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Member Arts Organizations Operating Support / Allocations

FUND FOR THE ARTS

Funding Amount

Varies

Deadline

October 31, 2026

207 days left

Grant Type

foundation

Overview

Member Arts Organizations Operating Support / Allocations

Geographic Scope: Greater Kanawha Valley, West Virginia

Program Overview:
Fund for the Arts provides annual operating expense assistance to 12 member arts groups that operate in the Kanawha Valley. The organization raises funds from business, foundations, government, and individuals to distribute as operating support.

Supported Member Organizations:

  • Charleston Ballet

  • Charleston Chamber Music Society

  • Charleston Civic Chorus

  • Charleston Light Opera Guild

  • Children's Theatre of Charleston

  • Clay Center for the Arts and Sciences

  • Friends of Old Time Music and Dance (FOOTMAD)

  • Kanawha Players

  • River City Youth Ballet Ensemble

  • West Virginia Symphony Orchestra

  • West Virginia Youth Symphony

  • WomanSong
  • How It Works:
    Member art groups apply annually online and report extensively on their activities during the previous year. In October of each year, the Fund's Screening and Allocations Committee meets to review applications and determine the percentage of available funds that will be distributed to each group the following year. Once approved by the board, each group receives one-twelfth of their allocation on the tenth day of each month, ensuring a steady flow of income to cover everyday operating expenses.

    Contact Information:

  • Address: 803 Quarrier Street, Suite 100, Charleston, West Virginia 25301

  • Phone: 681-710-4010

  • Email: sarahwright@fundfortheartswv.org
  • How to Apply

    Application Process

    1. Application Method: Apply annually online
    2. Timeline: Applications reviewed in October each year for allocations in the following year
    3. Required Materials:
    - Extensive report on activities during the previous year
    4. Review Process: Screening and Allocations Committee meets to review applications and determine funding percentages
    5. Approval: Board approval required before funds are distributed

    Related Documents Available:

  • Fund for the Arts Membership and Allocations Policy (Adobe PDF)

  • Fund for the Arts Bylaws

  • Fund for the Arts Policy on Independent Fundraising (Adobe PDF)
  • Focus Areas & Funding Uses

    Fields of Work

    artsperforming-artsnonprofitsoperating-support

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