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1.   Comunian, Roberta. "Toward a new conceptual framework for business investments in the arts : some examples from Italy". Journal of Arts Management, Law and Society vol. 39 (Fall 2009) p. 200-20.

Abstract: Explores the potential value of analyzing corporate investment in the arts from a business perspective, rather than solely from a charitable perspective. Reviews existing literature on the subject, and looks at specific companies in Italy who provide support for the arts.

Subject File Number: 202
Subject/descriptor: Arts--corporate giving; Corporate philanthropy--Italy; Arts--studies
Location: New York;  DC;  Cleveland;  San Francisco;  Atlanta

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2.   Gibson, Kevin. "Profit from the priceless : heritage sites, property rights and the duty to preserve". Business and Society Review vol. 114 (Fall 2009) p. 327-48.

Abstract: Presents the case that corporate social responsibility should take into account the preservation of places of historical and cultural significance. The conclusion is based on an analysis of John Locke's theory of property.

Subject File Number: 438
Subject/descriptor: Corporations--social responsibility; Arts
Location: New York

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3.   Lewis, Nicole. "Vying for corporate support". Chronicle of Philanthropy vol. 19 (23 August 2007) p. 14, 16.

Abstract: This article provides an overview of the methods and pitfalls of seeking and maintaining corporate sponsorships on the part of arts organizations. Explores the practice of arts groups bringing corporate representatives on to their boards, and mentions the arts-oriented giving trends of several large companies.

Subject/descriptor: Arts--corporate giving; Nonprofit organizations and corporations; Corporate philanthropy
Location: New York;  DC;  Cleveland;  San Francisco;  Atlanta

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4.   Prescott, Kate. The quality and nature of corporate support for the arts : a pilot study. Washington, DC: Americans for the Arts. 2007.

Abstract: Business executives were interviewed to explore their views on corporate philanthropy in the arts. Topics covered in the research study include corporate giving priorities, arts funding requests, arts-business partnerships, and more. The report concludes with recommendations to help arts organizations strengthen relationships with corporations, noting that arts councils can play an important role in facilitating these efforts.

Subject File Number: 202
Subject/descriptor: Arts--corporate giving; Corporate philanthropy--analysis
Location: New York;  DC;  Cleveland;  San Francisco;  Atlanta

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5.   Daellenbach, Kate;  Davies, John;  Ashill, Nicholas J. "Understanding sponsorship and sponsorship relationships : multiple frames and multiple perspectives". International Journal of Nonprofit and Voluntary Sector Marketing vol. 11 (February 2006) p. 73-87.

Abstract: The researchers use the illustration of a New Zealand arts sponsorship as an example. With bibliographical references.

Subject File Number: 137
Subject/descriptor: Corporate sponsorship; Corporate giving programs--analysis; Arts
Location: New York;  DC

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6.   Military base redevelopment & the arts. Washington, DC: Americans for the Arts. 2006. 11 p.

Abstract: Explains how military base closings may be seen as opportunities for arts organizations to revitalize communities. Federal agencies that support these programs include the Defense Department's Office of Economic Adjustment and the Commerce Department's Economic Development Administration.

Call Number: 202 AME FED #5
Subject/descriptor: Arts; Government funding; Community development corporations
Location: New York;  DC;  Cleveland;  San Francisco;  Atlanta

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7.   Souccar, Miriam Kreinin. "Companies show art appreciation". Crain's New York Business vol. 21 (19 December 2005) p. 17-8.

Abstract: Companies that are entering the New York market are aligning themselves with arts and cultural sponsorships. The article notes the activities of Bank of America, Target, and UBS, among others.

Subject File Number: 202
Subject/descriptor: Corporate sponsorship; Arts--corporate giving
Location: New York

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8.   International directory of corporate art collections. 2004/2005 ed. Largo, FL: International Art Alliance. 2004. 3 vols.

Abstract: Lists American, Canadian and overseas corporate art collections. Entries provide names of those charged with the responsibility of overseeing the collection or who can supply information on the contents, the legal owner of the collection, the nature of the corporate business, the approximate year the corporation began to buy artworks, size of collection, a brief description of the contents of the collection and special features, the location of the collection, whether the public may view the art, the status of the collection, who is responsible for selection, loan policy, selected past exhibitions, publications, and selected bibliography.

Call Number: REF 047 ART 2004
Subject/descriptor: Corporations--directories; Arts--directories; Arts--surveys
Location: New York

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9.   Business Committee for the Arts. 2002 Business in the Arts Awards. Long Island City, NY: Business Committee for the Arts. [2003]. 20 p.

Abstract: Describes how award recipients have benefited the arts, business, and communities. The awards were sponsored by the Business Committee for the Arts and Forbes Magazine.

Subject File Number: 202
Subject/descriptor: Corporate philanthropy; Arts--corporate giving
Location: New York;  DC;  San Francisco;  Atlanta

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10.   Business Committee for the Arts. Case studies. Long Island City, NY: Business Committee for the Arts. 2003. 57 p. (loose-leaf).

Abstract: Contains more than 50 case studies of partnerships between businesses and arts organizations.

Call Number: 202 BCA
Subject/descriptor: Arts--corporate giving; Corporate philanthropy--case studies; Corporate sponsorship
Location: New York;  DC;  Cleveland;  San Francisco;  Atlanta

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11.   Business Committee for the Arts. Invest a little. Get a lot. Long Island City, NY: Business Committee for the Arts. [2003]. 16 p.

Abstract: Explains why businesses should support the arts and provides advice on how to begin.

Subject File Number: 202
Subject/descriptor: Corporate philanthropy; Arts--corporate giving
Location: New York;  DC;  Cleveland;  San Francisco;  Atlanta

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12.   Rectanus, Mark W. Culture incorporated : museums, artists, and corporate sponsorships. Minneapolis, MN: University of Minnesota Press. 2002. x, 298 p.

Abstract: An examination of corporate influence on arts and culture, presenting examples mainly from Germany and the United States. Elaborates on the development of cultural politics at multinational corporations such as AT&T, BMW, DaimlerChrysler, IBM, and Philip Morris. Analyses the relationships among sponsors, artists, audiences, grantmakers, governments, museums, and other cultural organizations. Concludes with a chapter on the "cybersponsorship" of virtual museums on the Internet. With bibliography and index.

Call Number: 438 REC
Subject/descriptor: Corporate sponsorship; Arts--corporate giving
Location: New York;  DC;  Cleveland;  San Francisco;  Atlanta

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13.   Blum, Debra E. "Museums given new guidelines for the art of dealing with business". Chronicle of Philanthropy vol. 14 (29 November 2001) p. 31.

Abstract: Guidelines newly issued by the American Association of Museums cautions the cultural sites about relationships with corporate donors. Some recent exhibits have brought criticism for their apparent close relationships to corporate sponsors.

Subject/descriptor: Museums; American Association of Museums; Corporate sponsorship; Nonprofit organizations--controversies
Location: New York;  DC;  Cleveland;  San Francisco;  Atlanta

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14.   "FunderSearch : corporate funders that support arts centers, associations, councils, and institutes". Corporate Giving Watch vol. 21 (May 2001) p. 17.

Subject File Number: 202
Subject/descriptor: Corporate giving programs--directories; Arts; Arts--grants
Location: New York

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15.   Kelly, Andrew. "Creative partnerships : fundraising for short film projects". International Journal of Nonprofit and Voluntary Sector Marketing vol. 6 (February 2001) p. 9-20.

Abstract: Tells the history of a collaboration between filmmakers, corporations, and funders to create the Brief Encounters Short Film Festival in Bristol, England. The experiences of this arts program may prove useful for other sponsorships. With bibliographic references.

Subject File Number: 372
Subject/descriptor: Films and video; Fundraising--case studies; Corporate philanthropy--Great Britain; Sponsors
Location: New York;  DC

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16.   Souccar, Miriam Kreinin. "Arts funds up in smoke?". Crain's New York Business vol. 17 (26 March - 1 April 2001) p. 1, 43.

Abstract: The departure of Stephanie French, veteran corporate contributions person at Philip Morris, amidst company restructuring, has led to concern among New York arts groups, who fear the major funder may be changing priorities. A spokesman for the company, however, indicates that Philip Morris will not decrease funding for the arts, but will increase grants for other causes.

Subject File Number: 436
Subject/descriptor: Arts--fundraising--analysis; Corporate philanthropy--New York; Philip Morris Companies, Inc.
Location: New York

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17.   Souccar, Miriam Kreinin. "Tech companies exhibit patronage of the arts". Crain's New York Business vol. 17 (16-22 April 2001) p. 13-4.

Abstract: Several New York-based museums are successfully signing on technology companies in sponsorship arrangements.

Subject File Number: 205
Subject/descriptor: Corporate sponsorship; Museums; Fundraising--corporate sponsorships
Location: New York

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18.   "FunderSearch : corporate funders that support art museums, art institutes, and theaters". Corporate Giving Watch vol. 20 (August 2000) p. 17.

Subject File Number: 202
Subject/descriptor: Museums; Arts--corporate giving; Theater; Corporate philanthropy--directories
Location: New York

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19.   International directory of corporate art collections. 2000-2001 ed. Largo, FL: International Art Alliance. 2000. Computer file and manual.

Call Number: A 070 ART
Subject/descriptor: Corporations--directories; Arts--directories
Location: Cleveland

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20.   McMurtrie, Beth. "Is it art or commerce? : cosmetics exhibit at NYU raises eyebrows and points to tensions over fund-raising ethics". Chronicle of Higher Education vol. 47 (17 November 2000) p. A47-8.

Abstract: An exhibit at New York University that was paid for, and displayed the products of, a prominent cosmetics firm, has raised the issue of the relationship of art to advertising. Critics of such a practice, as well as defenders, are cited.

Subject File Number: 205
Subject/descriptor: Fundraising--ethics; Nonprofit organizations and corporations; Arts; Museums; New York University
Location: New York

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