Twelve arts projects were awarded a total of $13,524 in grant funds through Allied Arts and Arts Build Communities.
The goal of the ABC grant program is to support projects that reach diverse audiences and strengthen communities. The program is funded by the Tennessee General Assembly and administered by Allied Arts in cooperation with the Tennessee Arts Commission.
Recipients and the programs/needs their grants will fund are:
* Alexian Brothers Senior Neighbors: Senior Arts Council anniversary celebration in February and a festival in May. Events will also be held in a public housing property to benefit underserved elderly.
* Art 120: Art Cars In and Out of the Classroom with artist Rebecca Bass will provide instruction for anyone interested in building an art car to promote their own art, as an after-school project, summer workshop or part of a class.