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KCM awarded MAC Capacity Building grant
KCMetropolis.org was recently awarded a Capacity Building grant from the Missouri Arts Council to develop and grow a new section of the online journal called theSTEADY. This new section will feature articles on generative performing arts coming from the community including independent classical music, jazz, cabaret, alternative dance and performance art.
KCMetropolis.org was recently awarded a $5,000 Monthly Capacity Building grant from the Missouri Arts Council to develop and grow a new section of the online journal called theSTEADY. This new section will feature articles on generative performing arts coming from the community including independent classical music, jazz, cabaret, alternative dance and performance art. As part of the development, a new calendar category in the KC Events calendar will be added. A press release will be published inviting local artists in the genre to add their events to the calendar.
Missouri Arts Council (MAC), a state agency and division of the Department of Economic Development, provides grants to nonprofit organizations to encourage and stimulate the growth, development, and appreciation of the arts in Missouri. For over 40 years, MAC has provided vital support and leadership to bring the arts to all the people of the state.
This funding makes possible quality arts programming to communities throughout Missouri. In addition to financial assistance, MAC provides expertise in community development, fundraising, marketing, grantwriting, arts education, artistic disciplines (visual arts, music, literature, theater, dance, festivals, and film/media) and more.
Through funds from the Missouri General Assembly, Missouri Cultural Trust, and National Endowment for the Arts, MAC provides grants to make possible quality arts programming to both large and small communities. Examples of organizations that utilize MAC funds include small local arts councils like the Shelbina Arts Council and internationally renowned organizations, such as the St. Louis Symphony.
MAC allocates funding based on the recommendations of the Missourians who serve on advisory panels that meet annually to review applications from organizations seeking grants. The panel's recommendations are based on criteria that includes artistic excellence, education and outreach, community support, administrative ability and diversity of audience served.
Capacity Building grants help organizations develop special capacity-building projects that strengthen internal operations and systems; supports internal governance and leadership development; develop strategic fiscal and human resources; or create innovative strategies for community engagement and support.
KCMetropolis.org is only the second online arts organization to receive a grant from the Missouri Arts Council.
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