October 16, 2026
We are 24 days away from the 2026 National ASO Survey closing. And while we have reached over 5% of the study universe, more submissions are needed to ensure we have equal representation across regions and disciplines.
Image Description: This image illustrates a survey completion progress bar, including surveys completed to date relative to the response goal of 1,063 and study universe of 4,025. It also notes how many days are left in the open survey period, which ends November 9, 2026.
We have also received large representation from coastal states and performing arts organizations, but we need to hear more from the central south, midwest, and mountain zones.
Image Description: A map of the United States titled “Survey Respondents by State and Territory” with states shaded in light green to indicate survey completion progress.
We also need to hear more from writing & literary arts, public art, and folk, traditional & craft arts organizations.
Image Description: A bar chart of the artistic disciplines titled “Survey Respondents by Artistic Discipline" with green bars to indicate survey respondents.
Help us fill in the gaps by completing the survey as soon as possible! To check out more live data updates, including the geographic location, budget size, and artistic discipline of survey respondents to date, visit the 2026 National ASO Survey Response page.
THE LAST SURVEY TAKING PARTY: OCTOBER 28
We will be hosting the last Survey Taking Party on October 28. If you need support completing the survey in real time, this is your opportunity! Survey Taking Parties are 60-minute virtual Zoom sessions designed as informal, drop-in office hours.
Date & Time: Wednesday, October 28, 2026, 3:00 – 4:00pm EST
Registration: Free & required.
NEED HELP TAKING THE SURVEY?
There are several ways you can get help:
Join our last Survey Taking Party on October 28!
Download a Google Doc version of the survey to prepare your answers and collaborate with your colleagues before submitting.
Check out the Frequently Asked Questions.
Email us your questions at research@consultingadc.com. A member of the ADC Consulting team will get back to you within approximately 2–3 business days.
You can also visit the ASO Research Page to learn more about the multi-phase research study this survey is a part of.
REMEMBER: The survey will collect responses through November 9, 2026 (one per organization).
