

Marketing channels7 records

Core offering

Perry County Council of the Arts (PCCA) is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit community arts organization that delivers arts education, exhibitions, performances, and artist development programs across rural central Pennsylvania. Core offerings include an art gallery operating on consignment (100+ Pennsylvania artists), arts-in-education residencies in schools, public art installations (29 quilt murals across three counties), performance series (PerryLive! concerts, Coffeehouse Open Mic), and youth programming (Youth Art Day, Summer Art Camps, Poetry Out Loud).

Product overview

Perry County Council of the Arts (PCCA) is a community arts organization offering a portfolio of programs and venues rather than a unified technology product. Core offerings include the PCCA Gallery (a consignment art retail space), Landis House (a historic performance and event venue), and various arts education programs including Youth Art Day, Summer Art Camps, and Arts in Education residencies. Performance programming includes PerryLive! concerts and Coffeehouse Open Mic nights. Literary arts feature Poetry Out Loud regional competitions and the annual Poetic Excellence Awards. Public art initiatives include the Quilt Mural Trail (29 painted murals across 3 counties), Historical Mural Trail, and Downtown Public Art projects. The Drop-In Art program provides free family craft activities. The organization operates as a Pennsylvania-approved Educational Improvement Organization through the EITC program.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• PerryLive!: Concert series presenting local and regional musical performances at Landis House in Newport, PA.
• PCCA Gallery
• Coffeehouse Open Mic

Products and services

• PCCA Gallery A retail art gallery at One S. Second Street, Newport, PA that sells artwork and crafts from over 100 Pennsylvania-based artists on a consignment basis, operating Wednesday-Saturday with a 65% artist / 35% PCCA commission split.
• Landis House A historic venue at 67 N. 4th Street, Newport, PA serving as the main location for performances, classes, and community events, open Tuesdays and Thursdays 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. and by appointment.
• PerryLive! Concerts A performance series featuring local and regional musical acts presented throughout Perry County at Landis House, showcasing diverse genres including jazz, folk, Celtic, and classical performances.
• Drop-In Art Free monthly family craft sessions where participants create hands-on art projects to take home, held at various locations including Landis House, Roseglen United Methodist Church, and Newport American Legion.
• Coffeehouse Open Mic A performance event providing open mic opportunities for musicians, poets, and storytellers from Central PA to showcase their talents in an encouraging atmosphere.
• Youth Art Day An annual K-12 student showcase featuring visual art exhibitions, literary works, performances, and awards ceremony celebrating Perry County youth creativity and talent, with $3 per entry fee and scholarships available.
• Summer Art Camps Art education programs for children entering grades 1-9 featuring diverse creative activities including culinary arts, digital media, art in nature, theatre, and more with early-bird registration discounts available.
• Poetry Out Loud A national memorization and recitation contest administered regionally since 2008, open to high school students in seven counties, hosted annually in partnership with the Poetry Foundation and National Endowment for the Arts.
• Poetic Excellence Awards An annual poetry contest featuring categories for poetry submissions, the Siggy David Award with themed entries, and the Perry County Poet Laureate title, with prizes including cash awards and publication opportunities. Standard rate $5 per page, student rate $3 per page.
• Quilt Mural Trail A trail featuring 29 large 8' x 8' painted quilt murals mounted on barns across Perry, Mifflin, and Juniata counties, created through student arts-residency programs combining history, geometry, and art education.
• Historical Mural Trail A public art initiative featuring murals depicting Perry County's history, including the Newport Veterans Mural co-created with Newport High School students and artist Jon Laidacker.
• Downtown Public Art A downtown revitalization initiative under the Keystone Communities Main Street Program involving nine boroughs, featuring murals, sculptures, and installations celebrating local heritage including the Appalachian Trail steel map in Duncannon and Huckleberry Blossoms bronze sculpture in New Bloomfield.
• Arts in Education Artist residencies and educational programs serving Perry, Juniata, Mifflin, Northumberland, Union, Snyder, and Huntington counties through multi-disciplinary arts programming that meets curriculum standards in observation skills, critical thinking, and cross-curricular connections.
• Open Studio Program A creative workspace program providing artists with studio access and development opportunities within the PCCA community.

Named customers3 records

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed No

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Partnerships

Eight partnerships are on record, tiered core, supporting and major.

• Pennsylvania Council on the Arts (PCA)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerState arts agency partner for Poetry Out Loud regional administration, arts-in-education residencies, and event sponsorship. PCA provides EITC oversight and grant funding for programs serving 7-county region.
• abc27supportingGTM or Marketing PartnerMedia sponsor for Youth Art Day providing promotional coverage.
• SheetzsupportingGTM or Marketing PartnerEvent sponsor for Youth Art Day providing community support.
• School Districts (Perry, Juniata, Mifflin Counties)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartner schools for Quilt Mural Trail including East Juniata, Greenwood, Juniata, Mifflin County, Newport, Susquenita, and West Perry School Districts. Students participate in arts residencies to create public art.
• Perry County Economic Development AuthoritycoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerCollaborative partner for public art coordination and downtown revitalization initiatives across Perry County boroughs.
• Perry County Boroughs (9 boroughs)majorStrategic or Co-development PartnerMain Street Committee partners for downtown revitalization including Blain, Duncannon, Landisburg, Liverpool, Marysville, Millerstown, New Bloomfield, New Buffalo, and Newport for public art projects.
• Denise Hoke (Quilting Artist-in-Residence)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerMentored students in Quilt Mural Trail project combining history, geometry and art.
• Jon Laidacker (Visiting Artist)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerPhiladelphia-based visiting artist-in-residence who co-created Newport Veterans Mural with Newport High School art class.

Scale indicators8 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Broad incumbents

• Americans for the Arts: National nonprofit supporting local arts councils and community arts development nationwide — the national umbrella whose advocacy, research, and resources shape the operating environment for community arts councils like PCCA.
• Pennsylvania Council on the Arts: State arts agency and PCCA's primary institutional funder/partner. Provides grants, EITC oversight, and statewide arts infrastructure support — analogous in mission but operating at the state level rather than community level.

Others

• Mid Atlantic Arts Foundation: Regional funder distributing grants and facilitating artist residencies across the mid-Atlantic including Pennsylvania — a funding ecosystem partner rather than direct peer, but materially adjacent to PCCA's programming model.

Regional players

• Vermont Arts Council: Statewide arts council in a rural state, supporting community arts programming, education, and artist development in small communities — comparable rural community arts model outside PA.
• Cultural Alliance of Western Massachusetts: Regional arts alliance serving western Massachusetts counties through advocacy, programming, and community arts support — a structurally similar regional arts council outside PA providing useful cross-state comparison.

Direct peers

• Erie Arts & Culture: Pennsylvania regional arts council serving Erie and surrounding counties through grants, exhibits, performances, and education — a direct geographic and structural peer to PCCA's 7-county model.
• York County Cultural Alliance: A Pennsylvania-based county-level arts and culture alliance serving a multi-municipality region with education, exhibitions, and artist development programs — directly comparable mission footprint.
• Lehigh Valley Arts Council: Eastern Pennsylvania arts council delivering cultural programming, exhibitions, and artist support services across a regional footprint — comparable mission, services mix, and rural-adjacent market.
• Greater Harrisburg Arts Council: Central Pennsylvania arts council supporting artists, arts organizations, and community programming across the Harrisburg region. Comparable community-arts council model with similar EITC and corporate sponsorship dynamics.
• Lancaster County Council of the Arts: Operates with the same 'Council of the Arts' model in Pennsylvania, providing arts programming, exhibitions, and community arts services in Lancaster County — the closest structural analog to PCCA in scale and governance.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

• YouTubeyoutube.com/channel/UCBTREKyZ7ZbVOM1QB56ckGQ
• Facebookfacebook.com/perrycountyarts
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/perry-county-council-of-the-arts

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Profiles8 records

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