Creative solutions designed to support artists, cultural organizations, nonprofits, and mission-driven initiatives.
FRANKLY,
Whether you’re crafting a grant strategy, building a sustainable fundraising plan, or launching an ambitious cultural project, Frank Creative Solutions delivers focused, practical support to turn your vision into impact — no fluff, just results.
Creative solutions designed to support artists, cultural organizations, nonprofits, and mission-driven initiatives.
THIS.
WE NEED
Whether you’re crafting a grant strategy, building a sustainable fundraising plan, or launching an ambitious cultural project, Frank Creative Solutions delivers focused, practical support to turn your vision into impact — no fluff, just results.
WHO WE ARE
About Frank
Frank Creative Solutions is a boutique consulting firm that fosters a vibrant creative landscape by supporting independent artists, cultural organizations, nonprofits, and mission-driven initiatives.
Founded and led by J.J. El-Far, FRANK provides expert guidance in development strategy, fundraising, partnerships, audience engagement, creative production, and nonprofit management.
With over a decade of experience working across artistic disciplines and nonprofit sectors, we empower our clients to realize their goals by focusing on what matters most — creating and sharing transformative work — and letting us handle the rest.
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Transparent & Strategic
No guesswork, just clear, tailored roadmaps for success.
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Results-Driven
Every project is designed to maximize impact, funding, and long-term growth.
OUR APPROACH
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Creative & Practical
Bridging artistic vision with sustainable operational frameworks.
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People-Powered
We believe in partnerships, collaborations, and strengthening arts ecosystems.
why frank?!
FRANK is more than just a name — it’s our ethos. We believe in direct, strategic, and candid solutions. We cut through the noise, providing practical, no-nonsense guidance that helps artists and organizations build sustainability, grow their reach, and navigate complex funding landscapes
Our mission is rooted in service: serving artists, serving organizations, and ultimately serving communities through art. By aligning resources and strategy, we help creatives bring meaningful, socially engaged work to life.
Creative Producing
Creative Producing
Bringing ambitious artistic projects to life through hands-on leadership and management.
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U.S. & International Tour Management – Handling logistics, bookings, and funding for national and global tours.
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New Work Development & Private Commissions – Supporting artists from concept to execution.
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Arts Festivals & Multi-Disciplinary Events – Managing complex productions with multiple stakeholders and artistic collaborators.
Consulting & Facilitation
Consulting & Facilitation
Providing tailored expertise to help organizations and individuals navigate the arts sector.
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Strategic Planning & Facilitation – Leading visioning sessions and organizational planning workshops.
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Interim & Project-Based Support – Filling leadership gaps with experienced and proven short-term assistance.
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Hourly Consultations – Offering direct, actionable advice for creative professionals and organizations.
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Speaking & Teaching Engagements – Sharing expertise in arts management, community engagement, and producing.
Creative Project & Program Direction
Creative Project & Program Direction
Designing and executing impactful arts initiatives, festivals, and community programs.
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Program Design & Community Engagement – Developing cultural programs that connect artists with audiences in meaningful ways.
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Artist-in-Residence Programs – Structuring and managing residencies to support artists and foster innovation.
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Educational & Youth Programs – Creating arts-driven learning experiences for diverse communities.
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Event Production – Managing logistics, partnerships, and funding for arts festivals, performances, and large-scale cultural events.
Development Strategy & Operations
Development Strategy & Operations
Helping organizations achieve financial sustainability and build strong institutional foundations.
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Grant Strategy & Management – Identifying, writing, and managing grants to maximize funding opportunities.
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Donor Stewardship & Communications – Crafting compelling donor engagement strategies that foster long-term support.
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Board Development & Transition Teams – Strengthening governance structures and leadership pipelines.
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Nonprofit Administration – Optimizing operations to streamline processes and reduce costs.
Development Strategy & Operations
Development Strategy & Operations
Helping organizations achieve financial sustainability and build strong institutional foundations.
-
Grant Strategy & Management – Identifying, writing, and managing grants to maximize funding opportunities.
-
Donor Stewardship & Communications – Crafting compelling donor engagement strategies that foster long-term support.
-
Board Development & Transition Teams – Strengthening governance structures and leadership pipelines.
-
Nonprofit Administration – Optimizing operations to streamline processes and reduce costs.
Creative Project & Program Direction
Creative Project & Program Direction
Designing and executing impactful arts initiatives, festivals, and community programs.
-
Program Design & Community Engagement – Developing cultural programs that connect artists with audiences in meaningful ways.
-
Artist-in-Residence Programs – Structuring and managing residencies to support artists and foster innovation.
-
Educational & Youth Programs – Creating arts-driven learning experiences for diverse communities.
-
Event Production – Managing logistics, partnerships, and funding for arts festivals, performances, and large-scale cultural events.
Creative Producing
Creative Producing
Bringing ambitious artistic projects to life through hands-on leadership and management.
-
U.S. & International Tour Management – Handling logistics, bookings, and funding for national and global tours.
-
New Work Development & Private Commissions – Supporting artists from concept to execution.
-
Arts Festivals & Multi-Disciplinary Events – Managing complex productions with multiple stakeholders and artistic collaborators.
SERVICES
Development Strategy & Operations
Development Strategy & Operations
Helping organizations achieve financial sustainability and build strong institutional foundations.
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Grant Strategy & Management – Identifying, writing, and managing grants to maximize funding opportunities.
-
Donor Stewardship & Communications – Crafting compelling donor engagement strategies that foster long-term support.
-
Board Development & Transition Teams – Strengthening governance structures and leadership pipelines.
-
Nonprofit Administration – Optimizing operations to streamline processes and reduce costs.
Creative Project & Program Direction
Creative Project & Program Direction
Designing and executing impactful arts initiatives, festivals, and community programs.
Program Design & Community Engagement – Developing cultural programs that connect artists with audiences in meaningful ways.
Artist-in-Residence Programs – Structuring and managing residencies to support artists and foster innovation.
Educational & Youth Programs – Creating arts-driven learning experiences for diverse communities.
Event Production – Managing logistics, partnerships, and funding for arts festivals, performances, and large-scale cultural events.
Creative Producing
Creative Producing
Bringing ambitious artistic projects to life through hands-on leadership and management.
-
U.S. & International Tour Management – Handling logistics, bookings, and funding for national and global tours.
-
New Work Development & Private Commissions – Supporting artists from concept to execution.
-
Arts Festivals & Multi-Disciplinary Events – Managing complex productions with multiple stakeholders and artistic collaborators.
Consulting & Facilitation
Consulting & Facilitation
Providing tailored expertise to help organizations and individuals navigate the arts sector.
Strategic Planning & Facilitation – Leading visioning sessions and organizational planning workshops.
Interim & Project-Based Support – Filling leadership gaps with experienced and proven short-term assistance.
Hourly Consultations – Offering direct, actionable advice for creative professionals and organizations.
Speaking & Teaching Engagements – Sharing expertise in arts management, community engagement, and producing.
Consulting & Facilitation
Consulting & Facilitation
Providing tailored expertise to help organizations and individuals navigate the arts sector.
Strategic Planning & Facilitation – Leading visioning sessions and organizational planning workshops.
Interim & Project-Based Support – Filling leadership gaps with experienced and proven short-term assistance.
Hourly Consultations – Offering direct, actionable advice for creative professionals and organizations.
Speaking & Teaching Engagements – Sharing expertise in arts management, community engagement, and producing.
Frank Creative Solutions provides comprehensive, hands-on support for artists, cultural institutions, and nonprofits. Our expertise spans fundraising, project development, strategic consulting, and creative producing.
Current Projects & Clients
Frank Creative Solutions is actively engaged with artists and organizations at the forefront of cultural innovation.
Recent clients and partners include:
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DiasporaDNA Story Center
Supporting the strategic development of a groundbreaking multi-disciplinary arts organization and story center.
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Mural Arts Philadelphia
Collaborating on large-scale public art and engagement initiatives including their annual benefit, Wall Ball.
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Volunteer Lawyers for the Arts Philadelphia
Development strategy and grant leadership.
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Rising Wing
A professional association and network for arts and culture workers in Philadelphia.
