Rashida joined the ArtsKC team in 2026 as Vice President of Community Impact, leading strategy and implementation of grants and engagement for regional programs and services including initiatives around Arts & Health, audience development, capacity building, partnership support, new venture expansion, and thought leadership convening. 

As an arts administrator, community + cultural leader, and vocalist, she has worked tirelessly over two decades in Kansas City, Chicago, Newark, and Bentonville building arts partnerships, funding models, and programs to advance arts and education while supporting community growth and development over time. Having led a number of institutions through turnaround, strategic planning, fundraising, and new program adoption she revels in connecting communities to real resources and building lasting partnerships with efficacy and integrity. 

Email: rphillips@artskc.org