Arts Council of Wilmington and New Hanover County
AI Summary
The Arts Council of Wilmington and New Hanover County is a 501(c)3 organization dedicated to supporting the arts within its community. In 2025, it awarded a total of $142,000 across 32 grantees, emphasizing a relationship-based, invitation-only engagement model. Notably, the council does not accept unsolicited proposals; however, nonprofits interested in funding opportunities can explore warm-introduction pathways through Impala's Funder Prospecting.
Mission Statement
See Schedule O
Cause Areas
1
Film and video
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Grantee
Total Funding
Funding Share
The Wilmington Symphony Orchestra Inc
Wilmington, NC
$69K
9%
THE THALIAN ASSOCIATON OF WILMINGTON INC
Wilmington, NC
$66.5K
9%
DREAMS OF WILMINGTON INC
Wilmington, NC
$60K
8%
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Total No. of Grants
16
Median 1st year grant
$7.5K
Median 2nd year grant
$9.8K
Top 3 Grants
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Grantee
Grant Size
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to Arts Council of Wilmington and New Hanover County?
No. Arts Council of Wilmington and New Hanover County does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does Arts Council of Wilmington and New Hanover County give?
Arts Council of Wilmington and New Hanover County primarily gives to organizations located in North Carolina, Colorado, and Texas. 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 Arts Council of Wilmington and New Hanover County’s grants?
The largest share of grants from Arts Council of Wilmington and New Hanover County fall in the $5,000 to $25 thousand range. The median first-year grant is about $7,500. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does Arts Council of Wilmington and New Hanover County make each year?
In 2025, Arts Council of Wilmington and New Hanover County awarded about 20 grants, totaling nearly $142 thousand. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did Arts Council of Wilmington and New Hanover County fund recently?
In 2025, Arts Council of Wilmington and New Hanover County awarded grants to about 30 grantees. Recent grantees include The Wilmington Symphony Orchestra Inc, THE THALIAN ASSOCIATON OF WILMINGTON INC, and DREAMS OF WILMINGTON INC. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to Arts Council of Wilmington and New Hanover County?
Arts Council of Wilmington and New Hanover County does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.