BCAC Announces 2008 Arts Project Grants

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: April 21, 2008

For more information, contact:

Miah Michaelsen, Assistant Economic Development Director for the Arts, 349-3534

Bloomington Community Arts Commission Announces Arts Project Grant Program

Bloomington, IN - The Bloomington Community Arts Commission (BCAC) announces its 2008 Arts Project Grant Program, which features changes to the application process as well as to the application deadlines. The 2008 deadlines are June 15for the Fall Cycle and October 1st for the Spring Cycle. The BCAC encourages all eligible artists and organizations to apply.

Grants of up to $1,000 can be awarded to both individual artists and nonprofit organizations who participate in arts activities which align with the mission of the BCAC, which is to stimulate the appreciation and development of artistic activities and educational programs in the City of Bloomington. "We're thrilled to be able to offer opportunities for artists and nonprofit organizations to make an impact on their community through the arts," said Les Coyne, chair of the BCAC. "The artistic activities supported through these grants help Bloomington be a place where the arts are enjoyed by all."

Those who wish to apply will have two opportunities during 2008. The applications for projects beginning between July 15 - November 30, 2008 will be due on June 15, 2008 as part of the Fall Cycle. Applications for projects beginning between December 1-April 1, 2009 will be due on October 1, 2008 as part of the Spring Cycle. All activities supported through the grant must be located within the City of Bloomington.

Interested artists and nonprofit organizations are encouraged to visit www.bloomington.in.gov/bead to download an application. Questions can be directed to Miah Michaelsen, Assistant Economic Development Director for the Arts, at michaelm@bloomington.in.gov or (812) 349-3534.