Operating Support Grants

On Thursday, November 19, 2009 the Arts Council of Greater Grand Rapids announced the results of their annual grant process, awarding $10,000 in Operating Support Grants for 2009/2010. Thirteen member organizations were awarded grants that ranged from $100 to $1,800.

"In these challenging economic times, we are pleased to be able to provide operating support to our member organizations with funds raised from our loyal family of donors," said Caroline Older, Executive Director of the Arts Council.

The grants are designed to help nonprofit arts organizations with budgets of less than $1 million. To be eligible, an organization must have an art producing or performing component in their mission and be a current member of the Arts Council. Additionally this year only organizations that did not have reserve or "rainy day" funds were eligible to apply.
A review panel examines the applications in a process that rewards organizations for artistic integrity, sound fiscal management, education, outreach and collaboration. Diversity and community service and are also considered.

2009-2010 Operating Support Grant Recipients

Organization Grant Award
St. Cecilia Music Center
Community Circle Theatre
Lowell Area Arts Council
Actors' Theatre Company
Girls Choral Academy
north american choral company
Master Arts Theatre
Grand Rapids Symphonic Band
West Michigan Center for Arts and Technology
Jewish Theatre Grand Rapids
Schubert Male Chorus of Grand Rapids
Newaygo County Community Choir
West Michigan Savoyards

Total:
$1,800
$1,600
$1,200
$1,000
$600
$600
$600
$600
$500
$500
$500
$400
$100

$10,000

For more information about joining the Arts Council as a member organization, contact the Arts Council of Greater Grand Rapids’ Program Officer.



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