THE ARTS COUNCIL INC
AI Summary
THE ARTS COUNCIL INC is a 501(c)3 grantmaking organization that focuses on supporting the arts, having awarded a total of $1.7 million across 50 grantees in 2024. This funder operates on a relationship-based engagement model and does not accept unsolicited proposals, making grants by invitation only. Nonprofits interested in connecting with this organization can explore warm-introduction pathways through Impala's Funder Prospecting.
Mission Statement
THE ORGANIZATIONAL MISSION IS TO SUPPORT AND ADVANCE THE LEGACY OF INNOVATION IN AND ACCESS TO THE ARTS AS A CORE COMMUNITY VALUE, BY PROVIDING GRANTS AND VENUES FOR ARTISTS AND ART ORGANIZATIONS TO PRACTICE AND EXECUTE THEIR ART FORM IN FACILTIES THAT ARE EFFICIENTLY AND EFFECTIVELY OPERATED, AND TO CREATE AN ENVIRONMENT IN WHICH THE ARTS FLOURISH.
Cause Areas
1
Arts councils
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Grantee
Total Funding
Funding Share
WINSTON-SALEM SYMPHONY ASSOCIATION
$379.1K
7%
NORTH CAROLINA BLACK REPERTORY COMPANY INC
$333.5K
6%
THE LITTLE THEATRE OF WINSTON-SALEM INC
$285.1K
5%
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Total No. of Grants
44
Median 1st year grant
$15K
Median 2nd year grant
$31.4K
Top 3 Grants
Matched grants only
Grantee
Grant Size
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to THE ARTS COUNCIL INC?
No. THE ARTS COUNCIL INC does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does THE ARTS COUNCIL INC give?
THE ARTS COUNCIL INC primarily gives to organizations located in North Carolina, Florida, and South Carolina. These states represent the largest share of the foundation’s grantmaking by dollars awarded. Additional geographic details are available to registered users.
What size are THE ARTS COUNCIL INC’s grants?
The largest share of grants from THE ARTS COUNCIL INC fall in the $25 thousand to $50 thousand range. The median first-year grant is about $15 thousand. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does THE ARTS COUNCIL INC make each year?
In 2024, THE ARTS COUNCIL INC awarded about 40 grants, totaling nearly $1.7 million. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did THE ARTS COUNCIL INC fund recently?
In 2024, THE ARTS COUNCIL INC awarded grants to about 50 grantees. Recent grantees include WINSTON-SALEM SYMPHONY ASSOCIATION, NORTH CAROLINA BLACK REPERTORY COMPANY INC, and THE LITTLE THEATRE OF WINSTON-SALEM INC. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to THE ARTS COUNCIL INC?
THE ARTS COUNCIL INC does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.