COLUMBUS, Ind. — The Indiana Arts Commission has awarded 10 local organizations and entities, ranging from orchestras to cultural festivals, grants totaling more than $64,000 for the 2020 fiscal year.
The Columbus Indiana Philharmonic, with an annual budget of $1 million, landed the largest amount with $16,876, to be used as part of its general operating budget. Margaret Powers, Philharmonic executive director, said the funds are significant not only in dollars, but in acknowledging the challenge of arts-related fiscal health.
The Columbus Area Arts Council will receive $11,042, which goes toward general operating expenses and general program support, according to Kathryn Armstrong, arts council executive director.
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