This marks the 19 th year funds have been made available through the Council's Local Government Subgrant Program. The grants are designed to develop new arts programs and are available to local arts councils and organizations as well as governmental units engaged in the display or production of arts activities. According to county officials, the grants program has been highly successful in previous years, encompassing artistic and cultural projects involving creative writing, photography, music, dancing, drama, poetry, cinematography and painting. A committee appointed by the Commissioners will review all applications.
Funding is available for direct program costs.
Programs must be open to the general public and take place in Chester County in order to be considered for funding. Programs must occur in 1999 and may have not already taken place by the application deadline. Applications must be postmarked or received by Monday, March 8, 1999.