Grassroot Grant Program
The Arts Council of Moore County (ACMC) offers a grant program aimed at supporting arts projects within Moore County, North Carolina. This grant seeks to provide funds for both new arts initiatives and general operating expenses for eligible organizations. The ACMC's mission aligns with fostering artistic endeavors and cultural enrichment by empowering local groups to implement diverse arts programs that benefit the community. The target beneficiaries for this grant program are nonprofit organizations with 501(c)3 status, or those utilizing a fiscal agent, as well as schools within Moore County. While individual artists are not directly eligible for these Grassroots Arts funds, they may apply for an Artists Support Grant. The impact goal is to strengthen the arts infrastructure in Moore County by supporting a variety of artistic expressions and making them accessible to the community. The grant prioritizes projects in focus areas such as performances, festivals, art exhibitions, after-school arts programs, arts camps, artist residencies, and artist fees for classes and workshops. It also supports marketing expenses, royalties, props, sets, costumes, and equipment rental for theatre performances. These focuses are designed to ensure a broad spectrum of artistic activities are supported, reflecting a strategic priority to cultivate a vibrant and diverse arts scene. Expected outcomes include an increase in the number and quality of arts events and programs in Moore County, greater community engagement with the arts, and enhanced support for local artists and arts organizations. Measurable results could include the number of performances held, participants in workshops, and attendance at festivals and exhibitions. The ACMC's theory of change posits that by providing financial support for these initiatives, it can directly contribute to the cultural vitality and educational enrichment of Moore County.
Award Range
$500 - $2,500
Total Program Funding
Not specified
Number of Awards
Not specified
Matching Requirement
Yes - Subgrantees are required to match their grant funds dollar for dollar. The funds must come from other public or private sources. Other NCAC funds cannot be used as a match.
Eligible Applicants
Additional Requirements
All organizations must have been in operation for at least one year. Applicants must be a nonprofit organization with a 501(c)3 Federal tax-exempt status. (School projects are covered through Moore County School’s nonprofit status.) An organization without tax-exempt status may receive indirect funding for its arts project by having another nonprofit organization serve as its fiscal agent. It is the applicant’s responsibility to see that a copy of its (or its Fiscal Agent’s) IRS tax-exempt status is on file with ACMC. All organizations must operate and carry out project within Moore County. Only one Grassroots subgrant application is allowed per organization. Organizations that receive direct support from the NC Arts Council are not eligible for Grassroots funds. Individual artists are not eligible to apply for Grassroots Arts funds, but may apply for an Artists Support Grant. Applications and support materials must be complete and received by the grant deadline.
Geographic Eligibility
Moore County (NC)
Application Opens
June 3, 2024
Application Closes
August 23, 2024
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