ArtsWestchester to partner 50 businesses with artists

To mark its 50th anniversary in 2015, ArtsWestchester plans to inspire 50 new partnerships between businesses and artists.

Whether it’s redecorating the workplace or hosting a concert for employees, officials at the arts council say the partnership between the arts and business community is a win-win scenario.

“These partnerships not only support the arts, but they have been shown to be good for business,” said Janet Langsam, ArtsWestchester CEO, in a press release. “They promote innovative thinking and creativity in the workplace, strengthen community engagement and increase the vibrancy of places to live and work.”

Citing the economic benefits, the arts council and County Executive Robert Astorino announced the initiative to 50 business leaders Feb. 18 in White Plains.

The initiative follows national trends hoping to capitalize on ways to bolster towns and businesses through art. ArtsWestchester, the state’s largest nonprofit service organization, has a long history of corporate partnerships with companies as diverse as IBM, PepsiCo, First Niagara and J.P. Morgan.

Businesses interested in contributing to the effort are encouraged to contact Debbie Scates at dscates@artswestchester.org