Arts Council Offers $4,000 Grant for Collaborative Regional Project

The Arts Council of Greater Lansing is offering $4,000 to entice area art groups to work together on a Capital region project in order to promote the area as a rich, cultural destination, says Leslie Donaldson, council director.

Called the Collaborative Arts Grant, it will go to qualified artistic professionals who show skill in a broad spectrum of artistic practices and propose a collaborative project.

“This grant will aid our artistic community, provide the public with greater arts educational opportunities, and increase support to our local economy," Donaldson says.

Interested groups may download applications, due June 15, from the Arts Council's website under the Resources section. An optional, free workshop for organizations interested in applying to the program will be held May 11, 4 p.m., at the Arts Council offices, 425 S. Grand Ave., in Lansing. To attend the workshop, participants must RSVP by calling (517) 372-4636 x 10.

The Collaborative Arts Grant Program was established by the Arts Council board of directors in February.

Three years ago the Arts Council sold the Center for the Arts in downtown Lansing to meet the needs of its constituents. Interest on the sale proceeds will fund the new grant program.

Email Donaldson for more information.

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