Terms of Use

The Arts Council

Effective Date: February 1, 2026

By accessing or using the Arts Council website, you agree to these Terms of Use. If you do not agree, please do not use the site.


1. About the Wichita Arts Council

The Arts Council is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization founded in 1966. The website provides information about arts programming, funding opportunities, events, and resources, and allows users to submit applications, donations, and other materials.


2. Use of the Website

You may use this website for lawful purposes only. You agree not to:

  • Use the site in a way that violates any applicable law or regulation

  • Interfere with the security or functionality of the site

  • Attempt to gain unauthorized access to any part of the site or its systems

  • Submit false or misleading information


3. User Accounts (Artist Directory)

Users may create an account to participate in the artist directory. When creating or maintaining an account, you agree to:

  • Provide accurate and current information

  • Keep your login credentials confidential

  • Update your information as needed

  • Accept responsibility for all activity under your account

The Arts Council reserves the right to modify, suspend, or remove accounts that violate these Terms or are otherwise inappropriate.


4. User-Submitted Content

Certain areas of the site allow users to submit content, including artist biographies, images, and contact information for the artist directory, as well as materials submitted through grant applications or forms.

By submitting content, you:

  • Confirm that you have the right to submit the content

  • Grant the Arts Council a non-exclusive, royalty-free right to use, display, and publish the content for programmatic, promotional, or administrative purposes related to the organization

The Arts Council does not guarantee that submitted content will be published and reserves the right to review, edit, or remove content at its discretion.


5. Grant Applications

Submitting a grant application does not guarantee funding. All applications are subject to eligibility requirements, review processes, and funding availability as determined by the Arts Council and its partners.

Decisions regarding grants are final.


6. Donations

Donations made through the website are processed by third-party payment providers. The Arts Council does not store payment card information.

Donations are generally non-refundable unless otherwise required by law or explicitly stated.


7. Intellectual Property

All content on this website, including text, graphics, logos, images, and design elements, is owned by or licensed to the Arts Council and is protected by intellectual property laws.

You may not reproduce, distribute, or use site content without prior written permission, except for personal, non-commercial use.


8. Third-Party Links and Services

The website may include links to or embeds from third-party websites or services. The Arts Council is not responsible for the content, policies, or practices of third parties.

Use of third-party services is subject to their respective terms and policies.


9. Disclaimer of Warranties

The website is provided “as is” and “as available.” The Arts Council makes no warranties regarding the accuracy, completeness, or availability of the site or its content.


10. Limitation of Liability

To the fullest extent permitted by law, the Arts Council is not liable for any damages arising from your use of or inability to use the website.


11. Privacy

Your use of the website is also governed by our Privacy Policy, which explains how we collect and use personal information.


12. Governing Law

These Terms of Use are governed by the laws of the State of Kansas, without regard to conflict of law principles.


13. Changes to These Terms

The Arts Council may update these Terms of Use from time to time. Updates will be posted on this page with a revised effective date.


14. Contact Information

If you have questions about these Terms of Use, please contact:

Arts Council
executivedirector@wichitaarts.com