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Rutherford County Arts Council, 1 Shakespeare Drive, Forest City, NC 28043

Phone 828/245-4000, FAX 828/245-8000, email arts@blueridge.net

Regional Artist Project Grant Program

Fiscal Year 08

Rutherford County Arts Council and eight other arts councils jointly fund and manage a regional grant program for individual artists, with awards of up to $5,000 for a year-long project. This year's program is for performing artists and literary artists. The grants provide individuals with project support for the enhancement of their artistic development. Grant awards may be used for a variety of projects, such as attendance at workshops or master classes, development of a performance piece or the purchase of supplies and materials needed to create new work. Detailed guidelines can be found here. Online application is preferred and is available below. Downloadable application is also available below.

DEADLINE 12:00 NOON ON WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 29, 2007

Written Notification

November 26, 2007

Grant Cycle

January 1, 2008 - December 31, 2008

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Mini Grants

The Arts Council provides Mini Grants to support cultural projects which contribute to the quality of life in Rutherford County.

Mini Grants are available to organizations and individuals.

There is no deadline, and application is made by telephone or visit, followed up with a written request.

Call Rutherford County Arts Council, 245-4000

Recent example: $250 to Isothermal Community College to support Art Hop project.

Scholarships

The Arts Council provides scholarship assistance for music lessons and other direct arts training upon recommendation of qualified teacher- artists. There is no deadline; inquiry should be made by visit or telephone (245-4000).

DOWNLOAD APPLICATION