Stand for the Arts is a non-profit organization that works to promote and support the arts in communities around the world. The organization's name is derived from the term 'EASEL, ' which is a five-letter word used to describe a frame used to hold a canvas while painting. Easels are often used by artists to create their works of art, and Stand for the Arts seeks to provide resources and support to help artists create their works. The organization also works to raise awareness about the importance of the arts in society and to advocate for increased funding for the arts.