Reno Non-Profit Launches Fall Art Fund Drive
Laika Press aims to raise $5,000 by Halloween to support rent, utilities, and local arts programming.
Updated on Oct. 26, 2026 in Philanthropy
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Reno-based non-profit Laika Press has officially launched a fall fundraising campaign to secure $5,000 by October 31, 2026. The funds will cover operational costs and provide matching support for existing grants from the Nevada Arts Council and the City of Reno Arts and Culture Commission.
Why it matters
The campaign is designed to ensure the studio maintains affordable access to specialized printing equipment for the local creative community. Sustaining these resources allows the organization to continue its mission of keeping traditional printmaking accessible to residents.
The shop houses a four-color screen printing press, two letterpress machines, a Risograph, and 16 full cases of type. Since 2017, the facility has served 38 artist educators, 50 studio artists, 200 workshop participants, and 600 visitors.
The players
Laika Press
This Reno-based non-profit print shop provides communal access to professional-grade screen printing and letterpress equipment.
Nevada Arts Council
This state-level agency provides grants and resources to support artistic and cultural initiatives throughout Nevada.
City of Reno Arts and Culture Commission
This municipal body manages the promotion and funding of local arts programming within the Reno area.
The details
Laika Press, which achieved 501(c)(3) non-profit status in 2026, provides specialized equipment including hand-printing tools for etching and mixed media. The shop functions as a community hub for local artists in Midtown Reno.
Timeline
Laika Press began as a group of artists in 2017.
The organization earned 501(c)(3) status in 2026.
The $5,000 fund drive deadline is October 31, 2026.
Market Landscape
The studio utilizes its 501(c)(3) status to facilitate tax-deductible donations that support local art production and access. This institutional growth reflects a broader trend of artist collectives seeking formal non-profit status to stabilize funding via public arts commissions.
Residents and local artists can support the drive to maintain ongoing access to the studio's specialized printing tools and workshops. By hitting the fundraising goal, the shop ensures that rental and utility costs remain covered, keeping fees affordable for community participants.
The takeaway
Small-scale community art spaces often rely on a hybrid of public grant funding and private donations to maintain operational viability. Supporters can help ensure the long-term availability of specialized printmaking equipment by contributing to local non-profit studio drives.
What happens next
The fund drive concludes on October 31, 2026, when the organization will determine if its $5,000 target has been met to unlock matching grant funds.
Further reading
For more information on local non-profit efforts, visit the Reno Philanthropy section.
More information
To contribute to the fall campaign or view workshop schedules, visit the Laika Press donation and workshop portal.
Source note: This article includes information reported by Kolotv.
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