METROPOLITAN ARTS COUNCIL
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The Metropolitan Arts Council is a 501(c)(3) grantmaking organization that focuses primarily on supporting nonprofits in South Carolina and North Carolina. It does not accept unsolicited proposals; instead, grants are awarded through a relationship-based, invitation-only process. Nonprofits interested in engagement can explore warm-introduction pathways via Impala's Funder Prospecting.
Mission Statement
THE MISSION OF THE METROPOLITAN ARTS COUNCIL IS TO STIMULATE AND SUPPORT ARTISTIC EXPRESSION AND ITS APPRECIATION AND ENJOYMENT IN WAYS THAT ENRICH ALL CITIZENS, ARTISTS, CULTURAL ORGANIZATIONS, AND COMMUNITIES OF GREENVILLE COUNTY. WE ACCOMPLISH THIS BY PROVIDING FUNDING AND OTHER VITAL SERVICES TO INDIVIDUAL ARTISTS, ARTS ORGANIZATIONS AND ARTS EDUCATION PROGRAMS THAT GREATLY IMPACT THE ECONOMIC WELL BEING OF THE COMMUNITY.
Cause Areas
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Grantee
Total Funding
Funding Share
GREENVILLE ARTS FESTIVAL
$675.2K
31%
SOUTH CAROLINA CHILDREN'S THEATRE
$210.6K
10%
GREENVILLE SYMPHONY ASSOCIATION
$183.5K
9%
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Total No. of Grants
16
Median 1st year grant
$25K
Median 2nd year grant
$29.6K
Top 3 Grants
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Grant Size
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to METROPOLITAN ARTS COUNCIL?
No. METROPOLITAN ARTS COUNCIL does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does METROPOLITAN ARTS COUNCIL give?
METROPOLITAN ARTS COUNCIL primarily gives to organizations located in South Carolina and North 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 METROPOLITAN ARTS COUNCIL’s grants?
The largest share of grants from METROPOLITAN ARTS COUNCIL fall in the $50 thousand to $100 thousand range. The median first-year grant is about $25 thousand. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does METROPOLITAN ARTS COUNCIL make each year?
In 2023, METROPOLITAN ARTS COUNCIL awarded about 20 grants, totaling nearly $553 thousand. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did METROPOLITAN ARTS COUNCIL fund recently?
In 2024, METROPOLITAN ARTS COUNCIL awarded grants to about 20 grantees. Recent grantees include GREENVILLE ARTS FESTIVAL, SOUTH CAROLINA CHILDREN'S THEATRE, and GREENVILLE SYMPHONY ASSOCIATION. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to METROPOLITAN ARTS COUNCIL?
METROPOLITAN ARTS COUNCIL does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.