Neighborhood & Community Arts funding available

Apply now for funding through Neighborhood & Community Arts program. The Office of Arts & Cultural Affairs offers the funding to community groups with recurring neighborhood arts or cultural events. Community-based groups and neighborhood arts councils that have been around for at least one year are eligible to ask for financial assistance. In 2009, 37 organizations received $1,200 to support production-related expenses such as marketing materials and venue rentals. Funds cannot be used for fundraising or administrative expenses. The deadline to apply is Tuesday, Oct. 27th. More information and the online application can be found here.