Member Arts Organizations Operating Support / Allocations
Funding Amount
Varies
Deadline
October 31, 2026
35 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:
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:
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:
What Fund for the Arts actually gave
Source: IRS Form 990-PF, 2024
- Grants in 2024
- 11
- Total given
- $175K
- Median grant
- $13K
- Range
- $6,786–$49K
- By dollars: West Virginia 100%. Top recipient cities: Charleston, WV; Elkview, WV.
- 0% of grants with a stated purpose were for general or operating support.
- 0% of recipients were new grantees, not repeat recipients.
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Avampato Discovery Museum - Clay Center · Charleston, WV
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West Virginia Symphony Orchestra · Charleston, WV
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Children's Theatre of Charleston · Charleston, WV
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Charleston Light Opera Guild Inc · Charleston, WV
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$13K
Charleston Ballet · Charleston, WV
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$13K
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